LD (Liggett Ducat) cigarettes have carved out a niche as a budget-friendly international brand since their 1999 Russian launch. Now owned by Japan Tobacco International， these no-frills smokes offer straightforward tobacco flavor at accessible price points across 50+ markets.
Core Variants & Pricing
- LD Export King Size (soft pack) - $16.00
- LD Red/White (hard/soft pack) - $17.00
- LD Blue/White (hard/soft pack) - $17.00
- LD Gold/Silver variants - $17.00
- LD Slims 100s - $19.00
Tobacco Specifications
Standard LD cigarettes contain 6mg tar， 0.4mg nicotine， and 8mg CO. The blend uses Virginia tobacco with noticeable yellow leaf content， giving a slightly brighter flavor profile than typical Russian cigarettes.
Flavor Profiles
LD Red delivers a robust， earthy smoke with more body than most budget brands. The draw is moderately tight， producing decent smoke volume without harshness.
LD Blue tones down the intensity while maintaining the characteristic LD taste. It's a step above ultra-lights， suitable for smokers wanting reduced strength without going completely mild.
LD Silver/Gold variants cater to light smokers， though they retain more tobacco presence than comparable "light" brands. The difference between these and LD Blue is subtle but noticeable.
Construction Notes
LD uses standard acetate filters with cork-pattern paper. The king size versions burn consistently， though some smokers report occasional tight packing in cheaper markets. The 100mm Slims variants surprisingly maintain good draw despite their length.
Packaging
LD keeps it simple - color-coded hard and soft packs with minimal branding. The designs haven't changed much since launch， sticking to basic color blocking that clearly indicates variant strength.