Beschrijving

This book serves as an illustrated guide to the world of Havana cigars, presenting more than a hundred Cuban cigar brands and vitolas with detailed photographs and clear classifications. It explains the visual and structural features that distinguish one cigar from another — ring size, length, shape, wrapper colour, and band design — making it an accessible reference both for devoted aficionados and for readers who are beginning to explore premium Cuban cigars.

The author also discusses the sensory aspects of cigar appreciation: aroma, flavour development, strength, and the way each cigar performs during smoking. Background information on the history and identity of individual brands is included, along with notes on rarity, production changes, and how collectors evaluate packaging, bands, and condition. The combination of visual material and concise commentary makes it possible to recognize subtle differences that define each line or factory style.

Finally, the book places Havana cigars within a broader cultural and artisanal context, describing the craftsmanship behind their production — from tobacco cultivation and leaf selection to rolling techniques and quality control. By doing so, it reveals how tradition, skill, and regional character shape the cigars’ distinctive qualities. The result is a practical, attractive volume that celebrates Cuban cigar-making as both an art form and a long-standing cultural heritage.