In this article, we are going to discuss the 5 most expensive cigars in the world. If you want to check out our detailed analysis of the global cigar market, the rising popularity of flavored cigars, and a recent acquisition in the cigar industry, head to 12 Most Expensive Cigars in the World.
5. Gurkha Black Dragon
Current Retail Price: $1,150
Known as the ‘Rolls Royce’ of cigars, Gurkha cigars have become a leader in the world of premium cigars. Although Gurkha currently has over 105 brands, it is still considered a boutique cigar manufacturer.
Ultra-rare and hard to find, the 5-year aged Black Dragon Cigar features a wonderfully aged Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro wrapper with a blend of cured Dominican long filler and an aged Cameroonian binder. Each cigar is packed individually in a frosted tube and is then placed in a leather box that has orange velvet layers.
4. King of Denmark
Current Retail Price: $4,500
The King of Denmark cigar experience is about indulgence, style, and opulence. This is a cigar that can be customized according to the buyer’s liking. They can choose to add a gold foil with their name inscribed on it and can also add precious metals, Swarovski crystals, and even diamonds if they wish so. King of Denmark’s world-class artisans make only 30 cigars daily, making them incredibly scarce and sought-after among luxury cigar collectors.
Buyers also have the option to add a fancy humidor that comes with a crown made of sterling silver and is plated in 24k gold and Swarovski crystals. The humidor is extra and has a price tag of $8,500.
3. Regius Double Corona
Current Retail Price: $51,634
The Regius Double Corona offers more than just an indulgent puff – it’s a once-in-a-lifetime experience for those seeking the finest cigars money can buy. When you acquire Regius Double Corona cigars, you’re not just getting a premium cigar, but also an exclusive trip to the brand’s headquarters in Nicaragua. Regius’s CEO, Akhil Kapacee, will personally accompany you on a guided tour inside the factory, providing a comprehensive smoking experience. The package includes 1,000 tailor-made cigars, complete with rights and custom boxes.
Regius Cigars Ltd was founded in 2010 by a small group of cigar enthusiasts in London. They entered a partnership with the leading cigar manufacturers of Cuban descent based in the northern mountains of Nicaragua, employing over 500 cigar rollers.
2. Mayan Sicars
Current Retail Price: $507,000
The cigars are known to have originated from the Mayan civilisation. The Mayans were known to have very good taste in smokes and began making cigars in the 12th century. It was Christopher Columbus who tried them and carried them to Europe.
Unearthed in 2012 along the coast of Guatemala, the Mayan Sicars are the oldest cigars in the world. Steeped in unparalleled historical significance, these age-old cigars were discovered sealed in clay pots, preserving them so well that they could still be smoked today.
1. Gurkha Royal Courtesan Cigar
Current Retail Price: $1.36 million
For a whopping $1.36 million a piece, the Gurkha Royal Courtesan is the most expensive cigar in the world. Made in the Dominican Republic and Honduras, this cigar features an exquisite blend of the finest Himalayan tobacco. The Dominican tobacco plants are uniquely watered with Fiji water, giving the cigar a distinctive flavor and aroma. The cigar is then gracefully wrapped with a gold leaf, secured by a band adorned with dazzling diamonds totaling five carats. To elevate its luxury, it is infused with the prestigious Remy Martin’s Black Pearl Louis XIII, valued at $224,000 per bottle.
Only a few select artisans are allowed to roll them, and they do so blindfolded, to ensure complete focus and avoid distractions. And when your extravagant cigar is ready, a white-gloved messenger delivers it personally for the ultimate premium experience.
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