What Cuban cigars can I buy online in the UK?

Fine Cigars Club stocks authentic Cuban cigars from Cohiba, Montecristo, Partagas, Romeo y Julieta, Hoyo de Monterrey, Bolivar, H. Upmann, Diplomaticos, Ramon Allones, Quai d'Orsay, Punch, Trinidad and Flor de Caño, all sourced through authorised UK importers.

Are Cuban cigars legal to buy in the UK?

Yes, Cuban cigars are completely legal to buy, sell and smoke in the UK. Fine Cigars Club sources all Cuban cigars through authorised importers, and many carry the EMS (English Market Selection) stamp confirming additional UK quality checks.

How much do Cuban cigars cost?

Cuban cigars at Fine Cigars Club range from around £20 for smaller formats up to £75 or more for premium robustos and limited editions. Boxes are also available for regular smokers.

What is the best Cuban cigar for beginners?

We recommend the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No.2, H. Upmann Regalias or Diplomaticos No.2 — all mild to medium-bodied cigars with approachable flavour profiles.

Do you deliver Cuban cigars worldwide?

Yes. Fine Cigars Club offers UK and worldwide delivery on all Cuban cigars. UK orders over £50 qualify for free delivery.

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A Brief History of Cuban Cigars

The story of Cuban cigars begins in the early 16th century, when indigenous Taino people first introduced tobacco to European explorers.

By the 1700s, Cuba had established itself as the global heart of premium cigar production, with Havana becoming synonymous with luxury tobacco. Over the centuries, Cuban master blenders perfected the art of selecting, fermenting, and rolling tobacco leaves grown in the island's rich, mineral-laden soil - particularly in the celebrated Vuelta Abajo region of Pinar del Río.

As cigar culture flourished worldwide, Cuba's iconic factories - such as Partagas (est. 1845), H. Upmann (est. 1844), and La Corona (est. 1848) - emerged as benchmarks for excellence, innovation, and tradition. The island's cigars became prized by royalty, statesmen, and aficionados alike, revered for their complexity, balance, and unmistakable Cuban character.

Despite political changes and shifting export markets, Cuban cigars have remained the world’s most sought-after symbol of craftsmanship, prestige, and authentic flavor. Today, every true Cuban cigar continues to reflect centuries of expertise and the enduring mystique of its homeland.

What Makes Cuban Cigars Special

Cuban cigars are celebrated for their unparalleled flavor complexity, distinctive terroir, and craftsmanship honed over centuries. The island’s fertile Vuelta Abajo region yields tobacco with exceptional aromatic oils, minerals, and natural sugars, forming the basis of each blend's unique character.

The magic begins in the soil: Cuba's climate - sun, humidity, and mineral-rich ground - produces tobacco leaves renowned for rich, nuanced flavors and smooth texture. Master growers hand-select and age leaves using traditional methods, with fermentation and curing imparting subtle notes of earth, spice, cedar, honey, and cacao.

Expert rollers, or torcedores, are central to the craft: These artisans use time-honored techniques perfected in Havana’s legendary factories (e.g., El Laguito, Partagas, H. Upmann), ensuring each cigar is perfectly constructed for an even burn, ideal draw, and balanced flavor development.

Blending is an art unique to Cuba: Master blenders carefully marry different leaf varieties to achieve cigars with signature profiles - from the powerful and peppery Cohiba to the elegant, creamy notes of Hoyo de Monterrey. Many Cuban cigars age beautifully, developing new layers of flavor and aroma over years.

The Cuban Cigar Brands We Sell

Our curated collection features iconic Cuban brands, including Bolivar, Cohiba, Diplomaticos, Flor de Cano, Hoyo de Monterrey, H. Upmann, Montecristo, Quai d'Orsay, Partagas, Punch, Ramon Allones, Romeo y Julieta, Trinidad and more. Choose from timeless classics, limited editions, and rare aged releases - each selected for authenticity and exceptional quality.