555 Cigarettes

State Express 555 Cigarettes, commonly referred to as 555, originated in Westminster, London, and were first produced by the Ardath Tobacco Company in 1896. Acquired by British American Tobacco (BAT) in 1925, the brand maintains a historic legacy in the tobacco industry. The 555 Cigarettes lineup includes multiple variants: 555 Gold combines Virginia tobacco for a balanced flavor profile; 555 Original preserves the classic full-strength characteristics; 555 Deluxe contains 7mg tar and 0.7mg nicotine for a lighter smoking experience; and 555 Mandarin Deluxe incorporates a subtle citrus note for distinctive taste differentiation. Designed for global markets, 555 Cigarettes adhere to British production standards while catering to diverse preferences.

Additional details trace the brand's inspiration to Sir Albert Levy's 1893 visit to New York, where the Empire State Express train influenced the naming convention. The numerical "555" and other triple-digit identifiers were registered as trademarks in 1896. Though no longer produced in the UK since BAT's acquisition, 555 Cigarettes remain available in international markets through BAT's manufacturing network.