The World's 10 Most Expensive Cigars
Cigar smoking is often synonymous with wealth, sophistication, and luxury. In this market there is a diverse selection, but the ultra-premium cigars are crafted from the highest quality tobacco, elegantly wrapped and meticulously hand-rolled with care.
Here, we have put together a list of the most sought-after and valuable cigars around the world for 2024, each one a testament to the ultimate in luxury and art of cigar-making:
Gurkha Royal Courtesan: A Million-Dollar Marvel , $1.36 million
At an astonishing $1.36 million per cigar, the Gurkha Royal Courtesan redefines exclusivity. Crafted in the Dominican Republic and Honduras, these cigars are filled with rare Himalayan tobacco, nurtured with Fiji water for an unparalleled taste profile.
Adorned with a 24-karat gold leaf wrapper and a band studded with five carats of diamonds, it's infused with the legendary Remy Martin Black Pearl Louis XIII cognac. The creation process is equally extraordinary: artisans work blindfolded to maintain absolute focus, ensuring each cigar is nothing short of perfection.
Mayan Sicars: Priceless Piece of History, $507,000
In 2012, these cigars were found along the Guatemalan coast beneath a cave. Well-preserved, the vintage cigar is said to be around 600 years old. It was the most expensive cigar to have ever been purchased, costing the buy a huge $507,000, at auction.
Thought to have come from the ancient Mayan civilisation, predating even Columbs’s introduction of tobacco to Europe, this collection of 800 cigars offer a glimpse into a bygone era.
Gran Habano No. 5 "El Gigante": A Monumental Masterpiece, $185,000
At $185,000, this creation stands as a testament to cigar-making prowess. The world’s biggest cigar: weighing 1,600 pounds with a ring gauge of 1,920. It's a spectacle that can accommodate 40 smokers simultaneously.
Housed in a custom wooden crate reminiscent of a steam locomotive, "El Gigante" is as much an art installation as it is a cigar. Not originally for sale, it was bought by a cigar enthusiast for $185,000.
Regius Double Corona: Experiential Purchasees, $51,634.20
For $51,634.20, the Regius Double Corona offers more than just a cigar; it's an immersive journey into the heart of Nicaragua's cigar country.
This bespoke experience includes a personalized tour of the Regius headquarters, guided by CEO Akhil Kapacee, culminating in the creation of 1,000 custom rolls tailored to your preferences.
King of Denmark: Regal Refinement, $4,500
At $4,500 per cigar, the King of Denmark allows for unparalleled personalization. Each cigar can be adorned with gold foil bearing the owner's name, precious metals, and diamonds.
The accompanying $8,500 humidor, crowned with sterling silver, 24k gold plating, and Swarovski crystals, elevates this offering to true regal status.
Gurkha Black Dragon: Limited Edition Luxe, $1,150
Released in 2006, the Gurkha Black Dragon ($1,150 per cigar) is a rare treasure. Presented in a camel bone chest, each 8.5 x 52-inch cigar is individually encased in a frosted tube within a leather box lined with orange velvet.
The complex flavor profile, ranging from sour to sweet, is a journey in itself.
Gurkha His Majesty's Reserve: Exclusive Elegance, $750
At $750 per cigar, Gurkha His Majesty's Reserve is the epitome of exclusivity, with less than 100 boxes produced annually. The 15-year-old Connecticut Maduro wrapper and 12-year-aged Dominican fillers, infused with Louis XIII cognac, create an aromatic masterpiece that connoisseurs reserve years in advance.
Cohiba Behike: Cuban Craftsmanship, $450
Created to commemorate Cohiba's 40th anniversary, the Behike ($450 per cigar) represents the ultimate in Cuban cigar-making.
Presented in French-made Elie Blue humidors, these 7.5 x 52-inch cigars blend tobaccos from Cuba's most prestigious regions.
Fuente Don Arturo AnniverXario: A Centennial Celebration, $163
At $163 per cigar, the Fuente Don Arturo AnniverXario pays homage to a century of cigar-making excellence. Featuring both natural and Maduro wrappers aged for seven years, these cigars come in bespoke humidors of ebony, maple, sycamore, or walnut.
Cohiba Majestuosos 1966: Golden Anniversary Grandeur, $120
Marking Cohiba's 50th year, the Majestuosos 1966 ($120 per cigar) embodies Cuban cigar heritage. Crafted from five-year-aged Vuelta Abajo tobacco, it offers a symphony of cedar, leather, and cocoa notes, presented in an elegantly designed box befitting its status.
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