Founded in 1890 by Ukrainian immigrant Louis Rothman, this British brand grew from a Fleet Street tobacco shop to an international name. While maintaining traditional blends, Rothmans has also innovated with products like their Double Click series.
The Rothmans Lineup
Rothmans Royals
The flagship variety comes in crisp white packs with red accents. These king-size cigarettes deliver a robust, traditional tobacco flavor with 7mg tar and 0.8mg nicotine per stick. Some smokers note occasional construction issues, but appreciate the sturdy acetate filter.
Rothmans Blue
A lighter alternative in similar packaging, offering 6mg tar and 0.5mg nicotine. While milder, some find the smoke slightly alkaline, which can irritate sensitive throats.
Rothmans Aero Blue Double Click
The most innovative offering features two flavor capsules (melon and blackcurrant with menthol) in a dark blue pack. The push-button system lets smokers customize their experience mid-cigarette.
Brand Heritage
Rothmans' history includes:
- Early 20th century expansion across the British Empire
- Motorsports sponsorships in the 1980s-90s
- Multiple corporate acquisitions, now under Philip Morris
While no longer independent, Rothmans maintains its identity as a working-class premium brand - more affordable than luxury cigarettes but positioned above generic varieties.
