The Tradecraft Story

Founded by Robert and Gary Blumenthal—fourth and fifth generation cigarmen—Tradecraft Cigars is deeply rooted in premium cigar history. The Blumenthal family has been at the helm of the Tinder Box franchise brand for over 45 years, while their legacy stretches even further back as co-owners of the Villazon brand, home to legendary names such as Punch and Hoyo de Monterrey, and builders of the iconic HATSA Factory in Honduras.

Tradecraft Cigars pays homage to the artisans who have carried forward the timeless tradition of cigar making. The brand name itself evokes both craftsmanship and the mystique of tradecraft—honoring not only the cigar makers’ skill but also the intrigue of history’s greatest craftsmen, cultures, and even elements of espionage.

The ethos of Tradecraft is simple yet uncompromising: collaborate with today’s most talented boutique cigar makers to create blends of extraordinary complexity, full flavor, and impeccable construction, using the finest aged tobaccos. Each cigar is designed to be instantly recognizable and unmistakably unique.

When you light up a Tradecraft cigar, you’re not just smoking—you’re partaking in a legacy built on generations of expertise, innovation, and reverence for the craft.