Top 5 Best Cigars to Enjoy with Whisky

Few combinations are as classic or delightful as cigars and whisky. The two can amplify each other when paired correctly. In this article, we will recommend a few combinations for you.

The global surge of whisky, along with handmade cigars, has paved the way for a younger generation to discover the joy of pairing these two. However, this can be a costly indulgence, as the prices of both whisky and cigars have been steadily increasing.

Therefore, in this article, we've decided to pair whisky with affordable cigars. All the cigars we mention in our article are Robusto model.

The Robusto, with a diameter of 19.84 millimeters, is a relatively thick cigar. Its shape creates a rich and full flavor palette, making it suitable for both connoisseurs and beginners.

Founded in 1968, Joya de Nicaragua is the very first manufacturer of premium handmade cigars in Nicaragua. The company is based in Estelí, known as the tobacco capital of the world. The Antaño CT cigar provides a medium strength and boasts dynamic creaminess and intense spicy notes.

This is a fantastic cigar to pair with The Balvenie 12-year-old with its subtle hints of honey, vanilla, and various spices.

AJ Fernandez is a family business based in Miami, Florida. The cigar factories are strategically located in the fertile lands of Nicaragua.

The New World Connecticut cigar presents a light to mild strength with complex and subtle flavors of spices. This cigar is an ideal pairing with a glass of Redbreast 12 with its enticing hints of spices, fruit, sherry, and a touch of toasted oak.

Oliva cigars are highly popular among both beginners and experts. This cigar manufacturer is known for producing a range of flavors with varying strengths. Over the years, the brand has received many top ratings and awards, including the coveted '#1 Cigar of the Year' recognition from Cigar Aficionado.

The Oliva Serie G is a cigar with undertones of cedar and coffee, providing an excellent balance of smoke and flavor. Try this cigar with Clynelish 14-year old with its creamy maritime notes, hints of vanilla and oakwood.

Perdomo is a family business headquartered in Miami, Florida, with agricultural and manufacturing facilities in Estelí, Nicaragua. Perdomo Habano Connecticut, also known as Perdomo Habano Bourbon Barrel Aged Connecticut, delivers a mild to medium body, and a buttery smooth profile throughout.

Value, consistency, and taste define Perdomo cigars. Our choice of whisky to accompany this cigar is a 14-year-old Bladnoch with its rich and syrupy flavors of caramel, toffee, and raisins.

Hiram & Solomon Cigars is a reputable premium handmade cigar brand committed to the principles of Freemasonry. The brand's cigars are currently manufactured at PDR Cigars in the Dominican Republic.

Hiram and Solomon Master Mason is a full body blend with a velvety Maduro cover. Notes of sweet leather and cocoa provide a rich flavor, accompanied by a distinct cedar aroma. We pair this robust cigar with a glass of complex and full-bodied whisky with pronounced smoky influences: Lagavulin 16 years old.

For situations where the taste profile of the cigar or whisky has not been pre-tasted, it's worthwhile to follow a very specific method, irrespective of your level of experience. Start by choosing the whisky, and then the cigars.

If you discover a delightful whisky and cigar combination, please let us know in the comments.