Avowed Cigars is a new cigar company entering the market. It is partnering with Klaas Kelner‘s Kelner Cigars S.A.S. factory to introduce three new blends: The Vow, New Dawn, and Awakening. Andrew Considine and Dave West, both well-known for their work with Small Batch Cigars, are responsible for sales, outreach, and design at Avowed.

“It’s been a pleasure laboring with Klaas Kelner to fulfill both of our dreams and creating a shared legacy. A legacy of opportunity that provides for untold amounts of individuals and families. I hope that every time you enjoy one of our creations, you are transported to a realm of possibility, reflection, and inspiration just like I am,” commented Andrew Considine in a press release.

“Avowed Cigars is a living story that we hope never reaches a conclusion. We arranged the first letters on a page, gave it a title, and introduced the characters. Then we partnered with the best of the best to bring our vision to life, guaranteeing that exceptional tobacco is worked by expert hands at every step of our journey. And now, we humbly invite you to take the next step with us,” added Dave West.

Klaas Kelner said, “I’m truly delighted to be working alongside the team behind Avowed Cigars! From the very first day we talked about my vision for Kelner Cigars, S.A.S., their belief and support has been unwavering. These gentlemen possess a rare combination of big-picture imagination and careful attention to fine details, always prioritizing the retail and consumer experience. The trust they’ve placed in my team and me is a responsibility that I take to heart, and I’m dedicated to fulfilling that charge time and time again to meet their exacting standards for every Avowed cigar.”

The company also said operations, fulfillment, and customer success are being managed by Ammar Tabbaa, his son Ryan Tabbaa, Ben Christofferson, and Kent Wiedel.

At a glance, here is a look at the three cigars from Avowed Cigars:

The Vow

The Vow is a cigar blend that has been aged for 18 months at Kelner’s factory and is rolled by a single pair of artisans. This blend features an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper and binder, complemented by a mix of Piloto Cubano, Criollo ’98, Corojo ’99, and San Vicente fillers. Two sizes are available: 6.29 (6 x 50) and 7.05 (6 x 48). The thicker 6.29 size includes Cotui in the filler, which Avowed claims provides a “delicate sweetness.” In contrast, the 7.05 size is designed to deliver a more intense flavor. Each size is sold in ten-count boxes, with prices ranging from $17.00 to $19.00 SRP.

Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano
Binder: Ecuadorian Habano
Filler: Piloto Cubano, Criollo ’98, Corojo ’99, and San Vicente; Cotui (6.29 size only)
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Factory: Kelner Cigars S.A.S.

6.29: 6 x 50 (SRP $19.00/cigar)
7.05: 6 x 48 (SRP $17.00/cigar)

New Dawn

 

New Dawn is a project that came about after the Avowed Cigar team described their ideal all-day cigar to Klaas. From that point, Klaas set out to create a single blend to deliver that experience.

The New Dawn uses an A.S.P. Dark Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper that is aged twice as long as most Connecticut wrappers. In addition, the blend uses an Ecuadorian Habano binder. The fillers feature San Vicente, Criollo ’98, and Piloto Cubano. The cigars come in two sizes: Robusto Grande (5 x 54) and Toro (6 x 52). Each size comes in 15-count boxes. Pricing ranges from $16.00 to $17.00 SRP.

Wrapper: Dark Ecuadorian Connecticut (from A.S.P.)
Binder: Ecuadorian Habano
Filler: San Vicente, Criollo ’98, Piloto Cubano
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Factory: Kelner Cigars S.A.S.

Robusto Grande: 5 x 54 (SRP $16.00/cigar)
Toro: 6 x 52 (SRP $17.00/cigar)

Awakening

 

Finally, the Awakening is a limited edition release of 2,000 boxes. Awakening uses an Ecuadorian Hybrid wrapper (also called Capa Marron) that was last grown a decade ago. Avowed says, “Because once the last Awakening is enjoyed, this wrapper leaf will only exist in memory.”

The blend is also described as “ligero heavy.” In addition to an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, the fillers are a mix of Piloto Cubano, San Vicente, Criollo 98, and Pennsylvania tobaccos. Awakening comes in one size—a 5 1/2 x 52 Gran Robusto presented in ten-count boxes. This is an ultra-premium offering at $30.00 SRP per cigar.

Wrapper: Ecuadorian Hybrid (Capa Marron)
Binder: Ecuadorian Habano
Filler: Piloto Cubano, San Vicente, Criollo 98, Pennsylvania
Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
Factory: Kelner Cigars S.A.S.

Gran Robusto: 5 1/2 x 52

Photo Credits: Supplied by Avowed Cigars