Ten Cigars to Savor on Momentous Occasions

Relaxing by the pool, playing a game of golf, buying a round for friends at the bar—plenty of common occasions call for a good smoke, not to mention celebratory situations. Fine tobacco and quality construction serve as the basic standard for cigars, along with aroma, draw, and taste. Below you will find a few sticks noted for their resiliency, consistency, and astounding flavor. 1. Padron 7000 Maduro The essences of coffee and cocoa bean are blended to perfection in the Padron 7000 Maduro cigars. Exquisitely handmade of long-aged Cuban seed tobacco grown in Nicaragua, each cigar presents a medium to full bodied flavor and a square-pressed shape. Whether you're lighting up after a dinner with friends and family or enjoying a bachelor party, you can't go wrong with this classic. 2. Gurkha Ancient Warrior Torpedo Dark Here's a complex cigar you will savor down to the last puff. The Gurkha Ancient Warrior Torpedo Dark is handcrafted with a balanced blend of Honduran and Dominican long-filler tobaccos, Nicaraguan binder, and a Brazilian wrapper leaf. The spicy smoke after you first light up transitions into a sweeter and rustic taste with creamy, thick smoke and a hint of caramel and cedar. The nice, even draw is smooth yet intricate. It's the perfect smoke for after dinner or sitting down to a cup of coffee. 3. Romeo Y Julieta Vintage Corona A blend of three-year-aged, vintage Dominican Olor Tobaccos and Ecuadorian Connecticut wrappers combine to produce a marvelous flavor and mellow aroma in the Romeo Y Julieta Vintage Corona Cigar. From the smooth draw to the luxurious handmade construction, this premium cigar should be in any serious smoker's collection. Start this baby up and you'll soon have a serious party on your hands. 4. Black & Mild Wine Wood Tip Sweet smoke and a rich taste make the Black & Mild Wine Wood Tip Cigars a popular choice. Aromatic pipe tobacco is wrapped in a homogenized wrapper and binder to provide premium quality at an affordable price. The earthy, rustic taste mixes with hints of sweet wine to provide a full and flavorful effect that lingers in the mouth. 5. Isla Del Sol Robusto Smooth and sweet with a rich coffee flavor you have to try to believe, the Isla Del Sol Robusto is a premium handcrafted cigar. With its dark Sumatra wrapper and triple Nicaraguan leaf mix, this cigar features Sumatra Mandheling bean coffee garnished with a sweetened cap. From the slow and consistent burn to the creamy, delicious taste, this is an excellent choice for the money. 6. Phillies Blunt Strawberry Sweet and mild, the Phillies Blunt Strawberry is machine made right here in the U.S. of a rich blend of Dominican and Honduran tobaccos. Featuring a sheet wrapper and binder, this cigar exudes a succulent aroma and has a full and even draw to it. The affordable price and the delicious strawberry notes make this stick an excellent choice for both veteran smokers and first timers. 7. Ashton Monarch Tube Specially aged Dominican leaves are covered by a Connecticut shade-grown wrapper in the mild and creamy Ashton Monarch Tube Cigar. From the consistent draw to the smooth flavor and fragrance, this cigar demonstrates a fine appearance and premium quality. It is great for all occasions, whether you are sitting down to a game of poker or toasting the newlyweds. 8. Tatiana Classic Honey Sweet and savory, the Tatiana Classic Honey is hand rolled in the Dominican Republic with Cuban seed, Dominican longfillers, and an Indonesian-grown wrapper. If you enjoy a smooth and mellow flavor that won't overwhelm your taste buds, then the Tatiana is a great pick. The tobacco is aged for two years to ensure the superior draw and taste. 9. Cohiba Toro Tube Complex, medium- to full-bodied, and perfectly balanced—the Cohiba Toro Tube has it all. It features long-aged Dominican Cuban-seed fillers, rare Indonesian Jember binders and African Cameroon wrappers for a surprisingly smooth and creamy smoke. Besides offering a clean finish with no bitter aftertaste, this cigar is known for its consistency and is preferred by aficionados everywhere. 10. Carlos Torano Cameroon 1916 Torpedo Experience a whole new level of taste with the rich and savory Carlos Torano Cameroon 1916 Torpedo. Honduran and Nicaraguan tobaccos are capped in spicy African Cameroon wrappers for a balanced, complex finish with a smooth and sweet aroma. With its even burn, medium- to full-bodied flavor, and beautiful presentation, this is one cigar you will want to smoke down to your teeth. With so many high-quality cigars to choose from, you should be well stocked to celebrate any occasion. Full of flavor and an even, balanced draw, each cigar presents its own unique style and can be approached by smokers from all backgrounds.