CAO Cigars
CAO Cigars combine tobaccos from Nicaragua, Brazil, and the Dominican Republic. The brand offers formats ranging from single cigars to boxes.
Product Line
CAO Amazon Basin uses Amazonian Bragança tobacco with Colombian/Dominican fillers, Nicaraguan binder, and Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper. This medium-to-full bodied cigar features floral and peppery notes, packaged with a twisted tobacco band.
CAO Pilón employs Nicaraguan filler in an Ecuadorian Habano Viso wrapper. The medium-bodied blend references Cuban tobacco fermentation techniques, presenting cedar flavors suited for pairing with aged spirits.
Brand History
Founded in 1993 by Cano Aret Ozgener, CAO transitioned from smoking pipes to cigars. The company pioneered limited editions and flavored cigars while maintaining premium tobacco standards through blends showcasing diverse regional tobaccos.
Both Amazon Basin and Pilón cigars are available in multiple sizes. Amazon Basin offers box purchases of 18 units, while Pilón comes in 20-count boxes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get CAO cigars shipped to Australia?
Yes, Brazilia and Flathead lines ship from Sydney in plain packaging with Australian tax stamps, humidity-controlled for local conditions.
What CAO cigar is popular in the UK?
CAO Gold leads UK sales - its Connecticut Shade wrapper offers smooth profile perfect with British ales. MHRA-compliant packaging.
How are CAO cigars shipped to India?
From Mumbai hub in vacuum-sealed humidipaks maintaining 65% RH for 60 days - essential for preserving flavor in tropical climates.
What CAO suits European tastes?
Amazon Basin features rare Bragança tobacco wild-harvested in Peru - complex and earthy. EU-wide shipping with TPD compliance.
What makes Flathead unique?
Piston-shaped head and box-press replicate 1930s vitolas, with Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper fermented 18 months for rich sweetness.
How is Amazon Basin tobacco sourced?
Wild-harvested by Ashaninka tribe in Peru, sun-grown without fertilizers - only 20,000 cigars produced annually from each harvest.