La Perla Habana

Doug Wood, founder of La Perla Habana cigars started marketing his product from the ground up. He began going around to restaurants and nightclubs, trying to find anyone who was a cigar smoker. Upon finding these people, Wood would then offer them one of his La Perla Habana cigars in hopes of getting some feedback. His hard work paid off, and La Perla Habana cigars, as well as it’s sister line, Black Pearl, have done exceedingly well in a short amount of time. When Wood entered the cigar industry in 1996, it wasn’t necessarily an ideal time for an outsider to make his name in a competitive business. His main priority was La Perla Habana cigars, but he had to work as a driver in Hollywood in order to pay the bills.

The reason why La Perla Habana cigars always did so well, according to Wood, is that the mom and pop shops gave him a chance. The retailers that couldn’t get product from the major vendors tried out his cigars and realized they were better, and more affordable. This created a buzz around La Perla Habana which resulted in it’s rise throughout the industry. In his own words, “We make cigars one at a time, and we sell cigars one box at a time.”

When Doug Wood wanted to create a cigar that he knew would represent him and his business, he decided to go to the Toraño family. He worked closely with them, and they now manufacture both his La Perla Habana cigars, as well as the Black Pearl cigars. The La Perla Habana cigars are made in Danli, Honduras at the Toraño factory. These cigars are available in a Natural wrapper, or a Maduro.

The La Perla Habana Classic utilizes a rich ‘94 Indonesian wrapper, an Ecuadorian binder, and Nicaraguan, Honduran and Dominican tobacco for the filler. It is an ideal cigar for the medium-bodied smoker that enjoys a quality smoke that has a pleasant, earthy finish and exquisite flavor. Available only in Robusto (4 3/4 x 52) and Torpedo (6 1/4 x 52) sizes, it’s a suitable cigar for any occasion.

The La Perla Habana Maduro cigar was named "the perfect evening cigar." by Playboy Magazine. Although similar to the Classic line, the La Perla Habana Maduro is for the smoker who wants something that has some strength to it. This cigar features a Brazilian Arapiraca wrapper, a Nicaraguan Habano binder, and Mexican, Dominican and Nicaraguan tobacco for the filler. Offered as either a Perfecto (5 x 51), Toro (6 x 50), or a Torpedo (6 1/4 x 52), this cigar is ideal for a night out on the town.

The Black Pearl Gran D cigar is also produced at the Toraño factory in Honduras. This cigar is a full-bodied smoke that is not for beginners. The Black Pearl Gran D uses a San Andreas Maduro wrapper, a Habano binder, and tobacco from Honduras, Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic for the filler. Offered only in two sizes: Belicoso (5 ½ x 52) and Robusto (5 1/4 x 52). For the full bodied smoker that like’s a smoke that’ll knock you off your feet, try a box of the Black Pearl Gran D today!

The Black Pearl Rojo cigar is produced at the Toraño factory in Esteli, Nicaragua and has been incredibly well received by our customers, as well as Cigar Aficionado. Black Pearl Rojo Toro was rated #1 by Cigar Aficionado & the Black Pearl Rojo Super Toro rated #1 in the world by Cigar Aficionado as well. The Black Pearl Rojo cigar is a spicy, rich, smooth and inviting medium-bodied cigar that is perfect for any occasion. The Black Pearl Rojo cigar uses a Habano Criollo wrapper, as well as Habano Criollo tobacco for the binder. The filler is made up of quality, premium Nicaraguan tobacco. This cigar is a treasure that’s been hidden for far too long, and we are excited for you to try this cigar. Pick up a box today, we promise that you’ll be asking yourself why it took you so long to climb aboard The Black Pearl.

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Doug Wood, founder of La Perla Habana cigars started marketing his product from the ground up. He began going around to restaurants and nightclubs, trying to find anyone who was a cigar smoker. Upon finding these people, Wood would then offer them one of his La Perla Habana... - More