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Jeremy Casdagli
Casdagli Cigars
The story of Casdagli cigars begins long before the brand itself. Back in the 19th century, the Casdagli family traded in grain, tobacco, cotton and Arabian horses – embodying the spirit of refined craftsmanship and international trade in luxury goods. It is this sense of quality and tradition that lives on today in every cigar that bears the Casdagli name.
Although the brand was founded in 1997, its roots go back to Havana, where the original production under the name Bespoke Cigars was created under the hands of legendary master Carlos Valdez Mosquera. Small batches, handmade and intended for the London market, soon found their way to exclusive addresses – from The Rib Room to the Saudi royal family.
After Mosquera retired in 2013, the search for a new partner led Jeremy Casdagli to Kelner Boutique Factory in the Dominican Republic, led by Hendrik Kelner Jr., heir to one of the most famous families of master blenders. From that partnership emerged several cigar lines, including Traditional, Club Mareva, Basilica and Cabinet Selection – each with its own character, but the same signature elegance. Later, Daughters of the Wind and Villa Casdagli, lines made in top boutique factories in Costa Rica, joined the mix.
Casdagli cigars are known for their refined and balanced aroma profile – a blend of woody, spicy and earthy tones with hints of coffee and cocoa, which transform every smoke into a luxurious ritual. Today, they are available in more than thirty countries around the world, and each cigar still carries the spirit of the values that shaped the brand: luxury, elegance and tradition.
Cigar Kings
The story of the Cigar Kings brand begins in Munich in 2016, when a young Philipp Kugler — then just 20 years old — decided to turn an idea into reality. What began as a studio project in the world of design quickly became his passion: creating cigars that combine aesthetics, craftsmanship and authenticity.
All production takes place in a small factory in Estelí, Nicaragua — in the heart of cigar tradition, under the expert supervision of Kugler and his team. More importantly, CigarKings uses the entubado technique: hand-rolling the filling inside individual tubes that create multiple smoke channels — which contributes to a more even burn and the development of aromas with each puff.
The brand stands out for its fusion of modern and traditional: premium tobacco blends from Nicaragua with a visual identity that speaks to new generations of smokers. The growth trend quickly brought an expansion of distribution throughout Europe and entry into the Middle East and Asia markets. One of the interesting moments in the brand’s history: Kugler started CigarKings just three days after his 20th birthday, launching the first Schöne Robusto cigar.
CigarKings cigars exude refined, balanced notes: woody, spicy and earthy accents are often intertwined with subtle traces of coffee and nuts. Their Sun Grown selection provides vibrancy and warmth, while the Maduro line introduces a softer, chocolatey note, elegantly rounding out the profile. All are rolled with special care — without rush, with high standards for appearance, burn, and aroma — to make each cigar a moment worthy of the CigarKing title.
Philipp Kugler
Hendrik Kelner Jr.
Smoking Jacket
The Smoking Jacket is more than just a name — it’s an expression of pride, tradition, and personal commitment. Under the leadership of Hendrik Kelner Jr., the cigars in his line are made at the Kelner Boutique Factory and carry the authority of a family heritage in the world of premium tobacco.
Hendrik Kelner Jr. is not just a new voice in the industry — he grew up with his father, the legendary Hendrik “Henke” Kelner, a master blender who spent decades creating and perfecting the legendary Davidoff cigars. He turned the experience gained with him into his own signature — a combination of tradition, knowledge and a modern interpretation of the perfect smoke.
Smoking Jacket cigars are distinguished by their dedication to craftsmanship and consistent quality. Each is carefully crafted from the finest tobacco leaves from the Dominican Republic, delivering a rich, full and balanced flavor. Thanks to consistency, excellence and an innovative approach, the brand has become the choice of true connoisseurs seeking the ultimate smoking experience.
The name “Smoking Jacket” evokes that elegant habit — the suit you wear when you calm down, light a cigar, and immerse yourself in the moment. Each cigar is handmade, not so much to be perfect, but so that each smoke becomes a conversation between the past, tradition, and the personal touch of Hendrik Kelner Jr.
West Tampa Tobacco
The seeds of the story of West Tampa Tobacco Company were planted back in 1953, when Rick Rodriguez’s grandparents — respected masters of hand-rolling cigars — left the glamor of Havana and headed for the US, attracted by the booming cigar industry in West Tampa, Florida.
The Rodríguez family found a new home there and worked tirelessly, never giving up on their craft, even in difficult times. Their love for tobacco skipped a generation, but was rekindled in their grandson — Rick Rodriguez. Growing up in the shadow of old cigar factories taught him the value of work, perseverance, and respect for tradition.
Stories of Cuba and the golden days of Havana cigars have accompanied him throughout his life. When the opportunity arose to enter the world of tobacco himself, Rick jumped at the chance. He studied with industry legends, including Benji Menendez, one of the greatest master blenders of all time. Over time, he became recognized as a master blender himself, continuing the family legacy.
By founding West Tampa Tobacco Company, Rick did what his ancestors dreamed of — creating a brand that combines craftsmanship, gratitude, and a deep respect for tradition. Each cigar carries within it the spirit of Havana, the strength of West Tampa, and the pride of a family that has never forgotten its roots.
Rick Rodríguez
Simón Beltré
Simón Beltré’s story begins in the Azua region, in the south of the Dominican Republic — a country known for its fertile soil and unique microclimate that gives tobacco its special character. The Beltré family has been growing tobacco in this region for four generations. Back in 1976, at the age of just five, he was introduced to the world of tobacco by his grandfather Andrés Beltré (Don Titi) and father Alcibiades Beltré.
The family’s tobacco was turned into handmade cigars, helping local communities to produce more than 900 tons a year. It was this early experience with plantations and leaf processing that shaped Simón’s deep knowledge and passion for the art of the cigar—a passion that later gave birth to the Simón Beltré Cigars brand.
Today, Simón Beltré Cigars combines tradition with a modern approach to blending, while maintaining the authenticity of the Dominican terroir. Each cigar is hand-crafted, with attention to each leaf, to provide an experience that reflects the knowledge passed down through generations.
They are recognizable by their rich and refined aroma profile, where tones of chocolate and coffee are often revealed alongside woody and spicy notes, turning every smoke into a sensual experience that carries the spirit of the country and family tradition.
Vegas de Santiago
In the heart of Costa Rica, in the Santiago de Puriscal region, at an altitude of 1,100 meters, the tobacco for Vegas de Santiago cigars is born. The soil, enriched with minerals from the surrounding volcanoes, creates perfect conditions for the growth of the leaves, which carry a richness of aroma that is rarely found anywhere else. Here, everything is still done by hand, in accordance with the tradition of the Huetar Indians, who considered tobacco a sacred plant.
A turning point in the history of the brand occurred with the arrival of Don Luis Santana Lamas — a legendary Cuban craftsman and former head of production at H. Upmann. His expertise in seed selection, cultivation and fermentation has taken Vegas de Santiago to a new level and left a legacy that is felt in every cigar.
The name D8 hides a story about the quest for perfection: the blend was selected only after eight consecutive tastings, when a formula was found that perfectly combines strength, elegance and balance of flavor.
Today, Vegas de Santiago – D8 embodies the fusion of volcanic soil, centuries of tradition, and Cuban craftsmanship — a cigar that proudly carries the spirit of Costa Rica and is enjoyed around the world.
