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Villiger 1888 Nicaragua6.3CigarScore

CigarScore6.3

Good

12 critics · high confidence

Critic
Cigar Aficionado9.29/10
Halfwheel6.80/10
Developing Palates7.14/10
Smokers3.5(25)
Villiger Cigars

Villiger Cigars 1888 Nicaragua

Medium StrengthOrigin: NicaraguaWrapper: Nicaraguan Habano
Notes:EarthBaking SpicesFloralCedarLeather

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Holt's

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$5.00/ cigar

$99.95 for 20

Villiger 1888 Robusto

Robusto · 4.88″ × 50 · Nicaraguan Habano

2.8(4)
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Cigar Country

In Stock

$5.25/ cigar

$104.95 for 20$210.00

Villiger 1888 Robusto Bundle

Robusto · 4.88″ × 50 · Nicaraguan Habano

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Holt's

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$5.25/ cigar

$104.95 for 20

Villiger 1888 Toro

Toro · 6.00″ × 50 · Nicaraguan Habano

2.8(4)
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Cigar Country

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$5.50/ cigar

$109.95 for 20$220.00

Villiger 1888 Toro Bundle

Toro · 6.00″ × 50 · Nicaraguan Habano

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JR Cigars

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$5.65/ cigar

$112.99 for 20$182.80

Villiger 1888 Nicaragua — Coronita (Box of 20)

Corona · 5.25″ × 43 · Nicaraguan Habano

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JR Cigars

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$6.10/ cigar

$121.99 for 20$199.60

Villiger 1888 Nicaragua — Robusto (Box of 20)

Robusto · 5.00″ × 50 · Nicaraguan Habano

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Editorial reviews

33 reviews · top score 94

94pts

Villiger 1888 Nicaragua Toro

Stogie Press · Aug 5, 2023

Originally released in 2022 for the German and Swiss cigar markets, the Villiger 1888 Nicaragua was introduced to the USA at the 2023 PCA trade show. The blend is described as: The Villiger 1888 Nicaragua is expressed in 3 vitolas, each packaged in elegant dark blue 20-count cabinet boxes. The Villiger 1888 Nicaragua is hand Read more about Cigar Review: Villiger 1888 Nicaragua Toro – Rated 94[…]

Nicaragua toro · 5.75″ × 43

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93pts

Villiger 1888 Gran Reserva Toro

Cigar Aficionado · Jun 10, 2025 · Cigar Insider

Dark and softly pressed, this cigar resembles a candy bar. A core of leather and espresso bean are given detail and dimension by notes of anise, almond biscotti, chocolate and caramel before a nougat-like finish. It draws well with mostly even combustion.

Toro · 6.00″ × 54 · Medium-Full · Nicaragua

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92pts

Villiger 1888 Nicaragua

Cigar Snob · Jan 8, 2024

Villiger has been playing the long game in the US for several years but there was a noticeable step-up since opening the Villiger de Nicaragua factory in Estelí in late 2021. The factory, a joint venture with Joya de Nicaragua, has paid early dividends with high-flying releases like Villiger de Nicaragua Limited Edition and now the Villiger 1888 Nicaragua.

Toro · 6.00″ × 50 · Nicaragua

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90pts

Villiger 1888 Torpedo

Cigar Journal · Mar 26, 2025 · Cigar Journal’s Best Buy Cigars Of The Year 2024

Torpedo · 6.00″ × 52 · DOM.REP.

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90pts

Villiger 1888

Leaf Enthusiast · Jan 9, 2017

The Villiger 1888 represents a new start for a very old and familiar brand

Robusto · 4.88″ × 50

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90pts

Villiger 1888 Robusto

Cigar Coop · Dec 29, 2016

Recently Villiger North America has announced it was re-introducing the Villiger 1888 line into the U.S. market. The Villiger 1888 was introduced several years ago as a limited production offering to commemorate the Swiss-based company’s 120th anniversary (1888 represents the year the family-owned company was founded). The line is now back – keeping the blend intact […] Key flavors: Floral, Chocolate, Baker’s Spice, Cedar, Fruit.

Corona · 6.00″ × 43 · Medium · Dominican Republic

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89pts

Villiger 1888 Nicaragua Gordo

Halfwheel · Aug 15, 2024 · May 1, 2024

Based on the three cigars I smoked, the Villiger 1888 Nicaragua Gordo is unlikely to be in the running for any sort of Top 25 list that rewards complexity of flavor. It’s a very earthy profile that has many secondary flavors that only accentuate the earthiness. That can make for a very monotonous experience, though it’s not a bad one. As much as it lacked dynamic contrasts or changes, it was remarkably consistent and easy to smoke. While our scoring system does not prioritize things like approachability and consistency, many consumers do. For better and worse, I’m unlikely to remember this cigar other than for its lack of fuss. But if you are looking for a 6 x 60 that isn’t going to demand your attention while smoking it, this seems like a solid option.

Gordo · 6.00″ × 60 · Nicaragua

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88pts

Villiger 1888 Nicaragua Churchill

Kaplowitz · Jun 10, 2024

Citrus | White & pink peppercorn | Egg cream Beachy. All sandy and sunny and salty. That brightness is in part a somewhat medicinal clinging citrus. Peachy, too. Suede, thinly, and chicken coop distantly. Slight oatiness. Traces of Cayenne. Spicy but sweetly and not aggressively. Did I say medicinal clinging citrus? Seems I did. Egg cream. Draws well and smooth. Fairly lush and quite plush mouth-feel for being so high and bright. Ash grows well and long. Stack a' dimes. Burn-line isn't dead-even

Churchill · 7.00″ × 47 · Medium · Nicaragua

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87pts

Villiger 1888

Kohnhed · Jan 31, 2017

Wrapper: Ecuadorian Binder: Mexican Filler: Dominican, Nicaraguan Size: 4.875 x 50 Robusto Strength: Medium Price: $5.95 Today we take a look at the new Villiger 1888. I’ve added Part 2 of the Stew…

Robusto · 4.88″ × 50 · Medium

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69pts

VILLIGER 1888 NICARAGUA

Comedy Cigars Music · Jul 23, 2023

The retrohale has some roasted nuts, leaning more towards cashews and peanuts, and some suede. Leather, coffee, and celery melt into the finish and fade cleanly.The draw shows the slightest bit of resistance. Good smoke output.Mowed the lawn today. That was excit

Toro · 6.00″ × 50

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62pts

Villiger 1888 Robusto

Developing Palates · Mar 8, 2017 · December 2016

Even though price doesn't factor into the scoring, it is definitely worth mentioning that this is something that is a fantastic budget friendly cigar. For those that find the flavor profile enjoyable, it may well turn out to be an ideal daily smoke.

Robusto · 4.87″ × 50 · Dominican Republic

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