Do you ship cigars nationwide in the United States?

Yes. Sun of a Gun Cigars ships premium cigars to all 50 US states using humidity-controlled packaging with Boveda packs included. Orders over $99 ship free. Most orders arrive in 3–7 business days after handling.

How do you ship cigars without them drying out?

Every cigar order from Sun of a Gun Cigars ships with Boveda 69% relative humidity packs and is sealed in moisture-retentive packaging. Cigars arrive at the same humidity they left our walk-in humidor in Yuma, Arizona.

Are your Opus X and Padron cigars authentic?

Yes. Sun of a Gun Cigars is a direct authorized retailer for Arturo Fuente (including Opus X and Lost City), Padron, Drew Estate (including Liga Privada), God of Fire, Ashton, Diamond Crown, My Father, AJ Fernandez, La Flor Dominicana, Oliva, J.C. Newman, and El Septimo. We never sell counterfeit cigars — every product is sourced directly from the manufacturer or authorized distributors.

How do I get notified when rare cigars like Opus X Lost City are back in stock?

On any out-of-stock product page, enter your email in the "Notify Me" box to be alerted when that specific product returns. Allocated releases like Opus X Lost City, Padron Family Reserve, and God of Fire often sell out within hours, so we recommend signing up early.

Do you offer free shipping?

Yes. All Sun of a Gun Cigars orders over $99 ship free within the United States. Orders under $99 ship at a flat rate of $8.99 with humidity-safe packaging included.

How old must I be to order cigars?

You must be 21 years or older to purchase any tobacco product from Sun of a Gun Cigars. Age verification is required at checkout and again on delivery (adult signature required for all shipments per federal tobacco shipping regulations).

Can I visit your cigar lounge in Yuma, Arizona?

Yes — Sun of a Gun Cigars operates a walk-in cigar lounge with the largest humidor in Yuma, Arizona at 1651 S Arizona Ave. We are open Sunday–Wednesday 9 AM to 11 PM and Thursday–Saturday 9 AM to 1 AM. Smoke on premises, enjoy fine spirits and craft cocktails, and shop the full humidor in person.

What is your return policy on cigars?

Each return or exchange case is handled individually due to the nature of tobacco products. If a cigar arrives damaged or with construction defects, contact sales@sunofaguncigars.com or call (928) 276-3500 within 7 days of delivery. The customer is responsible for return postage and any applicable restocking fee.

What is the best cigar for beginners?

The Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story is the best beginner cigar — mild to medium body, excellent construction, real flavor without overwhelming strength, under $12 per stick.

What is the best full-body cigar?

The Liga Privada No. 9 Toro is our top pick for full-body cigars — dark, rich, complex, with espresso, dark chocolate, and cherry notes.

What is the best cigar under $15?

The Padron 3000 Maduro is consistently one of the best values in the industry — Nicaraguan puro, dark maduro wrapper, full of dark chocolate and earth.

What is the best cigar as a gift?

Cohiba Red Dot is the best gift cigar — the name carries enormous recognition value outside the cigar community and communicates prestige without requiring expertise.

The Best Cigars to Smoke in 2025 — Our Picks By Category

katherineesp08
4 days ago
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We're a cigar shop in Yuma, Arizona. We smoke what we sell. These are honest recommendations based on years of firsthand experience with the brands and blends we stock — not sponsored lists, not algorithmic rankings.

Best Cigar for Beginners

Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story: Mild to medium, figurado shape, excellent construction, real flavor without strength. Under $12 per stick. This is the cigar we recommend to everyone who walks in our door and says they want to try a really good cigar for the first time.

Runner-up: Padron Damaso No. 15, Montecristo White Robusto

Best Full-Body Cigar

Liga Privada No. 9 Toro: Dark, rich, complex — the best full-body smoke you can buy at its price point. Espresso, dark chocolate, cherry. 90 minutes of an experience that never gets boring.

Runner-up: Padron Family Reserve No. 85, Arturo Fuente Don Carlos No. 4

Best Cigar Under $15

Padron 3000 Maduro: Consistently great. Nicaraguan puro, dark Connecticut Broadleaf maduro wrapper, full of dark chocolate and earth. One of the best values in the entire industry.

Runner-up: Arturo Fuente Gran Reserva, Montecristo Yellow

Best Rare / Special Occasion Cigar

Arturo Fuente Opus X Robusto: The benchmark for rare, limited-production premium cigars. If you've never smoked one, it needs to be on your list.

Runner-up: Padron Family Reserve, Liga Privada Unico Serie

Best Gift Cigar

Cohiba Red Dot (5-pack or box): The name does the work. Every non-cigar-smoker has heard of Cohiba. A 5-pack of Red Dots in a gift bag is an instantly impressive present for the right occasion.

Runner-up: Arturo Fuente Hemingway 5-pack, Padron 1964 Anniversary 5-pack

Best Maduro Cigar

Padron 1964 Anniversary Exclusivo Maduro: The most balanced, elegant maduro on the market at any price. Dark wrapper, four years of age, impeccable construction. Proof that maduro doesn't have to mean aggressive.

Runner-up: Liga Privada No. 9, Davidoff Winston Churchill Maduro

Best Infused Cigar

ACID Kuba Kuba: If you're going to smoke an infused cigar, smoke the one that defined the category. Sweet, aromatic, botanical, consistent.

Runner-up: Acid Blondie for a shorter smoke.

Shop Our Full Collection

Browse everything we carry: Arturo Fuente, Opus X, Padron, Liga Privada, Cohiba, ACID, Montecristo, Davidoff, and all cigars. Free shipping on orders over $99. Ships nationwide.