Brand: West Tampa Tobacco Co.

What is West Tampa?

West Tampa Tobacco Co. is a new brand in the large cigar industry that was founded by Master Blender Rick Rodriguez. The seed for West Tampa Tobacco Company was planted in 1953, when Rick Rodriguez’s grandparents, both highly respected master cigar rollers, heeded the call of the U.S. They left behind the glamour of Havana for U.S. shores, seeking to capitalize on the booming cigar business of West Tampa, Florida. The Rodríguezes made the U.S. their home and worked hard to provide for their family, never giving up on their craft, even when times were tough.

Their love of tobacco skipped a generation, gathering momentum when it was awakened in their beloved grandson Rick. Growing up in West Tampa, in the shadow of the once-bustling cigar factories, taught Rick the value of hard work and instilled in him grit and determination.

His grandparent’s stories of Havana and Cuban cigars in their heyday were never far from Rick’s mind. So, when the opportunity to work in the cigar business knocked, Rick was quick to answer. He soon found himself studying at the right hand of industry legends, most notably Benji Menendez who freely transferred his knowledge to Rick. Decades later, Rick was recognized as a cigar master in his own right. Always striving for more, Rick has taken a bold step to establish West Tampa Tobacco Company, to simply offer the finest handcrafted cigars, created with hard work, gratitude, and a profound respect for tradition. West Tampa cigars are extremely flavorful and well-constructed handmade cigars.

Types of West Tampa Cigars

If you’re looking for premium cigars with bold flavor and a story behind every blend, West Tampa Cigars should be at the top of your list. Founded by master blender Rick Rodriguez, West Tampa Cigar Company has quickly become one of the most talked-about boutique brands in the industry. Their lineup includes the West Tampa White, West Tampa Black, the limited West Tampa Attic Series, and the collaboration West Tampa Circle of Life. Each cigar is crafted with passion, quality tobaccos, and a commitment to delivering a memorable smoking experience.

West Tampa White Cigars
The West Tampa White cigar is the flagship blend of West Tampa Cigars. Wrapped in a silky “Habano Light Pink” wrapper and packed with rich Nicaraguan fillers, West Tampa White offers a smooth, medium-bodied smoke with creamy and flavorful notes.

When you open a box of West Tampa White, you’ll notice the attention to detail in the packaging, which tells the story of Rick Rodriguez’s journey in the cigar world. The bold band and stunning wrapper make this cigar as beautiful as it is delicious.

Available Sizes: Robusto, Toro, Gigante (6 x 60).

West Tampa Black Cigars
The West Tampa Black cigar delivers a bold and complex experience for those who crave a full-flavored smoke. Featuring a dark Habano Maduro wrapper and filled with Condega Viso and Esteli Ligero, West Tampa Black brings rich spice, earth, and cocoa notes with a smooth finish.

Rick Rodriguez has blended West Tampa Black to satisfy both seasoned aficionados and adventurous new smokers. It’s a must-have for anyone building a premium cigar collection or stocking their humidor.

Available Sizes: Robusto, Toro, Gigante (6 x 60).

West Tampa Attic Series Cigars
For collectors and enthusiasts, the West Tampa Attic Series is one of the most exciting limited releases from West Tampa Cigars. This series features unique blends that Rick Rodriguez has been saving for decades, locked away in his “Attic.”

The debut Attic Series cigar is a medium-to-full-bodied masterpiece crafted with a rich Mexican San Andrés Maduro wrapper and premium Nicaraguan binder and filler. Only 2,000 boxes were released for the U.S. market, making this a rare find for cigar lovers who enjoy discovering exclusive blends.

West Tampa Circle of Life Cigars
The West Tampa Circle of Life cigar is a collaboration between Rick Rodriguez and the legendary Ernesto Perez-Carrillo. This medium-bodied cigar symbolizes the past, present, and future of West Tampa Tobacco Company, offering a complex flavor profile with impeccable construction.

Circle of Life is an excellent choice for those who appreciate innovation in cigar blending and want to experience a one-of-a-kind creation from two of the industry’s best-known blenders.

Why Choose West Tampa Cigars?
Whether you’re a casual smoker or a long-time aficionado, West Tampa Cigars offer a premium smoking experience that is both approachable and refined. From the creamy and smooth White, to the bold and spicy Black, to the rare Attic Series, there’s a West Tampa blend for every palate.

If you want to explore one of the fastest-growing boutique cigar brands, now is the time to add West Tampa Cigars to your humidor.