Tatuaje Cigars

Tatuaje Cigars are handcrafted in the My Father Cigars factory located in Estelí, Nicaragua. The brand operates under master blender Don José "Pepin" Garcia's guidance, maintaining Cuban-style craftsmanship since its 2003 founding by Pete Johnson.

Special Edition Releases

Monsters Series

The annual "Monsters" collection features horror-themed blends using:

  • Multiple wrapper variations including Connecticut Broadleaf and Ecuadorian Havana
  • Proprietary filler tobacco combinations

Collaboration projects utilize rare tobaccos from Central American growers, with production quantities restricted to 500-2,000 boxes per release.

Brand Characteristics

Tatuaje's product line demonstrates:

  • Traditional Cuban rolling techniques with Nicaraguan binder leaves
  • Core blends like Brown Label using Corojo wrappers aged 3+ years
  • Box-pressed vitolas across 40+ sizes

The Spanish-derived name reflects Johnson's commitment to artisanal production methods preserved through 20+ years of operation. Current portfolio includes 8 regular lines and 15 limited editions annually.