About Us
OurHistory
OOur company, Yaqui Cigar, was founded in March 2015, starting as a project focused solely on producing cigars with Negro San Andrés tobacco in Mexico City. After securing a modest investment and traveling extensively, we ventured to the heart of tobacco cultivation in the State of Veracruz, near the Gulf of Mexico's coast, in the San Andrés Valley. Here, we embraced the deep-rooted family tradition of growing, curing, and handcrafting 100% Mexican cigars. This is where "Yaqui Cigar" was born, with the goal of promoting Mexican tobacco and artisanal craftsmanship. As the saying goes, "WhatismadeinMexicoiswellmade.
WhyYaqui?
IIn line with our commitment to celebrating our traditions, we named our brand after the Yaqui tribe, located in the northern part of the country, in the State of Sonora. The Yaqui tribe is renowned for its deeply rooted traditions and resilience. They continue to fight to preserve their customs despite challenges. We view our brand in a similar light: a brand that must contend with misconceptions about the quality of Mexican tobacco and our capabilities as tobacco producers. In reality, Mexico is home to excellent tobacco producers and skilled cigar rollers with generations of experience.Intheend,weareYAQUI.
OurPhilosophy
WWin-WinOur philosophy is based on the principle of mutual benefit, where everyone commits to acommongood,asharedplanofaction,andworkstogether.
OurValues
•Respect
•Cooperation
•Honor
OurMission
•Creativity
•Fraternity
•Ethics
•Professionalism
•Tolerance
•Perseverance
•Generosity •Solidarity
•Patience
•Gratitude
•Strength
• To use our passion for tobacco to produce high-quality cigars and provide our clients and friendswithanexcellentproductthatupholdstheprideofwhatisMADEINMEXICO.
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• To be a supplier of pipe tobacco that offers pipe smokers a product free of chemicals and craftedwiththebestnaturalprocessesusedinourcountry.
OurVision
T• To become one of Mexico's leading suppliers of cigars and pipe tobacco, while innovating the conceptofMexicancraftsmanshipthroughtheartisanalmanufacturingofcigars.
PermissionfromtheYaquiTribe
AAs a company, we are among the first—if not the very first—to seek the approval of the eight Yaqui villages and their main settlement, Vicam, in the State of Sonora, for the use of their name and representativeemblemssuchastheDeerDanceandtheirflag.
ThiseffortunderscoresourcommitmenttohonoringandrespectingtheculturalheritageoftheYaqui peopleandensuringthattheirtraditionsreceivetherecognitiontheydeserveinoursociety.
SocialResponsibility
AAt “YAQUI Cigar,” we pride ourselves on being socially responsible. In our quest to support our community, we make various in-kind donations to the most needy areas. These donations include items such as cans of milk, school supplies, food packages, and basic medications.Additionally, we are committed to regional sports and provide support to a women’s softball team named “Las Yaquis.” This sponsorship reflects our dedication to fostering local talent and promoting healthy, active lifestyles.
SocialResponsibility
CCommitted to the community, at Yaqui Cigar, we aim to support young people and projects focused on preserving identity, customs, and culture for future generations. We support the educational and cultural project “Bemela Sewa” - “Sewa Tomteme” led by Mr. Francisco “Cocó” Ramírez, in the town of Vicam, Cajeme, Sonora.Through this initiative, we strive to contribute our "grain of sand" to ourYaqui tribe.
SocialResponsibility
AAt “YAQUI Cigar”, we take great pride in collaborating with Mexican artisans, not only in the crafting of each of our hand-made cigars but also with those who create our boxes and ironwood pipes in the Yaqui community of Sonora. We also work with master craftsman Jesús Elías in Metepec, State of Mexico, who makes our clay ashtrays and pipes. Limited editions include boxes and güiras from the artisan community of Olinalá, Guerrero, as well as pipes with boxes for our 1stAnniversary, crafted by renowned Master Daniel Martínez Galindo from Oaxaca, Mexico. Our cedar humidors with tobacco leafinlays and oilpainting artaremade bytheartistMarcoMéndezfromPuebla, Mexico.Eachofthese collaborations helps establish us as a Mexican brand committed to the development and promotion of locally-madeproducts.Asoursloganstates:“BecausewhatismadeinMexicoisalsowellMADE!”
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Tastings
AAt Yaqui Cigar, we deeply value the opinions of our customers and friends. Therefore, we organize tastings, pairings, and sensory experiences to better understand the preferences and needs of our consumers. These experiences are conducted both virtually and in person, in Mexico and abroad.Ourgoalistoconvey"ExtraordinarySensationsandExperiences"throughourproducts.
TwoSeries
AAtYaquiCigar,weoffertwodistinctseries,eachwithitsownuniquering:
1.- Bandera Series: This ring features the iconic Yaqui flag. It includes slender ring formats with vitolas such as media corona, corona, and lancero, all crafted with long-filler, 100% Mexican tobacco. These cigars aim to support and preserve the Yaqui community and culture, with a portion of proceeds dedicated to this cause. Within this series, you'll find our Bwitchopla (Ahumado), a cigar made with Negro SanAndréstobaccothatundergoesasmokingprocess,addinguniqueflavorsandstrengthtothetobacco.
2.- Yaqui Pigtail Series: This ring is characterized by vitolas with a ring size of 52 and 54, including robusto, toro, and churchill formats, all made with long-filler, 100% Mexican tobacco. The name "Pigtail" refers to the distinctive "colita de cochino" (pig tail) finish, which gives the cigars a more artisanal presentationandsymbolizesthatourcigarsareentirelyhandcrafted.
SpecialSeries.
1.- Short Robusto: Ring 52 x 4 inches. 100% Mexican tobacco. Wrapper: Habano rojo, grown in Mexico. Binder and Filler: Mexico. Finish: Pigtail. This cigar has been awarded the "Serie Bronce" by the Spanish magazine "Tabacos Puros Magazine," recognizedamongthebestintheworldwiththisspecialaccolade.
2.- Tetabiate: Ring 54 x 7 inches. 100% Mexican tobacco. The first double figurado, pressed, and bolero-wrapped cigar manufactured in Mexico. This iconic cigar was released on July 19, 2020, in honor of the 119th anniversary of the passing of General Juan Maldonado “Tetabiate.” The bolero double wrapper symbolizes the endless struggle of the Yaqui tribe against the "Yori," or the profane intruders of their lands.
3.- Baji Vertex III: Ring 52 x 7 inches. 100% Mexican tobacco. Finish: Pigtail. The first cigar on the national and international market with a triangular pressed format, launched on September 26, 2019, in Mexico City. This cigar was introduced alongside theYaquiCigarbrandandthecampaign:“TheCreatorsoftheTriangularCigar.”
Catalog 2024
Bwitchopla (Smoked/Charred) (YaquiArtisan Series)
This is the first cigar in Mexico with a Kentucky fire-cured smoking process, made with 100% Mexican tobacco.
Vitola: Corona.
Ring: 44 x 6.5" (16mm x 166mm). Weight: 11 grams.
Wrapper: NSA. Binder: NSA. Filler: Habano and Negro SanAndrés.
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Roasted coffee. Wood. Spices.
First Third: Licorice. Black pepper. Molasses.
Second Third: Raisins. Dried fruits. Licorice. Caramel. Bacon (Smoked meat).
Final Third: Black pepper. Honey. Dried fruits.
Draw: Excellent. Ash: White to Gray Strength: Medium. Smoking Time: 1 hour
Pairing Recommendations:AñejoTequila. Peated Whisky Turkish Coffee. Espresso. Bacanora. Mezcal.
Bwitchopla
Tetabiate (YaquiArtisan Series)
This line was created and launched on July 9, 2021, in honor of the 120th anniversary of the death of General Juan Maldonado W. “Tetabiate.”The wrapper symbolizes the war between theYaquis and the Yoris.
Vitola: DoubleTorpedo Pressed. Ring 56 x 7" (23mm x 178mm). Weight: 17 grams.
Wrapper: Bolero (Habano and NSA). Binder: NSA. Filler: Habano, Sumatra, and Negro SanAndrés. Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Coffee, leather
First Third: Leather, oily nuts, fresh wood.
Second Third: White pepper, eucalyptus, peanut, wood.
Final Third: Toasted wood, cinnamon, roasted walnut, almond, white pepper
Draw: Correct.Ash: Light gray to medium. Strength: Mild to medium.
Smoking Time: 1 hour 30 minutes.
Pairing Recommendations: ReposadoTequila. Whisky. Coffee. Mezcal. Bacanora.
Wakila (Slim/Thin) (YaquiArtisan Series)
This line uses 100% Mexican tobacco, perfect for those who enjoy an intense and flavorful smoke.
Vitola: Lancero.
Ring 42 x 7.5" (15mm x 187.5mm). Weight: 12 grams.
Wrapper: NSA. Binder: NSA. Filler: Negro SanAndrés.
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Coffee, leather, pepper.
First Third: Wood, roasted coffee, almond.
Second Third: Coffee, cayenne pepper, toasted wood.
Final Third: Black pepper, roasted almond, coffee, cocoa.
Draw: Correct. Ash: Light gray to white. Strength: Mild to medium. Smoking Time: 1 hour
Pairing Recommendations: AñejoTequila. Whisky. Coffee. Bacanora. Stout or dark beer
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Illitchi (Small) (YaquiArtisan Series)
This cigar is made with 100% Mexican tobacco, designed for a short yet pleasurable smoke. Vitola: Half Corona.
Ring 44 x 3.5" (18mm x 90mm). Weight: 6.5 grams.
Wrapper: Habano. Binder: Habano. Filler: Habano and Negro SanAndrés.
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Woods. Leather.
First Third: Cedar wood, cinnamon, cardamom.
Second Third: Cardamom, black pepper, leather, cedar, petrichor.
Final Third: Toasted nuts, eucalyptus, black pepper, honey.
Draw: Excellent.Ash: Light gray to white. Strength: Medium. Smoking Time: 30 minutes.
Pairing Recommendations: BlancoTequila. ReposadoTequila. Coffee. Mezcal. Bacanora. Whisky.
OLD IV (Bronze Series – Tabacos Puros Magazine)
This cigar is made with 100% Mexican tobacco, designed for a short yet pleasurable smoke. It is a source of pride for us, having been selected byTabacos Puros Magazine Spain as part of their "Bronze Series," a significant recognition for our small company.
Vitola: Short Robusto.
Ring 52 x 4" (21mm x 101.4mm). Weight: 11.5 grams.
Wrapper: Habano. Binder: NSA. Filler: Habano and Negro SanAndrés.
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Woods. Leather.
First Third: Cedar wood, cinnamon, cardamom.
Second Third: Cardamom, black pepper, leather, cedar, petrichor
Final Third: Toasted nuts, eucalyptus, black pepper, honey
Draw: Excellent.Ash: Light gray to white. Strength: Medium.
Smoking Time: 45 minutes.
Pairing Recommendations: BlancoTequila. ReposadoTequila. Coffee. Mezcal. Bacanora. Whisky. Stout beer. Gin and tonic.
Tottai (Double)
This cigar is made with 100% Mexican tobacco, featuring long filler, completely hand-rolled, and with a barber pole or bolero finish. Perfect for those new to the world of cigar enthusiasts.
Vitola: Robusto.
Ring 52 x 5" (22mm x 127mm). Weight: 19 grams.
Wrapper: Sumatra and NSA. Binder: Habano. Filler: Habano, Sumatra, and Negro SanAndrés.
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Woods. Leather.
First Third: Coffee. Eucalyptus. Cocoa.
Second Third: Coffee. Petrichor.Tea leaf. Leather.
Final Third: Wood. Coffee. Eucalyptus. Cardamom.
Draw: Excellent.Ash: Light gray to white. Strength: Medium. Smoking Time: 1 hour 10 minutes.
Pairing Recommendations: BlancoTequila. ReposadoTequila. Coffee. Latte. Mezcal. Bacanora. Whisky. Stout beer / PaleAle.
Negro SanAndrés (Mexico Select Series)
AtYaqui Cigar, we offer cigars made with tobacco aged between 3 and 5 years, and resting in cedar drawers for 4 months to 1 year These processes impart exquisite flavors and aromas.
Vitola: Robusto.
Ring 52 x 5" (21mm x 127mm). Weight: 17 grams.
Wrapper: NSA. Binder: NSA. Filler: Habano and Negro SanAndrés.
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Wood, cocoa, coffee.
First Third: Chocolate, molasses, nuts.
Second Third: Clove, cocoa, roasted coffee.
Final Third: Black pepper, molasses, nuts, toasted wood.
Draw: Excellent.Ash: Light gray to medium. Strength: Mild to medium.
Smoking Time: 1 hour 10 minutes.
Pairing Recommendations: Espresso/French Press coffee. Mezcal. Whisky. Bourbon. Dark beer
Habano (Mexico Select Series)
AtYaqui Cigar, we offer cigars made with tobacco aged between 3 and 5 years, and resting in cedar drawers for 4 months to 1 year These processes create exquisite flavors and aromas.
Vitola: Robusto.
Ring 52 x 5" (21mm x 127mm). Weight: 17 grams.
Wrapper: Habano. Binder: Habano. Filler: Habano and Negro SanAndrés.
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Woods, nuts, coffee.
First Third: Woods, toasted nut, cocoa.
Second Third: Wood, chocolate, leather, coffee.
Final Third: Wood, black pepper, toasted nut, almond.
Draw: Excellent. Ash: Light gray to medium. Strength: Mild to medium.
Smoking Time: 1 hour 10 minutes.
Pairing Recommendations: Espresso/French Press coffee. Mezcal. Whisky. Bourbon. Lager beer.
Sumatra (Mexico Select Series)
AtYaqui Cigar, we offer cigars made with tobacco aged between 3 and 5 years, and resting in cedar drawers for 4 months to 1 year These processes impart exquisite flavors and aromas.
Vitola: Robusto.
Ring 52 x 5" (21mm x 127mm). Weight: 17 grams.
Wrapper: Sumatra. Binder: Sumatra. Filler: Sumatra, Habano, and NSA.
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Woods. Leather. Petrichor.
First Third: Cocoa, mocha, petrichor.
Second Third: Fresh wood, petrichor, cocoa, coffee.
Final Third: Toasted almond, cocoa, eucalyptus, cinnamon.
Draw: Excellent. Ash: Light gray to medium. Strength: Mild.
Smoking Time: 1 hour 10 minutes.
Pairing Recommendations: Espresso/French Press coffee. Mezcal. Whisky. Bourbon.Tea.
México Select
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Baakot (Culebra) (Mexico Select Series)
AtYaqui Cigar, we offer cigars made with tobacco aged between 3 and 5 years, and resting in cedar drawers for 4 months to 1 year These processes create exquisite flavors and aromas.
Vitola: Culebra.
Ring 42 x 7" (14mm x 189mm). Weight: 27 grams.
Wrapper: Habano - Negro SanAndrés - Sumatra.
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Woods. Leather. Petrichor
Flavor Notes: Cocoa, toasted wood, toasted almonds, eucalyptus, coffee.
Draw: Adjusted. Ash: Light gray to white. Strength: Mild to medium.
Smoking Time: 3 hours 15 minutes.
Pairing Recommendations: Espresso/French Press coffee. Mezcal. Whisky. Bourbon. Beer.Tea.
EVAGACigar (Taba’a Series - Liqueur)
Seeking to innovate in our processes to create a cigar with added flavors and considering that tobacco is hygroscopic, our cigars are aged in used barrels to achieve a special taste and aroma.
Vitola: Robusto.
Ring 52 x 5" (21mm x 127mm). Weight: 17 grams.
Wrapper: NSA. Binder: NSA. Filler: Habano and Negro SanAndrés.
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Woods. Leather.Agave.
First Third: Eucalyptus. Cardamom. Fresh wood. Liqueur.
Second Third: Liqueur. Eucalyptus. Honey. Petrichor.
Final Third: Honey. Liqueur Toasted wood. Chocolate.
Draw: Excellent.Ash: Light gray to medium. Strength: Mild.
Smoking Time: 1 hour 10 minutes.
Pairing Recommendations: BlancoTequila. ReposadoTequila.AñejoTequila. Espresso/French Press coffee. Mezcal. Bacanora.
Taba'a
Sierra Norte Cigar (Taba’a Series - Liqueur)
Seeking to innovate our processes to create a cigar with added flavors, and considering that tobacco is hygroscopic, our cigars are aged in used barrels to achieve a special taste and aroma.
Vitola: Robusto.
Ring 52 x 5" (21mm x 127mm). Weight: 17 grams.
Wrapper: NSA. Binder: NSA. Filler: Habano and Negro SanAndrés.
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Woods, licorice, liqueur
First Third: Licorice, liqueur, toasted wood.
Second Third: Wood, molasses, liqueur, clove.
Final Third: Liqueur, wood, molasses, licorice, nuts.
Draw: Excellent. Ash: Light gray to medium. Strength: Mild.
Smoking Time: 1 hour 10 minutes.
Pairing Recommendations: AñejoTequila. Espresso/French Press coffee. Mezcal. Bourbon. Whisky. Chai.
Vertex III Baji (Three)
AtYaqui Cigar, we aimed to create a format that would stand out both in Mexico and around the world. Inspired by triangular drawing pencils for their easy grip and unique design, we decided on a pressed triangular vitola with a tapered finish.This pressing method enhances the concentration of flavors, and despite its unconventional shape, it offers an excellent draw and very good ash consistency
Vitola: Baji.
Ring 52 x 6" (21mm x 152.4mm). Weight: 14.5 grams.
Wrapper: NSA. Binder: NSA. Filler: Habano and Negro SanAndrés.
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Woods. Leather. Coffee.
First Third: Toasted wood. Chocolate. Coffee.
Second Third: Wood.Toasted almond. Molasses. Coffee.
Final Third: Toasted wood.Almond. Coffee. Cocoa.
Draw: Excellent.Ash: Light gray to white. Strength: Mild.
Smoking Time: 1 hour 30 minutes.
Pairing Recommendations:BlancoTequila. ReposadoTequila.AñejoTequila. Espresso/French Press coffee. Mezcal. Bacanora.
Vertex III Baji (Three)
AtYaqui Cigar, we sought to create a format that would stand out both in Mexico and globally. Inspired by triangular drawing pencils for their easy grip and unique design, we chose a pressed triangular vitola with a tapered finish.This pressing technique enhances the concentration of flavors, and despite its unconventional shape, it offers an excellent draw and impressive ash consistency
Vitola: Baji.
Ring 52 x 6" (21mm x 152.4mm). Weight: 14.5 grams.
Wrapper: Bolero NSA/Habano. Binder: NSA. Filler: Habano, Sumatra, and Negro SanAndrés.
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Woods, licorice, liqueur.
First Third: Licorice, liqueur, toasted wood.
Second Third: Wood, molasses, liqueur, clove.
Final Third: Liqueur, wood, molasses, licorice, nuts.
Draw: Excellent. Ash: Light gray to medium. Strength: Mild.
Smoking Time: 1 hour 30 minutes.
Pairing Recommendations:AñejoTequila. Espresso/French Press coffee. Mezcal. Bourbon. Whisky Chai.
Kowi (Pigtail)
HabanoAtYaqui, we aim for our long-smoking cigars to be pleasurable and evolving throughout each smoking session.Therefore, larger formats focus more on flavor intensity rather than strength.
Vitola: Toro.
Ring 54 x 6" (21mm x 152.4mm). Weight: 16.5 grams. Finish: Pigtail.
Wrapper: Reddish Habano. Binder: NSA. Filler: Habano and Negro SanAndrés.
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Woods, leather, coffee.
First Third: Toasted wood, coffee, toasted nuts, leather
Second Third: Wood, toasted almonds, chocolate, leather, coffee.
Final Third: Toasted wood, almonds, coffee, cocoa, black pepper
Draw: Excellent. Ash: Light gray to white. Strength: Mild. Smoking Time: 1 hour 50 minutes.
Pairing Recommendations: BlancoTequila. ReposadoTequila.AñejoTequila. Espresso/French Press coffee. Mezcal. Bacanora. Whisky
Kowi (Pigtail)
MaduroAtYaqui, we aim for our long-smoking cigars to be enjoyable and evolving throughout each smoking session.That’s why larger formats emphasize flavor intensity over strength. Vitola: Toro.
Ring 54 x 6" (21mm x 152.4mm). Weight: 16.5 grams. Finish: Pigtail.
Wrapper: Maduro. Binder: NSA. Filler: Habano and Negro SanAndrés.
Tasting Notes:
Aroma: Woods, coffee.
First Third: Chocolate, molasses, nuts.
Second Third: Wood, clove, cocoa, roasted flavors.
Final Third: Black pepper, molasses, nuts, toasted wood.
Draw: Excellent. Ash: Light gray to white. Strength: Mild. Smoking Time: 1 hour 50 minutes.
Pairing Recommendations: BlancoTequila. ReposadoTequila.AñejoTequila. Espresso/French Press coffee. Mezcal. Bacanora. Whisky
