The VERY Best Cigars for Weddings 2024 Edition

A Note on Wedding Cigar Bars

Cigar bars can be a fabulous addition to any wedding. If you’re unfamiliar with cigar bars, they usually involve a professional roller (or two) rolling fresh cigars for you and your guests — often with a unique band commemorating the occasion. While this may seem very appealing (and for some people, it is), you should know that cigars begin to release ammonia (which tastes bitter) around 24 hours after they are rolled. This means that unless you plan on smoking a “fresh” cigar immediately, you’ll probably have to wait 60-90 days to smoke it. 

What’s more, fresh-rolled cigars are typically much more moist than an aged cigar, and they will likely have a strange flavor to any guests who smoke cigars on a regular basis. That’s because aging is critical to fully developing a cigar’s flavor profile. (For more on cigar aging, click here.) 

If none of those things matter to you, and you just want a novelty cigar to mark the occasion, then by all means, spring for a cigar bar at your wedding. But if you want a high-quality cigar that will impress even the most discerning guest, go with one of these on our list.

Macanudo Inspirado White — Best Wedding Guest Cigar

Let’s kick things off with a classic. A white wedding and a white-label cigar just make too much sense not to recommend. And while there are plenty of “White Label” smokes on the market (Montecristo White Series, Rocky Patel Label, to name a few), our first pick is the ever-dependable Macanudo Inspirado White. This Ecuadorian Connecticut crowd-pleaser is approachable yet flavorful and ideal for sharing with cigar lovers and novices alike, which is why it’s such a strong choice as a wedding guest cigar.

Cohiba Riviera — Best Cigar for the Groom/Couple

Because you may only get married once (or two-to-three times, tops), it makes sense to mark your special day with a memorable cigar. Enter Cohiba Riviera — the ultimate cigar for the groom/wedding party. Riviera is the only box-pressed Cohiba — and the only Cohiba to feature a San Andrés wrapper, and it delivers an exceptional smoking experience well-suited for any big occasion.

La Aroma de Cuba Mi Amor — Best Balanced Cigar

“Mi Amor” means “My Love” in Spanish, which is just one reason this is a quality choice for a wedding smoke. In addition, the La Aroma de Cuba Mi Amor delivers tasting notes of dark chocolate, almond, and coconut, and it has received a 95-rating from Cigar Aficionado — while earning a Top 25 Cigar of the Year spot on five separate occasions. If you’re not sure which cigar to get for your wedding, this is a solid place to start.

Romeo Y Julieta Miniatures — Best Budget Cigars for a Wedding

In case you don’t remember high school English class, Romeo and Juliet is not a romance that ends “happily ever after,” as many people believe. Regardless, Romeo Y Julieta cigars are quality smokes that are a good option for a large celebration like a wedding. And at $12.49 for a pack of 20, they make a fine wedding smoke for any budget.

The Romeo Y Julieta Miniatures are also excellent for weddings because you can smoke one in about 10-15 minutes. This means you can still have a fantastic cigar and get back to the reception without missing your favorite dance number. 

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