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Ten Short Cigars for Cold Weather at Oxford Cigar Company
Ten Short Cigars for Cold Weather at Oxford Cigar Company
Compact smokes that deliver premium flavor when the temperature dips
Winter weather demands a strategic approach to cigar enjoyment. When frosty winds blow, and temperatures plunge, few smokers want to spend an hour or more on the patio nursing a Churchill. The solution? Reach for a shorter vitola that delivers big flavor in a compact package. Here at Oxford Cigar Company, we’ve assembled ten exceptional short-format cigars currently available—including standout selections from boutique favorites Smoking Jacket, Casdagli, and Curivari alongside legendary names like Arturo Fuente and Padron—each perfect for quick cold-weather sessions without sacrificing quality.
Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story (4″ x 48)
The Short Story is a legendary cigar that has earned accolades for decades. This perfecto-shaped smoke from the Fuente family features a Cameroon wrapper delivering sweet cedar, spice, and dried fruit notes in a format designed for quick enjoyment. The unique shape provides excellent flavor concentration during its 30-40 minute smoke time—arguably the gold standard for short cold-weather cigars.
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Smoking Jacket Mini Henkie (4″ x 44, from $143.99/box)
A customer favorite rated 4.86 out of 5 stars, the Mini Henkie is the compact version of Smoking Jacket’s acclaimed Henkie blend. This Dominican-made gem features tobaccos from the Kelner farm in Monte Plata combined with Dominican Piloto and a beautiful Dominican Cotuí wrapper. Expect creamy, refined flavors with excellent complexity in a format that smokes in under 45 minutes.
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Casdagli Basilica C #3 (from $14.48)
Rated 4.57 out of 5 stars by Oxford customers, the Basilica C #3 features a Brazilian Cubra wrapper over a double binder of Nicaraguan Condega and Dominican H192. The filler combines Dominican Havana Vuelta Seco with other premium leaves for a complex, medium-full experience with notes of earth, chocolate, and subtle sweetness. A standout selection for discerning palates.
Curivari Buenaventura Maduro (from $4.99)
One of the highest-rated Curivari offerings at 4.89 out of 5 stars, the Buenaventura Maduro delivers exceptional value in its smaller vitolas. The maduro wrapper provides rich, sweet notes of cocoa and coffee that warm the palate on frigid days. At under five dollars per stick, this is proof that great cigars don’t have to break the bank.
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Padron Family Reserve No. 95 (from $32.10)
The Padron Family Reserve represents some of the finest tobacco Nicaragua has to offer. Available in both Natural and Maduro, this 5 1/2″ x 50 robusto delivers exceptional construction and complex flavors of cocoa, coffee, and earth. The limited aging and premium tobaccos justify the investment for a special cold-weather treat when you want something truly memorable.
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Smoking Jacket Favoritos (from $9.90)
Another beloved short smoke from the Smoking Jacket portfolio, the Favoritos offers a perfecto shape that concentrates flavors beautifully. Rated 4.33 out of 5 stars, this cigar delivers medium-bodied notes of cedar, cream, and a touch of spice. The tapered foot means easy lighting even in breezy conditions—a practical advantage during winter smokes.
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Casdagli Traditional Line Robusto (from $16.90)
Rated a perfect 5 out of 5 stars by Oxford customers, this robusto format showcases Jeremy Casdagli’s blending expertise in a manageable size. The Traditional Line delivers balanced, refined flavors that have earned it devoted followers. An excellent introduction to the Casdagli portfolio for newcomers or a reliable go-to for longtime fans.
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Curivari Buenaventura Favoritos Connecticut (from $4.50)
For an incredibly wallet-friendly cold-weather smoke, look no further than Curivari’s Buenaventura Favoritos Connecticut. Rated 4.25 out of 5 stars, this small-format cigar delivers mild, creamy flavors with a smooth Connecticut wrapper. At this price point, you won’t feel guilty if the cold cuts your session short—grab a 5-pack for just $21.50 and keep several in your coat pocket.
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Plasencia Alma Fuerte Colorado Claro Robusto Corto (from $14.99)
For those who prefer fuller-bodied smokes, the Alma Fuerte Robusto Corto delivers bold Nicaraguan tobacco wrapped in a beautiful Colorado Claro leaf. Expect rich notes of dark chocolate, espresso, and pepper in a format that burns efficiently in chilly conditions. This box-pressed beauty packs a serious punch in a manageable size.
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Romeo y Julieta 1875 Mini Red Cigarillo Tin ($15.99/tin of 20)
When the cold is truly brutal, and you need a 10-minute escape, these hand-rolled mini cigarillos deliver. At under three inches, they’re the ultimate cold-weather convenience. The Connecticut wrapper provides classic Romeo y Julieta creaminess with notes of chocolate and cedar. The 20-count tin keeps them fresh and portable—toss one in your pocket for spontaneous winter smoking without the commitment of a full-sized cigar.
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