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How to Pick the Perfect Wedding Cigars (for the Groom)

by | Nov 17, 2025 | Special Occasions | 0 comments

Men in wedding suits smoking cigars

You’ve sorted the suits, survived the stag, and now you’re thinking about one of the most fun details of the whole day: wedding cigars.

Done well, cigars become the moment after the speeches – you, your best man, and the father of the bride outside under the fairy lights, raising a slow, smoky toast to the future.

This guide will walk you through how to pick the perfect wedding cigars, 10 specific sticks (5 Cuban, 5 New World) across different budgets, and a few UK venues that really look after cigar lovers.

Step 1: Decide your cigar “plan” for the day

Before we get into brands, think about three quick questions:

  1. Who is actually going to smoke?

    • You and the best man?

    • Fathers of the bride/groom?

    • A wider group of guests who might be curious but inexperienced?

  2. When will you smoke?
    The most popular times are:

    • After the wedding breakfast and speeches

    • As the sun sets and the evening guests arrive

    • Late-night “last cigar” with your closest mates

  3. What’s your budget?
    You can do cigars properly at almost any budget. The trick is to mix:

    • A few “hero” cigars for you, the best man and VIPs

    • A reliable, good-value option for everyone who wants one

For most UK weddings, mild to medium cigars in shorter formats (short robustos, coronas, panetelas) are ideal – they’re easier to smoke, smoother on the palate and don’t take hours. Havana House+1

10 Great Wedding Cigars: 5 Cuban, 5 New World

Cuban Classics (for tradition & photos)

These are your iconic “Cuban cigar” moments – perfect for the groom, best man and fathers, and for that classic band-in-the-photos look.

1. Romeo y Julieta No.2 Tubos (Cuba) – The classic wedding choice

Strength: Medium • Ballpark: ~£20–£25 per single in the UK simplycigars.co.uk+1

  • Petit corona size (5 1/8″ x 42), tubed for freshness and easy transport. Havana House+1

  • Flavours: cedar, earth, toasted nuts with a touch of floral sweetness and cocoa – very approachable. Havana House+1

  • Why it works at weddings:

    • Tubes look smart laid out on a cigar bar.

    • Medium strength – won’t blow a beginner’s head off.

    • Great “one-size-fits-most” cigar for a mixed crowd.

Who for? Groom, best man, fathers, and any guest who says, “I’d love to try a proper Cuban.”

2. Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No.2 (Cuba) – Smooth & crowd-pleasing

Strength: Mild–medium • Ballpark: mid–£20s per single Havana House+1

  • A robusto (4 7/8″ x 50) that’s famous for being mellow but flavourful. JJ Fox

  • Flavours: cedar, honeyed sweetness, light pepper, cream, and soft earth. casasfumando.com+1

  • Very popular with UK smokers who want elegance without big nicotine punch. JJ Fox+1

Who for? Ideal “VIP table” cigar – groom, best man and fathers can all smoke the same thing and it’ll feel special but not too strong.

3. Punch Coronations / Petit Coronations Tubos (Cuba) – Under-the-radar gem

Strength: Medium • Ballpark: ~£18–£22 per single Miss Morans+1

  • Classic tubed Cuban (around 5 1/8″ x 42 or slightly shorter), designed for a 20–40 minute smoke. Miss Morans+2simplycigars.co.uk+2

  • Flavours: woody notes, roasted coffee, cedar, floral honey, vanilla, nuts – very “Cuban” but refined. Havana House+1

Who for? Great as your “main guest” Cuban – smart, tubed, premium, but a little cheaper than Romeo in some shops.

4. Partagás Serie D No.4 (Cuba) – The after-dinner beast

Strength: Full • Ballpark: mid–high £20s single Smoke-King Tobacconist+2Havana House+2

Who for?

  • Keep these for serious cigar fans – maybe you, your best man and that uncle who knows his way around a humidor.

  • Best later in the evening when no one needs to go back in for more photos!

5. José L. Piedra Petit Cetros (Cuba) – Budget-friendly Cuban

Strength: Mild–medium to medium • Ballpark: ~£10–£15 per single Smoke-King Tobacconist+2Miss Morans+2

  • Short, slim cigar (around 127mm x 38) with rustic looks but proper Cuban flavour. uktobacco.com+1

  • Flavours: earth, oak, cedar, cappuccino, dark chocolate, nuts and gentle spice. Miss Morans

Who for?

  • Perfect if you want the words “Yes, they’re Cuban” without blowing the budget.

  • Great for handing out broadly to guests who want to join the moment.

New World Stars (Nicaragua, Honduras, Dominican, etc.)

“New World” cigars – basically everything outside Cuba – often offer better value, huge variety and very consistent construction. simplycigars.co.uk+1

6. La Invicta Honduran Panetela (Honduras) – Entry-level crowd pleaser

Strength: Mild–medium • Ballpark: low £10s or under per single Smoke-King Tobacconist+1

  • Often recommended in the UK as a value New World cigar. Smoke-King Tobacconist+1

  • Slim and not too long – smoking time similar to a shorter Cuban corona.

  • Flavours: easygoing, nutty-cedar profile; nothing too aggressive. Smoke-King Tobacconist+1

Who for?

  • Ideal “starter cigar” for guests who’ve never smoked one before.

  • A great option if you want a big tray of cigars without a scary total cost.

7. Mitchellero Robusto (Nicaragua) – Serious value

Strength: Medium • Ballpark: ~£9–£10 per single, much less by the box simplycigars.co.uk+2simplycigars.co.uk+2

Who for?

  • Fantastic all-rounder for a wedding cigar bar: proper hand-rolled premium feel at an approachable price.

  • Great “best man and ushers” cigar if you’re saving Cubans for just a few people.

8. Ashton Classic (Dominican Republic – Corona / Magnum) – Creamy and refined

Strength: Mild–medium • Ballpark: mid–£20s–£30+ per single depending on size Cigar Country+2MYCIGARORDER.COM+2

  • Dominican filler and binder with a silky Connecticut Shade wrapper; famously smooth and creamy. Cigar Country+2coronacigar.com+2

  • Flavours: cream, nuts, sweet wood, a touch of pepper – super elegant rather than “big and bold”. Cigar Country+1

Who for?

  • Perfect if the father of the bride likes something gentle, or if your venue is quite smart and you want something very polished without going Cuban.

9. Oliva Serie G Robusto (Nicaragua) – Modern favourite

Strength: Medium • Ballpark: high single–low double digit £ per single developingpalates.com+2gqtobaccos.com+2

Who for?

  • Great if your best man is into modern cigars and wants something a bit “geeky” but still very approachable.

  • Also works well as your evening cigar for a smaller group on a tighter budget than full-fat Cubans.

10. Regius Robusto (Nicaragua / Peru blends) – British-born New World

Strength: Medium to medium-full • Ballpark: mid–high teens per single cgarsltd.co.uk+2gqtobaccos.com+2

Who for?

  • A brilliant “signature” cigar for you and your best man if you want something with a subtle British connection but New World value.

How many cigars should you buy?

There’s no perfect formula, but UK tobacconists who specialise in wedding cigars generally suggest: Smoke-King Tobacconist+2weddingcigars.co.uk+2

  • If you have 80–100 guests:

    • Expect maybe 20–40 people to want a cigar.

    • Buy at least that number, plus 5–10 spare (people suddenly become “into cigars” when they see them!).

A simple planning trick:

  • Tier A – 5–10 premium cigars

    • e.g. Romeo y Julieta No.2 / Hoyo Epicure No.2 / Ashton Classic

    • For you, best man, fathers, maybe one or two special friends.

  • Tier B – 20–40 value-but-good cigars

    • e.g. Mitchellero Robusto, La Invicta Panetela, José L. Piedra Petit Cetros

    • For anyone who wants to join the moment without you worrying about cost.

If you’re ordering online, look at sites that specifically mention “wedding cigars” or offer bundles and advice, such as Smoke-King, 1865 Cigars, Havana House, C.Gars and WeddingCigars.co.uk. 1865cigars.com+5Smoke-King Tobacconist+5cgarsltd.co.uk+5

Where to enjoy them: UK venues with cigar spaces

Every UK venue has to obey smoking laws, so cigars are outdoors or in purpose-designed terraces. Some venues really lean into this and can be fantastic for cigar-friendly weddings (or at least the reception/party side).

1. Boisdale of Canary Wharf, London – Big city, big terrace

Boisdale of Canary Wharf has a large cigar terrace with an adjoining Cuban cigar shop and humidor, plus whisky bars and live music. Hitched+1

  • Why it’s good for weddings:

    • They host private events and weddings, with cigar terrace access.

    • You can buy cigars on site, which is ideal if you don’t want to pre-order everything.

    • City skyline views make for very cool “post-speech cigar” photos.

  • Budget feel: Mid to upper-mid – not the cheapest, but not as stratospheric as the ultra-luxury hotels.

2. No. Ten Manchester Street Hotel, Marylebone – Boutique & intimate

No. Ten Manchester Street is a boutique London hotel that’s particularly famous for its cigar terrace and walk-in humidor, offering a curated range of hand-rolled Havanas and a full cutting and lighting service. Bridebook

  • Why it’s good for weddings:

    • Its size suits smaller, more intimate weddings or post-wedding stays.

    • The all-weather cigar terrace feels like a private club – perfect for a groom-and-best-man nightcap.

  • Budget feel: Mid to high, but more “boutique splurge” than palatial.

3. The Lanesborough, London – The Garden Room cigar terrace

The Lanesborough in Belgravia is one of London’s most luxurious hotels, and The Garden Room is its famed heated cigar terrace with one of the best-stocked humidors around. The Wedding Edition+1

  • Why it’s good for weddings:

    • If you’re planning a very high-end city wedding, this is peak “James Bond” energy.

    • Ideal for a small bridal party gathering the night before, or a post-wedding stay with a cigar in the Garden Room.

  • Budget feel: Definitely at the luxury end – more “dream honeymoon night” than “budget reception”.

4. Century Club, Soho – Rooftop with cigar terrace access

Century Club in Soho has a rooftop wedding space with a retractable roof and direct access to a heated cigar terrace overlooking the West End. Venue Crew+1

  • Why it’s good for weddings:

    • Rooftop vibe, great for modern city weddings.

    • Guests can step out onto the cigar terrace to smoke without leaving the party.

  • Budget feel: Mid-to-high – not cheap, but often more accessible than the ultra-luxury hotels.

5. Mezemiso Rooftop Bar & Restaurant, Central London – Shisha & cigar terrace

Mezemiso, a rooftop venue with Lebanese/Japanese influences, offers wedding receptions and has a dedicated shisha and cigar terrace with stunning city views. Guides for Brides

  • Why it’s good for weddings:

    • Combines a stylish rooftop reception with a dedicated outdoor smoking area.

    • They already think in terms of shisha and cigars, so staff are used to the ritual.

  • Budget feel: Mid-range to upper mid (their listed wedding package ranges aren’t as high as some of the old-school luxury hotels).

What about more traditional “country house” venues?

Many country house and hotel wedding venues – think places like Rhinefield House in the New Forest or Warbrook House in Hampshire – have beautiful gardens and terraces where smoking is allowed, even if they don’t run cigar lounges or shops on site. Hand Picked Hotels+1

For these venues, the usual approach is:

  • Buy your cigars from a specialist online retailer in advance. 1865cigars.com+3Havana House+3cgarsltd.co.uk+3

  • Check with the venue about where exactly cigars can be smoked (terrace, garden, designated area).

  • Set up a small “cigar corner” outside – a little table with:

    • Your cigars

    • A sign explaining what they are

    • A few cutters, lighters and ashtrays

This works brilliantly whether your venue is a rustic barn or a manor house.

Practical tips so your wedding cigars actually work on the day

1. Think about your non-smokers

  • Keep cigars outside or in terraces only.

  • Make sure smoke isn’t drifting straight into the dancefloor or children’s areas.

  • Let your photographer know when you plan to light up, so guests who don’t want to be near smoke can drift elsewhere.

2. Don’t forget accessories

Specialist wedding cigar guides often point out that the classic mistake is buying cigars but forgetting cutters and lighters. simplycigars.co.uk+1

Have:

  • 2–4 guillotine cutters on the cigar bar

  • A couple of reliable butane lighters or long matches

  • Decent ashtrays (ask the venue – they may provide them)

3. Storage and transport

  • If you’re not a regular cigar smoker, ask your retailer to ship in a humidified bag or buy one separately – they keep cigars fresh for weeks. simplycigars.co.uk

  • Keep cigars somewhere cool and away from radiators until the big day.

4. Shorter is safer

For a wedding, shorter cigars (20–40 minutes’ smoke time) are your friend – they fit between speeches and first dance, and your guests aren’t left outside for ages. Havana House+2Havana House+2

Most of the cigars above – petit coronas, robustos, panetelas – are in this sweet spot.

5. Make it a little ritual

On the day itself, make it a moment:

  • Ask your best man to announce: “Anyone who’d like a cigar with the groom, meet us on the terrace in 10 minutes.”

  • Give first light to the father of the bride as a quiet thank-you.

  • Get your photographer to capture:

    • The cut and light

    • The first puff

    • The circle of you, best man, and family laughing under the evening sky

Those shots – more than the cigars themselves – are often what you’ll treasure.

Final thoughts

You don’t need to spend a fortune on Cohibas for 100 people to have unforgettable wedding cigars. A smart mix of classic Cubans (Romeo y Julieta No.2, Hoyo Epicure No.2, Partagás D4) and value New World sticks (Mitchellero, La Invicta, Oliva, Ashton, Regius) lets you treat the key people and still include anyone who wants to join you.

Whether you’re toasting your new life together on a London cigar terrace, or on the lawn of a country house hotel in the rain with the best man shielding the lighter, it’s that shared, smoky pause in the middle of the madness that really makes it special.

And as the groom-to-be, that’s your job: not just to pick a good cigar, but to create the moment around it.

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