ADVentura The Explorer

ADVentura The Explorer is the cigar that introduced Henderson Ventura and Marcel Knobel's collaboration to U.S. smokers. Launched as the brand's first release, it remains the entry point into the ADVentura lineup — approachable in body but built with the same multi-country complexity that defines everything they make.

The blend uses a Habano Ecuador wrapper over a Sumatra binder, with a mix of Dominican and Ecuadorian fillers. Strength lands at medium. The flavor profile runs earthy and leathery up front with light spice and a consistent nuttiness through the second third. Burn is even across all three vitolas.

Available in Corona Gorda (46x5¾), Robusto Grande (54x5), and Gran Toro Box Pressed (54x6). The box-pressed Gran Toro is the most popular format — the added surface area opens up the draw and rounds out the spice. Singles available in all three sizes; box options in 20-count.

Pairs well with a medium-roast coffee or a lighter Scotch. If you're newer to ADVentura, The Explorer is the right starting point. The Queen's Pearls offers a similar medium body with a Connecticut natural wrapper if you prefer a creamier profile. For something fuller, step up to the Black Conqueror.

Browse the full ADVentura Cigars collection at Renegade Cigars.