Gurkha Cigars

Established in 1887, Gurkha Cigars operates under manufacturing standards that utilize tobacco from multiple growing regions. The brand was acquired by Kaizad Hansotia in 1988 through a transaction with Portuguese vendors in Goa, India.

Product Development

The brand transitioned from small-scale production to crafting cigars with hand-rolled construction methods. Current offerings include multiple price tiers, with packaging featuring detailed cigar bands.

Manufacturing Process

Gurkha Cigars maintain quality controls through Dominican Republic-based production facilities. Their portfolio contains blends using filler tobaccos from various countries, though specific agricultural sources aren't disclosed.

Market Positioning

Initial relaunch strategies positioned Gurkha as an ultra-premium brand through pricing models exceeding competitors. Current product lines include budget-conscious options while retaining box-pressed and limited edition releases.

Inventory comprises individual cigars and boxed sets packaged in materials ranging from standard cedar to lacquered finishes. The brand avoids crop-specific terroir claims, instead emphasizing multi-national blending techniques.