L A T I T U D ECigar

According to the Jimmy Buffet song, “Changes in Latitudes, Changes in Attitudes,” one’s perspective can change depending on vertical location on the globe. These lyrics, along with a blended passion of blue water sailing and enjoying a premium cigar with friends, have allowed for the birth of Latitude Cigars right here in Ellis county (or more precisely 32°23’04.9”N 96°51’05.7”W).

Originally just an idea of making quality cigars more accessible to people, we quickly realized there are a lot of misconceptions and bad advice out there regarding cigars. Having personally enjoyed cigars for several years with friends and family, it was time to “ReFresh our Cigar Attitude” and create a destination location for people to learn more and discover the cigar community.

In February 2022, on Charles’ 50th birthday, we launched Latitude Cigar’s mobile lounge in the backyard of our town’s first craft beer manufacturer and local taproom, Railport Brewery.Quickly we recognized that weddings, bachelor parties, golf tournaments, car shows, other breweries and food truck events were asking for us to enhance their events and bring premium cigars to the multitudes. Later in June, we had a unique opportunity to pair premium cigars with BBQ at a Father’s Day class by Meat Therapy at the beautiful historic J.S Berry House. This event gave us confirmation that many people have questions and want to learn more about cigars, as they do BBQ, and are open to explore and share experiences.

Opening a small business during the pandemic was certainly a challenge. We love our city and look forward to being active in our community for many years to come. We were so happy to open a brick-and-mortar lounge located in the Railport District which allows this passion for community and premium cigars to continue outside of these special events. Stop by sometime and learn about premium cigars, ask about blue water sailing adventures, or just say hi.

Charles & Holly Pike Latitude Cigars LLC @latitudecigar