Discover the unmistakable strength of Bolívar, a legendary Cuban brand revered by seasoned aficionados for its intensity, richness, and uncompromising character.Crafted in Cuba using time-honoured techniques and carefully selected tobaccos, these cigars are celebrated for their full-bodied profile and deep, complex flavours.
Officially sourced through Hunters & Frankau, the exclusive UK distributor of Havana cigars, each release is handled under historic EMS standards. This long-established designation ensures authenticity, optimal condition, and careful preparation specifically for the British market.
Yes. Bolívar is widely known for a bold, full-flavoured Cuban profile. Many smokers choose Bolívar when they want richer body, deeper earth and spice, and a more powerful finish.
They can be, but it depends on the vitola and your palate. If you’re new to cigars, start with a smaller format or smoke slowly after a meal. Bolívar is often best enjoyed when you’re ready to explore more intensity and complexity.
Bolívar is typically described as earthy and rich, often with notes that can lean toward cocoa/coffee, spice, and darker sweetness depending on the cigar and age. A classic example is the Bolívar Belicosos Finos, frequently noted for earthy depth and refined richness.
Our Bolívar cigars are sourced through Hunters & Frankau, the official UK distributor for Havana cigars (Habanos). That supply chain is the gold standard for UK authenticity and handling.
EMS (“English Market Selection”) is a long-used designation associated with cigars prepared for the UK market, and the EMS stamp was introduced by Hunters & Frankau as a clear mark of quality and authenticity for Havanas sold in the UK.
Because the UK supply chain is known for strict selection and quality control, and the EMS stamp provides reassurance that cigars were prepared to the UK market standard. For buyers concerned about counterfeits or mishandling, this is a major confidence factor.
If you want a signature Bolívar experience, many aficionados start with classic formats like Belicosos Finos or Royal Corona they’re often referenced as benchmark smokes for the brand’s character and depth. Choose smaller formats if you want a shorter, punchier session.
Store them in a humidor at stable humidity and temperature (avoid heat and rapid changes). Good storage protects flavour, burn, and construction especially important with fuller-bodied cigars where balance and draw matter.
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