Surrey Cigars
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Punch Néctares No. 50 Edición Regional Irlanda to get a UK release
A rare Cuban cigar made only for Ireland will be sold in the UK for the first time. The official UK launch will take place in central London. The Punch Néctares No. 50 is the first Habanos Regional Edition ever made only for Ireland. It was available only in Ireland for six months. From February,…
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London cigar community raises more than £1,000 for men’s health charities
Members of the UK cigar community have raised more than £1,000 for men’s health charities at a social gathering held in West London. The Surrey Cigars Christmas Party took place on Friday, 12 December, at The Castle Bar in Ealing. The event was organised by Surrey Cigars, a Guildford-based retailer, and brought together enthusiasts from across…
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Sampling the new Davidoff Year of the Horse at Surrey Cigars
The Davidoff Year of the Horse 2026 Limited Edition is now available in the UK, giving cigar enthusiasts the chance to experience the newest release in Davidoff’s Zodiac Series (based on the Chinese Zodiac) created for the Chinese market — well ahead of the 2026 Lunar New Year. I had the pleasure of attending the second…
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My Cigar Adventure to Cuba – 7 – Where to eat, the blackouts and final impressions
And just like that—I’ve reached the final part of My Cigar Adventure to Cuba. What an incredible journey it’s been. I’m so glad I took the plunge and booked this trip with Surrey Cigars for March 2025. Honestly, it’s been a once-in-a-lifetime experience. I was well anxious about going with a random group of people…
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My Cigar Adventure to Cuba – 6 – The Cigar Shops & Sampling Lounges
Last month, I had the incredible opportunity to spend seven unforgettable nights in Cuba with Surrey Cigars. This post is all about the cigar shops and sampling lounges we visited during our time in Havana Cuba. Including what I purchased and brought back… If you missed the earlier posts, catch up here: Part 1 – Before…
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My Cigar Adventure to Cuba – 5 – The Cigar Factories
Last month, I had the incredible opportunity to spend seven unforgettable nights in Cuba with Surrey Cigars. It was truly a dream trip and worth every penny. For £2,000, we experienced an action-packed itinerary, diving deep into Cuba’s rich cigar heritage as a group of ten passionate enthusiasts. It’s not something I could have ever…
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My Cigar Adventure to Cuba – 4 – Hector Luis Prieto Tobacco Plantation
Last month, I had the incredible opportunity to spend 7 unforgettable nights in Cuba 🇨🇺 with Surrey Cigars. It was truly a dream trip and worth every penny. For £2k, we experienced an action-packed itinerary, delving into Cuba’s rich cigar history as a group of ten passionate cigar enthusiasts. This was an experience I never…
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My Cigar Adventure to Cuba – 3 – Visiting the Alejandro Robaina Tobacco Plantation
Last month, I went on my first-ever trip to Cuba 🇨🇺 with a small tour group of cigar enthusiasts, organised by Surrey Cigars. I still can’t quite believe it happened! Visiting this country has been a dream of mine ever since I developed a passion for cigars—definitely bucket list stuff. This is Part 3 of my cigar…
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My Cigar Adventure to Cuba – 2 – Getting there and first impressions
Earlier this month, I took my first-ever trip to Cuba 🇨🇺 with a small tour group organised by Surrey Cigars. I still can’t believe it happened! Visiting this country has been a dream of mine ever since I developed a passion for cigars—definitely bucket list stuff! I have a lot to share from my trip,…
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My Cigar Adventure to Cuba – 1 – Before the trip
I can hardly believe I’m writing this blog post! If you’ve been following my social media (Instagram and X), you probably know that I spent the first part of March 2025 in Cuba 🇨🇺. It has truly been an UNFORGETTABLE experience—an incredible seven-night journey to a country that has been on my bucket list ever…
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Cuban vs New World Cigar – Blind Tasting
Many people, myself included, often ask whether Cuban cigars are better than non Cuban cigars aka ‘New World’ cigars – a term us Brits often use to describe cigars made in the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, and Honduras. The country and region where a cigar is produced have a significant impact on its flavour, aroma, and…
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A visit to Surrey Cigars shop, sampling lounge and cigar night in Guildford
As I continue in documenting my exploration of the world of cigars and strive to explore numerous cigar establishments in London and beyond, I can honestly say I have experienced some of the most unforgettable days and nights. I’ve had the pleasure of meeting intriguing individuals, both cigar enthusiasts and cigar connoisseurs, with whom I’ve had…