Brand: J.C. Newman Cigar Co.

J.C. Newman Cigar Co.

Founded in 1895 by Julius Caeser Newman, the J.C. Newman Cigar Company is America’s oldest family-owned premium cigar maker. Originally based in Cleveland, Ohio, where Julius rolled his first cigars by hand, the company moved to Tampa, Florida in 1954 to the iconic El Reloj factory, a landmark still proudly operating today.

For over a century, the Newman family has been dedicated to crafting exceptional cigars that represent the best of the cigar industry. Brands like Brick House, Perla Del Mar, El Baton, and Cuesta Rey have become staples for cigar smokers around the world, each offering outstanding taste, quality tobacco, and a smooth smoking experience at a great price. Whether it’s the rich, hearty flavor of Brick House and MAXIMUS cigars or the mild, creamy notes found in Diamond Crown Classic or Perla Del Mar Shade cigars, J.C. Newman cigars have something to offer every palate.

At their historic El Reloj factory in Tampa, the Newman team continues to roll cigars and even offers Factory Throwouts—premium cigars that didn’t meet strict aesthetic standards but still deliver incredible value and flavor. In addition to Tampa, J.C. Newman has a factory in Nicaragua called PENSA and partner with the Fuente family in the Dominican Republic to produce blends that reflect the company’s commitment to excellence.

From the days in Cleveland to becoming a cornerstone of American cigar culture, J.C. Newman Cigars stands as a true pioneer. Today, they not only produce premium cigars but also offer a full line of cigar accessories to enhance the smoking experience.

At LM Cigars, we are proud to offer a curated selection of J.C. Newman cigars—crafted with passion, steeped in tradition, and perfect for anyone who appreciates history, quality, and a truly smooth smoke.

What is J.C. Newman?

J.C. Newman is a large cigar manufacturer based out of Florida, Nicaragua, and the Dominican Republic. They specialize in making value premium cigars sold in boxes or bundles. J.C. Newman offers a massive, diverse portfolio of brands to choose from.

History of J.C. Newman

J.C. Newman Cigar Co. began in Cleveland, Ohio on May 5, 1895. The company was started by none other than the Hungarian Jewish immigrant Julius Caesar (“J.C.”) Newman. Seeking Tampa’s ideal climate and rich reserves of imported tobacco, the company moved its operations to a Floridian cigar factory in 1954. Ever since, the company has been internationally recognized for brands such as Diamond Crown or Cuesta-Rey. Newer brands made in a Nicaraguan sister factory, such as Brick House or Perla del Mar, have also established the brand as a powerhouse of the cigar industry. The company partnered with Arturo Fuente Cigar Co. in 1986 to produce Dominican Handmade Cigars and built a Nicaraguan factory in 2011. The company is still family owned and operated.

Tampa-made Cigars

J.C. Newman manufactures more than twelve million cigars annually using antique cigar-making machines in Tampa, Florida. These cigars are sold as premium machine-made cigars and bear a blend of finely selected Ecuadorian and Pennsylvanian wrapper tobaccos with aged Dominican and Nicaraguan short filler tobaccos. These cigars are sold in bundles or boxes of twenty or more. These brands include Factory Throwouts, Trader Jacks, and Tampa Trolleys.

Nicaraguan-made Cigars

J.C. Newman manufactures more than twenty million handmade cigars annually in its premier factory PENSA in Estelia, Nicaragua. These cigars are sold as premium handmade cigars and bear a blend of finely selected Ecuadorian, Connecticuter, Pennsylvanian, Sumatran, and Nicaraguan wrappers. These cigars are either long-filler box cigars or short-filler bundle cigars. These cigars are sold as bundles of twenty or boxes of twenty-five. These brands include El Baton, Brick House, Perla del Mar, Quorum, and Alcazar.

Dominican-made Cigars

J.C. Newman manufactures more than five million handmade cigars annually in collaboration with Arturo Fuente Cigar Co. in the Dominican Republic. These cigars are sold as premium handmade cigars and bear a blend of finely selected Ecuadorian, Connecticuter, and African Cameroon wrappers. These cigars are long-filler boxes sold in units of ten or twenty. These brands include Diamond Crown, Black Diamond, Julius Caesar, Maximus, La Unica, and Cuesta-Rey.

 

 

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