For many cigar enthusiasts, few brands evoke the heights of luxury and heritage like Davidoff, and within their portfolio, the Winston Churchill Series stands as a sublime tribute to a man synonymous with cigars: Sir Winston Churchill.
From his unwavering leadership during World War II to his love of leisurely reflection with a fine smoke, Churchill’s legacy lives on in this meticulously crafted range of cigars that aim to mirror his complexity, depth, and refinement.
Davidoff Winston Churchill – The Original Series
Unlike most cigar lines that focus purely on flavour or tradition, the Davidoff Winston Churchill Series is a conceptual range inspired by the many facets of Churchill’s life. The idea is to honour a man who not only smoked cigars, but whose personality was as layered as the blends crafted for his namesake range.
Whether it’s the calm contemplation of an afternoon or the deep rumination of a late evening, this series offers a cigar for every mood and moment.
The Commander Cigar – Toro
A Reflection of Churchill’s Military Resolve
Churchill is perhaps best known for leading Britain to victory in WWII, becoming one of Britain’s most celebrated wartime leaders.
The Commander cigar in the Toro format is designed to reflect this formidable, resilient side of Churchill’s character. It carries the largest ring gauge in the Davidoff Winston Churchill range, giving it an imposing presence from the outset.
The smoking experience begins with assertive leathery spice before developing into sweeter notes from the Mexican Corojo wrapper. The size allows the blend to unfold gradually, delivering both power and depth, making this a cigar that feels grand in scale and bold in personality, very much in keeping with its inspiration.
The Aristocrat Cigar – Churchill
A Tribute to Heritage and Refinement
Born into aristocracy as the nephew of the Duke of Marlborough, Churchill was raised among privilege and developed a lifelong appreciation for culture, language and refined pursuits. It was during his time fighting on the front line in Cuba that he first fell in love with cigars, a passion that would remain with him for the rest of his life.
Later, while on mission in India, he took up Polo and quickly became the best player in his regiment, while his private education nurtured a deep love for English literature and language.
Appropriately, the Aristocrat cigar is presented in the classic Churchill format and stands as the flagship vitola of the Davidoff Winston Churchill line.
Crafted with an Ecuadorian wrapper and binder, and filled with tobaccos from the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua, this cigar offers impressive complexity. The wrapper has a rich, oily sheen and a texture often described as satin-smooth to the touch.
In flavour, it delivers an elegant combination of almond, oak and cream, producing a refined and luxurious smoking experience that mirrors Churchill’s cultured upbringing and sophisticated tastes.
The Traveller Cigar – Belicoso
Capturing the Spirit of Adventure
Few public figures of Churchill’s era experienced the world as widely as he did. Through his work in both the military and journalism, he travelled extensively, visiting countries including Cuba, India, Sudan, South Africa, Germany and Egypt. At the beginning of the 20th century, such global exposure was rare and remarkable, helping shape Churchill’s worldview and feeding his appetite for adventure and discovery.
The Traveller cigar, crafted in a Belicoso format, reflects this restless, exploratory spirit. Inspired by Churchill’s love of exotic places and diverse cultures, the blend incorporates tobacco from multiple regions, with a strong emphasis on Dominican leaf.
This is a shorter cigar, but one that delivers intensity rather than subtlety. It offers concentrated flavour and strength, making it a powerful yet compact smoke that suits those seeking bold character in a shorter smoking window, very much in keeping with the idea of a journey packed into a single experience.
The Artist Cigar – Petit Corona
The Creative Side of Churchill
Behind the commanding wartime leader was a man who found solace and joy in painting. When not engaged in political or military strategy, Churchill would often sit before his canvas with brush in one hand and cigar in the other, producing landscape paintings that reflected a quieter, more contemplative side of his personality. This artistic pursuit was not merely a pastime but an important emotional outlet throughout his life.
The Artist cigar, presented in a Petit Corona format, aims to represent this gentler yet still purposeful side of Churchill. While the cigar carries strength, its flavour profile is notably delicate and balanced.
Traditional British notes of pepper and oakwood dominate, creating a refined and restrained character rather than an overpowering one. It is a cigar designed for thoughtful moments, ideal for pairing with reflection, creativity or appreciation of art, an understated tribute to Churchill’s painterly passions.
The Raconteur Cigar – Petit Panatella
Celebrating a Master Storyteller
Churchill’s reputation as an orator and storyteller was legendary. His speeches inspired nations, and his personal anecdotes were just as captivating.
Among his favourite famous tales was his dramatic escape from Boer imprisonment, during which he travelled roughly 280 miles across Africa without a map, surviving on little more than chocolate and river water before reaching safety at a Portuguese base. It was stories like these, delivered with eloquence and wit, that made Churchill a compelling presence in any room.
The Raconteur cigar, crafted as a Petit Panatella, mirrors this sense of unfolding narrative through its evolving flavour profile. The smoke begins with spice and liquorice alongside earthy undertones, then gradually develops into floral and herbal notes as it progresses.
Much like a well-told story, the cigar builds in stages, revealing new layers as it goes, rewarding attentive smokers who enjoy complexity in a smaller, more elegant format.
The Statesman Cigar – Robusto
Leadership, Balance and Humanity
Above all else, Churchill is remembered for his role as a statesman. His leadership during Britain’s darkest hours cemented his place in history, not because of rigid political ideology, but because of his genuine commitment to the people he served. Throughout his career he shifted between liberal and conservative positions, but what remained constant was his belief in duty, resilience and national unity.
The Davidoff Winston Churchill Robusto The Statesman is designed to reflect this balance and depth of character. Visually striking and impeccably constructed, it uses tobacco from the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Mexico and Ecuador to create a blend that is both rich and harmonious.
The flavour profile balances leather and coffee notes with a smooth, oily texture that feels silky on the palate. This is a cigar that avoids extremes, instead offering controlled strength and layered refinement, an apt representation of Churchill’s ability to combine authority with empathy.
More Winston Churchill Releases from Davidoff
In addition to the original Winston Churchill Series, there is more to explore from Davidoff.
Davidoff Winston Churchill Late Hour Series
For those who prefer a bolder experience, the Late Hour Series is notable for its dark, oily Ecuadorian wrapper and tobaccos aged in Scotch whisky casks. This creates a richer, deeper smoke with layers of spice, dark coffee, chocolate, and aged leather; a dramatic profile that evokes Churchill’s creative nights, aurally as well as literally.
These cigars lean into complexity and strength, ideal for an evening paired with full-bodied whisky or rich dessert wine.
Limited Editions
Every so often, Davidoff releases special limited editions that take the story further. A recent example is the Davidoff Winston Churchill Limited Edition 2025, which celebrates Churchill’s artistic side, complete with packaging that includes one of his own paintings and design elements inspired by an artist’s palette.
This edition combines Dominican, Nicaraguan, and Mexican tobaccos under an Ecuadorian wrapper for a layered profile of nuts, coffee, and cedar.
These limited releases are often sought after by collectors and aficionados alike, both for their storytelling and craftsmanship.
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