Four years ago, Tor Imports Ltd acquired Charatan from Dunhill Tobacco of London with the ambition of improving the product offering and reinvigorating the brand.

In 2018 we took the first step and transferred the production of Charatan cigars to Joya De Nicaragua; the country's oldest and most prestigious factory. This allowed us to maintain the unique blend of high-grade tobaccos and ensured we could offer a premium handmade cigar at an affordable price.

Now it is time for the next step in the Charatan story with a makeover that reflects the ambition and intention of Tor Imports Ltd as the brand owner.

As we enter the Roaring Twenties, we are giving Charatan a new look that combines legacy and mythology with a bright future for the brand.

The dancing unicorn is a distinctly British symbol of individuality while the azure and white band reminds us of Nicaragua. This combination of Nicaraguan cigar making and British heritage is unique to Charatan and has been at the heart of the brand for over one and a half centuries.

Of course, our distinctive and popular blend remains unchanged and Charatan cigars continue to be exclusively tailored to the tastes of the discerning British aficionado.

Charatan has been blended uniquely for the British cigar smoker using a subtle blend of Seco, Ligero and Volado filler leaves bound with an Indonesian binder from Besuki and wrapped in shade grown Java. A light and medium smoke that can be enjoyed anywhere, at any time. A must stock for every humidor.

Another wonderful example of the very experimental nature of Drew Estate. The Unico Series is another blend that was originally created for Drew Estate themselves. Again, many dozens of blends were created before they settled on this one, but quantities are a minute. The blend for this particular example is top secret, but I can tell you it is robust, full-bodied and so, so good!

Meticulously blended over 2 years to produce a quite full-bodied smoke. Notes of Black Pepper and spice. These seriously limited Drew Estate cigars are sure to go quick, so one would recommend being very quick.

Seven very different tobaccos are used in the blend; The wrapper is hand fermented for 18 month's + and no sweat is allowed. This is a very labour intensive part of the process. Only four pairs of rollers are allowed to produce these cigars with each pair only allowed to craft 250 cigars a day! The cigars are then aged for a full year before being put on sale.

Another firm favourite from the mighty Drew Estate is Liga Privada (Private Blend) No.9. Originally crafted for Drew Estate's personal humidors, they were not intended to be a retail product. Dozens of intricate blends were created but this one, the No.9, fit the bill and ticked all the right boxes. Rich, complex and full-bodied.

Seven very different tobaccos are used in the blend; The wrapper is hand fermented for 18 month's + and no sweat is allowed. This is a very labour intensive part of the process. Only four pairs of rollers are allowed to produce these cigars with each pair only allowed to craft 250 cigars a day! The cigars are then aged for a full year before being put on sale.

Very limited and extremely wonderful!

The unique thing is the addition of fire cured tobacco's from Kentucky and Virginia. Normally, tobacco's used in cigar production are air-cured in big drying houses, but the tobacco's used here are cured in specially constructed curing barns where they fire cured. This process makes for a rich, smoky hickory character that is quite sweet and very long on the finish. Not only that, although the flavours are big and bold, the smoke itself is quite rounded and almost silky in texture. Absolutely wonderful.

Another very innovative blend from the guys at Drew Estate and one that is is also pretty unique to cigars in general. The unique thing is the addition of fire cured tobacco's from Kentucky and Virginia. Normally, tobacco's used in cigar production are air-cured in big drying houses, but the tobacco's used here are cured in specially constructed curing barns where they fire cured. This process makes for a rich, smoky hickory character that is quite sweet and very long on the finish. Not only that, although the flavours are big and bold, the smoke itself is quite rounded and almost silky in texture. Absolutely wonderful.

Looking for something that is not only unique and interesting but also full-bodied? Well, you have stopped at the right page. This is big and meaty with good intensity and quite deep, brooding, mocha-leathery notes with a long, well developed, earthy sweetness on the finish.

Read below for Drew Estates info on the Unico Serie cigars.

''In our ongoing creation of the Liga Privada line, hundreds of different, distinct blends and vitolas are crafted in our endless search for the perfect smoke. Most samples are dismissed with only a rare, select few being deemed worthy, but regretfully due to tobacco limitations, costs, and construction limitations, most of these blends cannot be made into their own stand-alone line. However, they are so perfect in flavor and aroma, we continue to selfishly make them for ourselves to smoke. This is not our desire; we want the Liga Privada connoisseur to enjoy the very same cigars we smoke regardless of any reason.

With this in mind, we have created the Liga Privada Unico Serie – a home for these unique ones. All of the cigars within this series are not only different in size and blend, but they are extra special, extremely limited and exceptionally delicious.''

The second blend to be introduced under the A J Fernandez Last Call series, Last Call Maduro. This is a medium to full-bodied Nicaraguan Puro that has a unique Pennsylvanian broadleaf-seed wrapper, grown in Nicaragua by A J himself, which compliments the binder and fillers perfectly. Quite punchy with sweet notes and flavours of black pepper, cedar, nuts and cinnamon

Using a a selection of fine Nicaraguan tobacco's infused with the essence of Nicaraguan coffee, this is like smoking a richly flavoured, slightly sweet expresso. Like a good coffee too, the flavours linger, gently coating the tongue. I think I will need a double!

Using a a selection of fine Nicaraguan tobacco's infused with the essence of Nicaraguan coffee, this is like smoking a richly flavoured, slightly sweet expresso. Like a good coffee too, the flavours linger, gently coating the tongue. I think I will need a double!

Serie G Maduro is a medium bodied blend made with Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper. The unique flavour notes of this wrapper are complimented by the natural richness of Nicaraguan Habano fillers. Medium bodied with cedar and coffee notes. The Cameroon wrapper will develop with age.

Serie V is a complex blend of Nicaraguan long filler tobaccos blended with specially fermented Jalapa Valley ligero, and finished with a high priming Habano Sun Grown Wrapper. This cigar is blended to deliver a full bodied taste while maintaining an unparalleled smoothness. This flavoursome blend exhibits complex tobacco with rich coffee and dark chocolate tones. A subtle and well balanced spice is present throughout.

Serie V is a complex blend of Nicaraguan long-filler tobaccos blended with specially fermented Jalapa Valley Ligero and finished with a high priming Ecuadorian Wrapper. This cigar is blended to deliver a full-bodied taste while maintaining an unparalleled smoothness. This flavoursome blend exhibits complex tobacco with rich coffee and dark chocolate tones. A subtle and well-balanced spice is present throughout.

A classic Petit Corona size, these cigars remind me of a Punch with a little more coffee notes to them. The cigar begins a little peppery, but this soon becomes a little more cedar dominated with hints of cocoa and earth.

A wonderful smoke and something which I have smoked repeatedly since first trying them.

One of the most popular Tatuaje cigars on sale in the UK. Made using traditional cuban methods and left with a unfinished foot. The cigar smokes about 20 mins long and is ideal for lunch breaks and when there just isnt time for a 40-60 min smoke.

Packed full of earthy smoke with well balanced hints of coffee and spice.

Brick House cigars first came on the scene in 1937 when production began in America using 100% imported Cuban leaf. The Embargo saw the end of these cigars along with many other brands that used pure Cuban leaf. Then in 2009, JC Newman resurrected the brand using Nicaraguan filler and Ecuadoran grown Havana Subido seed wrapper.

The cigar is packed full of sweet spices and woods. A little pepper comes into play at the halfway point, but on the whole, it's a cool and creamy cigar. Not too strong for a novice and enough flavours to act as a mid-day smoke for the more seasoned Nicaraguan smoker.

Serie G Maduro is a medium bodied blend made with Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper. The unique flavour notes of this wrapper are complimented by the natural richness of Nicaraguan Habano fillers. Medium bodied with cedar, coffee and dark chocolate notes. A great smooth smoke.

Four years ago, Tor Imports Ltd acquired Charatan from Dunhill Tobacco of London with the ambition of improving the product offering and reinvigorating the brand.

In 2018 we took the first step and transferred the production of Charatan cigars to Joya De Nicaragua; the country's oldest and most prestigious factory. This allowed us to maintain the unique blend of high-grade tobaccos and ensured we could offer a premium handmade cigar at an affordable price.

Now it is time for the next step in the Charatan story with a makeover that reflects the ambition and intention of Tor Imports Ltd as the brand owner.

As we enter the Roaring Twenties, we are giving Charatan a new look that combines legacy and mythology with a bright future for the brand.

The dancing unicorn is a distinctly British symbol of individuality while the azure and white band reminds us of Nicaragua. This combination of Nicaraguan cigar making and British heritage is unique to Charatan and has been at the heart of the brand for over one and a half centuries.

Of course, our distinctive and popular blend remains unchanged and Charatan cigars continue to be exclusively tailored to the tastes of the discerning British aficionado.

Charatan has been blended uniquely for the British cigar smoker using a subtle blend of Seco, Ligero and Volado filler leaves bound with an Indonesian binder from Besuki and wrapped in shade grown Java. A light and medium smoke that can be enjoyed anywhere, at any time. A must stock for every humidor.

Four years ago, Tor Imports Ltd acquired Charatan from Dunhill Tobacco of London with the ambition of improving the product offering and reinvigorating the brand.

In 2018 we took the first step and transferred the production of Charatan cigars to Joya De Nicaragua; the country's oldest and most prestigious factory. This allowed us to maintain the unique blend of high-grade tobaccos and ensured we could offer a premium handmade cigar at an affordable price.

Now it is time for the next step in the Charatan story with a makeover that reflects the ambition and intention of Tor Imports Ltd as the brand owner.

As we enter the Roaring Twenties, we are giving Charatan a new look that combines legacy and mythology with a bright future for the brand.

The dancing unicorn is a distinctly British symbol of individuality while the azure and white band reminds us of Nicaragua. This combination of Nicaraguan cigar making and British heritage is unique to Charatan and has been at the heart of the brand for over one and a half centuries.

Of course, our distinctive and popular blend remains unchanged and Charatan cigars continue to be exclusively tailored to the tastes of the discerning British aficionado.

Charatan has been blended uniquely for the British cigar smoker using a subtle blend of Seco, Ligero and Volado filler leaves bound with an Indonesian binder from Besuki and wrapped in shade grown Java. A light and medium smoke that can be enjoyed anywhere, at any time. A must stock for every humidor.

Four years ago, Tor Imports Ltd acquired Charatan from Dunhill Tobacco of London with the ambition of improving the product offering and reinvigorating the brand.

In 2018 we took the first step and transferred the production of Charatan cigars to Joya De Nicaragua; the country's oldest and most prestigious factory. This allowed us to maintain the unique blend of high-grade tobaccos and ensured we could offer a premium handmade cigar at an affordable price.

Now it is time for the next step in the Charatan story with a makeover that reflects the ambition and intention of Tor Imports Ltd as the brand owner.

As we enter the Roaring Twenties, we are giving Charatan a new look that combines legacy and mythology with a bright future for the brand.

The dancing unicorn is a distinctly British symbol of individuality while the azure and white band reminds us of Nicaragua. This combination of Nicaraguan cigar making and British heritage is unique to Charatan and has been at the heart of the brand for over one and a half centuries.

Of course, our distinctive and popular blend remains unchanged and Charatan cigars continue to be exclusively tailored to the tastes of the discerning British aficionado.

Charatan has been blended uniquely for the British cigar smoker using a subtle blend of Seco, Ligero and Volado filler leaves bound with an Indonesian binder from Besuki and wrapped in shade grown Java. A light and medium smoke that can be enjoyed anywhere, at any time. A must stock for every humidor.

Four years ago, Tor Imports Ltd acquired Charatan from Dunhill Tobacco of London with the ambition of improving the product offering and reinvigorating the brand.

In 2018 we took the first step and transferred the production of Charatan cigars to Joya De Nicaragua; the country's oldest and most prestigious factory. This allowed us to maintain the unique blend of high-grade tobaccos and ensured we could offer a premium handmade cigar at an affordable price.

Now it is time for the next step in the Charatan story with a makeover that reflects the ambition and intention of Tor Imports Ltd as the brand owner.

As we enter the Roaring Twenties, we are giving Charatan a new look that combines legacy and mythology with a bright future for the brand.

The dancing unicorn is a distinctly British symbol of individuality while the azure and white band reminds us of Nicaragua. This combination of Nicaraguan cigar making and British heritage is unique to Charatan and has been at the heart of the brand for over one and a half centuries.

Of course, our distinctive and popular blend remains unchanged and Charatan cigars continue to be exclusively tailored to the tastes of the discerning British aficionado.

Charatan has been blended uniquely for the British cigar smoker using a subtle blend of Seco, Ligero and Volado filler leaves bound with an Indonesian binder from Besuki and wrapped in shade grown Java. A light and medium smoke that can be enjoyed anywhere, at any time. A must stock for every humidor.

Four years ago, Tor Imports Ltd acquired Charatan from Dunhill Tobacco of London with the ambition of improving the product offering and reinvigorating the brand.

In 2018 we took the first step and transferred the production of Charatan cigars to Joya De Nicaragua; the country's oldest and most prestigious factory. This allowed us to maintain the unique blend of high-grade tobaccos and ensured we could offer a premium handmade cigar at an affordable price.

Now it is time for the next step in the Charatan story with a makeover that reflects the ambition and intention of Tor Imports Ltd as the brand owner.

As we enter the Roaring Twenties, we are giving Charatan a new look that combines legacy and mythology with a bright future for the brand.

The dancing unicorn is a distinctly British symbol of individuality while the azure and white band reminds us of Nicaragua. This combination of Nicaraguan cigar making and British heritage is unique to Charatan and has been at the heart of the brand for over one and a half centuries.

Of course, our distinctive and popular blend remains unchanged and Charatan cigars continue to be exclusively tailored to the tastes of the discerning British aficionado.

Charatan has been blended uniquely for the British cigar smoker using a subtle blend of Seco, Ligero and Volado filler leaves bound with an Indonesian binder from Besuki and wrapped in shade grown Java. A light and medium smoke that can be enjoyed anywhere, at any time. A must stock for every humidor.

Launched in 2009 these small, heavy gauged cigars take about 45 minutes to smoke. The large gauge produces a thick ash keeping the smoke cool and flavoursome. The cigar begins with a wonderful flavour of spice & wood, two thirds of the way through the spice falls away to be replaced by earthy leathery flavours. Towards the end the woody, leathery flavours are replaced with more spice and at the very end sweet, almost caramel flavours can be found mixed with the spice in the final few draws.

The Serie G Maduro is a medium-bodied blend made with African Cameroon wrappers. The unique flavour notes of this wrapper are complimented by the natural richness of Nicaraguan Habano fillers. Medium strength with cedar and coffee notes. The Cameroon wrapper will allow this cigar to develop with age.