Cusano Cigars

Michael Chiusano started Cusano during the mid-1990s Boom, bringing his personal blend from the Dominican Republic to a market hungry for quality leaf. Adding Hendrik Kelner to the mix helped source top-tier Dominican tobacco and refine the original recipe, while the introduction of Ecuadorian wrapper created the popular Cusano Corojo line.

When the Boom went bust, Cusano stayed standing by focusing on handmade quality at affordable prices. That formula worked, earning loyalty from smokers who wanted solid Dominican cigars without premium pricing. Even the budget-friendly Celebrity bundles like CC and M1 kept the brand relevant through changing markets.

Today, Cusano cigars still deliver well-aged Dominican fillers and a variety of wrapper options. For smokers who appreciate recession-proof value and consistent construction, Cusano remains a go-to. The brand proved it could outlast trends by sticking to what works.