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Villiger Cigars 1888 Nicaragua
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Villiger 1888 Robusto
Robusto · 4.88″ × 50 · Nicaraguan Habano
2.8(4)Cigar Country
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Villiger 1888 Robusto Bundle
Robusto · 4.88″ × 50 · Nicaraguan Habano
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Villiger 1888 Toro
Toro · 6.00″ × 50 · Nicaraguan Habano
2.8(4)Cigar Country
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Villiger 1888 Toro Bundle
Toro · 6.00″ × 50 · Nicaraguan Habano
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$112.99 for 20$182.80
Villiger 1888 Nicaragua — Coronita (Box of 20)
Corona · 5.25″ × 43 · Nicaraguan Habano
JR Cigars
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$121.99 for 20$199.60
Villiger 1888 Nicaragua — Robusto (Box of 20)
Robusto · 5.00″ × 50 · Nicaraguan Habano
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33 reviews · top score 94
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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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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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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Tiny Tim's Cigar Blog · Jan 8, 2017
4.88″ × 50
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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