For our money, there are few combinations finer than a great cigar enjoyed over a holes of golf. Like a trip to the golf course, a cigar offers the chance to block out all the noise, unwind, and embrace the good things in life. And whether you’re going out for a private session to work on your swing, savoring a game with good friends, or hitting the links to network and build connections, the right cigar can make everything just that much better.
As lovers of the links and the leaf, the cigar experts at Stogies World Class Cigars have carefully assembled this list of the top 5 cigars to enjoy on the golf course so that you can make the most of your next game.
1) Henry Clay War Hawk Toro
Country of Origin: Honduras
Factory: Flor de Copan S.A.
Wrapper: Ecuador (Connecticut)
Binder: U.S.A. (Connecticut Broadleaf)
Filler: Honduras
Length: 6 Inches
Ring Gauge: 50
Shape: Toro
Looking for a safe bet cigar that will offer both seasoned and occasional smokers an enjoyable experience? The Henry Clay War Hawk Toro is an inviting smoke that’s easy to share with a group.
Unlike some golf swings, the Henry Clay War Hawk needs no time to warm up, immediately greeting smokers with a sociable mix of hazelnut, cream, and cedar once lit. And don’t let the name fool you, The Warhawk is not an aggressive cigar. Even as it progresses past the first third, the creamy sweet flavors remain, as similarly approachable notes of coffee and banana enter the mix.
We love enjoying the Henry Clay War Hawk Toro on the golf course because of its consistency — the flavors are pleasant yet steady for the duration of the smoke, allowing you and your friends to keep your heads in the game or the conversation without getting lost in the smoke.
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2) Asylum 13 Connecticut 60
Country of Origin: Honduras
Factory: El Aladino
Wrapper: Ecuador Connecticut
Binder: Honduran
Filler: Honduras
Length: 6 inches
Ring Gauge: 60
Shape: Toro
Looking for something a touch stronger for your next game? The Asylum 13 is a mild-medium strength cigar with a flavor profile that echoes the tastes and smells of the great outdoors. From the get-go, this stick pairs very nicely with the greens, giving off a grassy, woodsy aroma from the wrapper that carries over to the cold draw.
Once lit, the Asylum 13 has a hot start with lots of pepper spice up front before the earthy, grassy notes settle in. A few minutes in, the grass gives way to cedar as the nature-friendly flavor profile gradually evolves, working nicely alongside light pepper notes that remain through the final third of the cigar.
We love the way The Asylum 13 compliments the mood of well-maintained greens, with an earthy flavor profile that sets the perfect tone for the kind of tranquil outdoor experience that makes for a great day on the links.
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3) Drew Estate Herrera Esteli Habano Toro Especial
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: El Titan de Bronze
Wrapper: Ecuador Connecticut
Binder: Honduran
Filler: Nicaraguan
Length: 6.25 inches
Ring Gauge: 54
Shape: Toro
Sometimes you need your cigar to make a statement — especially when you’re sharing a box with good friends or important people. When you’re swinging to impress and need a good stick to help set the mood, we recommend the Drew Estate Herrera Esteli Habano Toro Especial.
This medium-full strength cigar is reminiscent of classic Cuban cigars both in presentation and in flavor, thanks in no small part to Jonathan Drew’s (of Drew Estate) signature cuban blending style. This cigar is big on sweet, satisfying flavors. Those of discerning palette will appreciate the clean, crisp character of the Herrera Esteli Habano that allows flavors of wood, salted nuts, cream, and white pepper to shine through clearly.
We love sharing the Herrera Esteli Habano with dear friends and colleagues on the golf course because it makes a statement without being over the top or distracting from the business at hand. True lovers of the leaf and occasional smokers alike will find a lot to appreciate here.
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4) Four Kicks Mule Kick Limited Edition 2020
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Factory: Tabacalera La Alianza SA
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan
Length: 7.125 inches
Ring gauge: 52
Shape: Robusto Extra
Wanting to tee up and take your time with a more serious smoke? The 2020 edition of the Four Kicks Mule Kick from Crowned Heads will give you and your friends plenty to celebrate, regardless of your performance on the links. This highly anticipated release is a beauty, with near flawless construction that’s befitting of a nicer course.
Once lit, the Four Kicks Mule Kick LE 2020 offers a varied experience that evolves as you move from hole to hole. We like the way this stick starts big with pepper and spice before mellowing out to showcase bright, juicy flavors in the middle, with the real kick coming toward the end.
The Four Kicks Mule Kick LE 2020 is perfect for the golfer who cares about the little details. When you show up to a pristine golf course looking your best, you want your smoke to match that energy, and this cigar does that and more.
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5) Perdomo 20th Anniversary Sun Grown E656
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera Perdomo
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan
Length: 6 inches
Ring gauge: 56
Shape: Toro
Our final pick is also the most special cigar on the list. Featuring tobacco aged in bourbon oak barrels, the Perdomo 20th Anniversary Sun Grown E656 is the perfect cigar for those who know that all good things in life — be they trips to the golf course or fine cigars — are best when they’re savored.
This full bodied cigar has a satisfying pre-light experience, with wood and citrus sweetness complementing the strong natural flavors of the tobacco itself on the cold draw. Once lit, the bourbon barrel-aged tobacco quickly emerges as the star of the show. Woody, creamy flavors lead the way, rounded out by some of the citrus sweetness and peppery spice which gradually become more assertive as the cigar burns on.
A treat for true cigar enthusiasts, we love this stick for its smooth, enjoyable complexity. The Perdomo 20th Anniversary Sun Grown E656 is an impeccable experience that puts you in the perfect frame of mind to play through and swing gracefully.
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