New Cuba

New Cuba is a premium yet affordable cigar line that represents the evolution of traditional Cuban cigar-making techniques in the New World. Produced by Casa Fernandez (now Aganorsa Leaf), one of Nicaragua's largest tobacco suppliers, New Cuba brings 'the best of the old country' with handcrafted cigars made in traditional Cuban style by Cuban Masters. The brand offers exceptional value by delivering premium smoking experiences at accessible price points, featuring three popular wrapper styles—Corojo, Maduro, and Connecticut—that deliver a level of flavor unheard of for the price. New Cuba stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Cuban tobacco traditions, now flourishing in Nicaragua's volcanic soils.

Background

The New Cuba brand dates back to when Aganorsa Leaf was known as Casa Fernandez, reflecting the company's deep roots in traditional tobacco cultivation and cigar manufacturing. Casa Fernandez, one of the biggest suppliers of Nicaraguan tobacco in the industry who made the move from Honduras to Miami, established themselves as one of the leading names in the cigar industry by leveraging Nicaragua's black volcanic soils and tropical climate. The brand was created to honor the Cuban heritage of cigar-making while adapting to modern production capabilities in Central America. Casa Fernandez became one of the largest growers of tobacco in Nicaragua, selling their tobacco to many of today's leading brands while creating their own outstanding cigars, including the New Cuba line with its distinctive 'Cuban-sandwich' blend of Nicaraguan tobaccos. The brand has evolved over time, with Aganorsa taking the brand to a new level at the 2023 trade show with enhanced offerings like the New Cuba Superior line.

History

Casa Fernandez established themselves as a major force in the cigar industry by moving from Honduras to Miami and becoming one of the biggest suppliers of Nicaraguan tobacco, leveraging Nicaragua's ideal growing conditions. The New Cuba brand emerged as part of their effort to create affordable premium cigars that honored traditional Cuban manufacturing techniques. The brand has long been a staple of Aganorsa Leaf's portfolio as a dependable, everyday bundled brand that delivers a solid cigar for an excellent price point. The evolution continued with the introduction of enhanced lines like New Cuba Superior, demonstrating the brand's commitment to continuous improvement while maintaining its core value proposition.

Reputation

New Cuba cigars are recognized for bearing maximum flavor from seed to ash, offering handcrafted premium cigars made in traditional Cuban style by Cuban Masters at bundle prices—a combination that doesn't often occur in the market. The brand has earned respect as a premium smoke that doesn't deliver a hard hit to the wallet, backed by the reputation of Casa Fernandez as one of Nicaragua's largest tobacco growers. New Cuba cigars are praised for offering premium smoking experiences at affordable price points, representing excellent value in handcrafted cigars that maintain traditional Cuban-style construction. The brand has built a loyal following among both newcomers to premium cigars and experienced enthusiasts who appreciate quality at accessible prices.