Cigar Journal Top 25 Cigars

The annual Top 25 New Cigars list highlights notable releases through blind tastings conducted by industry experts. The 2024 edition features cigars recognized for their combustion consistency and construction quality.

  • Selection criteria assess wrapper integrity and draw resistance
  • Panelists evaluate cigars without brand identification
  • Multiple smoke sessions verify flavor consistency

The complete ranking appears on Cigar Journal's digital platform, with physical copies available through subscription services. Manufacturers of listed cigars receive certification seals for box packaging.

Diplomaticos No.2 Cigar – Box of 25
Diplomaticos No.2 Cigar – Box of 25

$1150.45
Cohiba Shorts (10 Cigars) – Single Pack
Cohiba Shorts (10 Cigars) – Single Pack

$44.56
Romeo y Julieta Short Churchill Cigar – Box of 25
Romeo y Julieta Short Churchill Cigar – Box of 25

$1117.20
VegaFina 1998 25th Aniversario Cum Laude Cigar – Single
VegaFina 1998 25th Aniversario Cum Laude Cigar – Single

$53.13
Davidoff Royal Release Robusto Cigar – Single
Davidoff Royal Release Robusto Cigar – Single

$161.18
RoMa Craft Intemperance EC XVIII Faith Cigar – Box of 24
RoMa Craft Intemperance EC XVIII Faith Cigar – Box of 24

$352.45
La Galera Imperial Jade Toro Cigar – Single
La Galera Imperial Jade Toro Cigar – Single

$31.92
Rocky Patel Tabaquero Robusto Cigar – Single
Rocky Patel Tabaquero Robusto Cigar – Single

$25.54
Warped Cocodrilo Toro Cigar – Box of 15
Warped Cocodrilo Toro Cigar – Box of 15

$610.47
Casdagli Cypher 3311 Colossus Limited Edition Cigar – Box of 8
Casdagli Cypher 3311 Colossus Limited Edition Cigar – Box of 8

$275.98
La Invicta Honduran Tres Petit Corona Tubed Cigar – Pack of 3
La Invicta Honduran Tres Petit Corona Tubed Cigar – Pack of 3

$50.53
PDR A Flores Gran Reserva Desflorado Purito Cigar – Tin of 6
PDR A Flores Gran Reserva Desflorado Purito Cigar – Tin of 6

$63.18
Montecristo Supremos Cigar (2019 Limited Edition) – Box of 25
Montecristo Supremos Cigar (2019 Limited Edition) – Box of 25

$5320.00
K by Karen Toro Maduro Cigar – Box of 10
K by Karen Toro Maduro Cigar – Box of 10

$264.67
Plasencia Reserva Original Robusto Cigar – Box of 10
Plasencia Reserva Original Robusto Cigar – Box of 10

$233.55
Partagas Series D No.4 Cigar – Box of 10
Partagas Series D No.4 Cigar – Box of 10

$465.50
Cusano Dominican Robusto Cigar – Bundle of 16
Cusano Dominican Robusto Cigar – Bundle of 16

$278.64
The Davidoff Winston Churchill Late Hour Cigar Selection
The Davidoff Winston Churchill Late Hour Cigar Selection

$152.95
Montecristo No.2 Cigar – Box of 10
Montecristo No.2 Cigar – Box of 10

$558.60
El Septimo Emperor Yao Connecticut Torpedo Cigar – Box of 20
El Septimo Emperor Yao Connecticut Torpedo Cigar – Box of 20

$1363.25
CAO Bones Blind Hughie Toro Cigar – Single
CAO Bones Blind Hughie Toro Cigar – Single

$36.77
Rocky Patel A.L.R. Second Edition Robusto Cigar – Single
Rocky Patel A.L.R. Second Edition Robusto Cigar – Single

$35.91
Quai D’Orsay Coronas Claro Cigar – Box of 25
Quai D’Orsay Coronas Claro Cigar – Box of 25

$864.50
Rocky Patel DBS Robusto Cigar – Box of 20
Rocky Patel DBS Robusto Cigar – Box of 20

$784.70
Villiger Export Pressed (5 Cigars) – 5 x Packs
Villiger Export Pressed (5 Cigars) – 5 x Packs

$155.61

Frequently Asked Questions

What's CJ's tasting methodology?

European panels use 100-point scale assessing aroma (40%), draw (15%), burn (15%), and complexity (30%) across 3+ samples per cigar.

Can I get CJ winners in Australia?

Yes, selections like Padron Family Reserve ship from Sydney in humidity-controlled cases with Australian tax compliance.

What CJ cigar suits European palates?

Trinidad Espiritu Series 2 (2022 #1) features Cuban-seed Ecuadorian wrapper - complex yet balanced. EU-wide shipping with TPD compliance.

How are CJ cigars shipped to Africa?

From Johannesburg in temperature-controlled containers maintaining 65% RH for 30 days - ensuring pristine condition across the continent.

What makes Padron award-winners special?

Family Reserve lines use tobaccos aged 10+ years in cedar pilones, with box-pressed construction consistently scoring 95+ points.

Are limited editions eligible?

Yes, if production exceeds 5,000 cigars - like 2021's Arturo Fuente Don Arturo AnniverXario scoring 96 points.