El Habano Moderno Book
El Habano Moderno: A Collector’s Guide to Cuban Cigars in the Modern Era is a compelling new title authored by renowned Cuban cigar specialist Alexander Groom.
The definitive book on Cuban cigars of the modern era, El Habano Moderno is a comprehensive, beautifully illustrated collector’s guide presented in two parts. The first part gives a brief overview of the history of the Cuban cigar, along with detailed analysis of the various details and methods that can be used to date and authenticate Cuban cigars of any time period.
The second part presents detailed information on each and every release of Cuban cigar produced in the modern era, beginning in the early 2000s. It includes detailed information on more than 1,000 cigars, illustrated with high-quality photographic illustrations (most of which were created especially for this work). This section also includes important details related to packaging, sizes, and release dates and quantities.
The beautiful Collector’s Edition is presented in two volumes, each bound in linen and with tipped-on volume markings in the style of the desirable ‘diplomatic’ bands seen on certain rare cigars. These volumes feature crisp debossing and gold foil, as befits a luxury product such as this. The two volumes are presented in a dress-style ‘cigar’ box. The 2nd Edition of the book incorporates updates through 2023. The dress box for the 2nd edition is a vivid red and blue, and the linen cover a salmon tone.
Cuban cigars are globally esteemed for several reasons:
1. They benefit from fertile volcanic soil and a favorable climate, particularly in regions like Vuelta Abajo, which enhance their unique flavors.
2. Skilled torcedores craft each cigar by hand, preserving traditional methods.
3. Only 100% hand-selected, high-quality tobacco leaves are used, resulting in distinct flavor profiles.
4. Their rich, complex flavors, further developed through aging, attract a wide range of smokers.
5. Cuban cigars are viewed as prestigious, with a romantic history affected by U.S. trade embargoes.
6. Limited production increases their exclusivity and desirability.
7. A passionate community of collectors enhances their reputation.
These factors together affirm Cuban cigars as some of the finest in the world, appealing to both casual and serious smokers.
