Foundation Cigars

Foundation Cigars, founded by master blender Nicholas Melillo in 2015, is a boutique company dedicated to small-batch premium cigars that combine old‑world tradition with modern artistry, headquartered in Connecticut and handcrafted primarily in Nicaragua.

Flagship lines like El Güegüense (The Wise Man), The Tabernacle, Charter Oak, Highclere Castle, and newer series such as Aksum and Senetjer showcase carefully selected Nicaraguan, Honduran, and Connecticut tobaccos, delivering profiles that range from wallet‑friendly, mild‑to‑medium Connecticut Shade to rich, full‑bodied Broadleaf and Corojo blends packed with earth, cocoa, spice, and natural sweetness.

Enthusiasts reach for Foundation Cigar Company when they want story‑driven branding, complex flavor, and impeccably crafted cigars that honor cigar culture, history, and terroir in every blend.