During Intertabac 2025 in Dortmund, I made a video with Cagdas Cildir in the Oliva booth. We talked about some of Oliva’s new products and the Oliva Year of the Horse.
Oliva Cigar Company is one of the most respected names in the premium cigar industry, renowned for producing high-quality handmade cigars.
The Oliva family, involved in tobacco cultivation for generations, founded the company. Their roots in the tobacco industry can be traced back to Cuba, where the family grew tobacco before moving to Nicaragua in the 1960s following the Cuban Revolution.
Oliva cigars are crafted primarily in Nicaragua, which is renowned for its fertile soil and ideal conditions for growing rich, flavorful tobacco. The company offers a wide range of cigars, with some of its most popular lines including the Serie V, Serie G, and Serie O. The Serie V Melanio in particular has garnered international acclaim, winning multiple awards, including Cigar of the Year by Cigar Aficionado.
Oliva’s cigars are typically characterized by their rich, complex flavor profiles, ranging from medium to full-bodied, with smooth smoking experiences. They use a blend of Nicaraguan tobaccos for their fillers, often combined with wrappers from various regions, such as Ecuador or Cameroon, offering a wide array of taste experiences.
J. Cortès, a Belgian family-owned cigar business, acquired the company in 2016, but it continues to operate independently and expand its global presence.
Oliva has built a strong reputation among cigar enthusiasts for its consistency, craftsmanship, and dedication to quality.
Intertabac is the world’s largest trade fair for tobacco products and smoking accessories, held annually in Dortmund, Germany.
It brings together manufacturers, wholesalers, retailers, and industry professionals from all over the globe. The exhibition features a wide range of products, including cigars, cigarettes, pipes, e-cigarettes, vaping devices, and other related smoking paraphernalia.
Asia Marketing Services represents Oliva in the Asia-Pacific area.
