Plasencia Cigars

Plasencia Cigars is a story of resilience, tradition, and excellence. Through generations of expertise and a passion for tobacco, the Plasencia family has built a brand that stands among the best in the world.

Overcoming a Tumultuous History

Originally from the Canary Islands, the Plasencia family moved to Cuba, where two generations farmed tobacco until Castro seized their farms in the Cuban Revolution. After fleeing through Mexico, the family finally rebuilt in Nicaragua, planting their finest tobaccos in the fertile soils.

Despite their vast tobacco industry experience and the younger generation even attending agriculture university, the Nicaragua Revolution started, and the Plasencias moved yet again, this time to Honduras.

Expanding Into a Cigar Powerhouse

Less than a decade later, though, the Plasencias were producing over 1 million cigars per year in Honduras and, by the 1990s, had re-opened in Nicaragua, where they were producing over 33 million cigars combined in both Nicaragua and Honduras.

Fast forward to the last decade, and the Plasencias became the largest tobacco grower and producer of over 40 million cigars for private labels and over 30 companies. Plasencia continues to dominate the cigar industry, crafting blends with rich flavor and undeniable quality.

Creating Generations of Excellence

2017 was the landmark year for the Plasencias, though, with the fifth generation launching Plasencia Cigars, the family’s own brand. Among their top blends, Plasencia Reserva Original stands out, offering a smooth smoking taste with notes of nuts, fruits, and caramel. Likewise, Plasencia Alma Fuerte is celebrated for its rich profile, featuring deep notes of plum, cinnamon, oak, and dark chocolate.

Building a Dynasty

Plasencia Cigars is proof that perseverance pays off. After over 150 years of successes, hardships, and starting over multiple times, the Plasencia family has grown into a tobacco dynasty. Legends like Nestor Plasencia Sr. helped shape this legacy, producing some of the finest cigars that cigar lovers worldwide enjoy!

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