The one that started it all. Nicaraguan cigars are all the rage these days, but when the Joya de Nicaragua factory opened in 1964, the country wasn’t even on the map. Through the next few decades, warfare and turmoil put the factory’s existence in constant doubt. But the factory – and the brand – persevered.

Joya de Nicaragua’s Antano is the quintessential Nicaraguan puro. As JdN’s original blend, this one is loaded with a potent core of Nicaraguan tobacco and finished with a dark, oily Nicaraguan Criollo wrapper. Smooth and balanced, Antano remains full-bodied throughout. This is one you’ll definitely want to fire up on a full stomach. Pair with bourbon for best results.