Avowed Cigars consists of a dynamic team that has worked together for decades and is known for their ability to conquer challenges and exceed expectations. Andrew Considine and Dave West will spearhead sales, outreach, and design. Operations, fulfillment, and customer success will be expertly managed by Ammar Tabbaa, his son Ryan Tabbaa, Ben Christofferson, and Kent Wiedel.
If some of the names are familiar, Andrew and Dave are known through their online customers at Small Batch Cigar and for those in California you can find them at Maxamar Ultimate Cigars.
Avowed is committed to providing a modern and efficient distribution experience for its Retail Partners. Building on years of expertise, the team created an intuitive retail portal that streamlines ordering, shipping, digital assets, early access opportunities, and more. In addition, Avowed has established a buy-back program and guarantees same-day shipping for orders placed before 6 PM EST, Monday through Friday.
Avowed cigars are proudly handcrafted at Klaas Kelner’s factory in the Dominican Republic, a testament of the brand’s dedication to quality, tradition, and innovation. The Kelner crest is prominently displayed in every box of Avowed cigars symbolizing this historic partnership and the shared pursuit of excellence.
According to Klaas Kelner, “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.”
From its inception, Avowed prioritized collaborating with the best in the industry, recognizing the Kelner family’s significant legacy in cultivating exceptional tobacco and crafting extraordinary cigars. Partnering with true artisans ensures that every Avowed cigar is a masterpiece of flavor and construction that echoes generations of expertise.
According to Andrew Considine, “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.”
“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.
The brand which is invite only for retailers consists of three lines over multiple sizes.
The Avowed Team was on the ground within days of the Kelner Cigars, S.A.S. factory opening with the intent to create a truly gourmet cigar experience that exceeds expectations in every way. Each vitola was given their full attention and blended separately. The vitola name marks the date that it was approved and commissioned with their vow to take it into the world and see it prosper.
To make The Vow extraordinary, each size was extensively aged for at least 18 months after production. And only one pair of rollers were tasked with bringing each size to life, ensuring a more consistent experience.
The Vow
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano
Binder: Ecuadorian Habano
Filler: Piloto Cubano, Criollo 98, Corojo 99, San Vicente, Cotuí (6.29 Toro only)
Production: Ongoing
Box: 10-ct
Strength: Medium
Sizes:
7.05 Corona Gorda (6 x 48) MSRP: $17.00
6.29 Toro (6 x 50) MSRP: $19.00
During a trip to Kelner Cigars SAS to check on production, the team described their ideal all-day cigar to Klaas Kelner. From an abundance of skill, Klaas prepared one blend and one blend only. The team quickly became enamored with this blend, naming it New Dawn because in one moment, the sun had set on an epoch and gave way to a New Dawn.
Each New Dawn is wrapped with the highest grade of dark Ecuadorian Connecticut wrappers from A.S.P. and aged for twice the usual time to create a heightened experience for the discerning connoisseur.
In the future a 3rd released will be added as a limited edition called 6.29 Higher Calling. While there are no details, perhaps this a version utilizing a higher priming? Time will tell…
New Dawn
Wrapper: Dark Ecuadorian Connecticut
Binder: Ecuadorian Habano
Filler: Piloto Cubano, Criollo 98, San Vicente
Production: Ongoing
Box: 15-ct
Strength: Mild-Medium
Sizes:
Robusto Grande (5 x 54) MSRP: $16.00
Toro (6 x 52) MSRP: $17.00
Awakening features the very last of a highly revered wrapper leaf for one final flavor expedition. Each tobacco was carefully selected to highlight the unique nature of this wrapper, simultaneously providing a nostalgic yet novel cigar experience. Because once the last Awakening is enjoyed, this wrapper leaf will only exist in memory.
Awakening’s famed wrapper leaf (an Ecuadorian Hybrid) was affectionately referred to as Capa Marron internally and was last grown almost a decade ago. Each limited-edition Awakening was then carefully aged after production to allow the ligero-heavy tobaccos to marry and provide an experience worthy of one last farewell. And once again, production was restricted to just one pair of rollers from start to finish.
Awakening
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Hybrid
Binder: Ecuadorian Habano
Filler Piloto Cubano, San Vicente, Criollo 98, Pennsylvania
Production: 2,000 boxes
Box: 10-ct
Size: Gran Robusto 5 ½ x 52
MSRP: $30.00
Strength: Medium+
Avowed Cigars premieres in select cigar lounges February 2025 with The Vow, New Dawn, and limited-edition Awakening. Avowed has already begun shipping to the first Retail Partners:
BLEND Bar Cigar
En Fuego Cigars
Hemingway
Hi-Time Wine Cellars
Humidor Lounge
Lake Country Cigars
Maxamar Ultimate Cigars
Morgan Hill Wine and Cigar
More invitations are currently in transit. For an updated list of Retail Partners, please visit https://www.avowedcigars.com/locations
