10 Best Cameroon Cigars: Top Picks for African Wrapper Lovers

Cameroon became a thriving hub of tobacco cultivation in the 20th century. Today, it’s hard to pick out the best Cameroon cigars. Below, we highlight our favorites with 10 top picks. Each has been reviewed based on the strength, flavors, price, and value. We’ll also tell you about the wrapper types and sizes, with pros and cons.

Best 10 Cameroon Cigars:

1. La Aurora Preferidos Sapphire Tubos – Best for Novice Smokers
2. Olivia Serie G Toro – Best for Intermediate Smokers
3. La Aurora Preferidos Platinum Tubos – Best for Highly Experienced Smokers
4. La Aurora 1903 Edition Cameroon Robusto – Best for Traditionalists
5. La Aurora 1903 Edition Connecticut Robusto – Best for Connecticut Shade Fans
6. La Aurora ADN Dominicano Gran Toro – Best for Fans of Dominican-Made Cigars
7. New World Cameroon Toro by AJ Fernandez – Best for Coffee Shop Lovers
8. La Aurora Preferidos Gold Tubos – Best for Special Occasions
9. New World Cameroon Double Robusto by AJ Fernandez – Best for Smokers with Time to Kill
10. New World Cameroon Short Robusto by AJ Fernandez – Best for Budget-Conscious Smokers

What Makes Cameroon Tobacco Unique?

Cameroon tobacco is grown in the Central African country of Cameroon. Unlike most tobacco leaves, those in Cameroon are grown in direct sunlight. This is because cloudy cover diffuses the sunrays that reach the leaves.

The best Cameroon cigars are distinctive for their:

• Sweet-spicy flavor: Of course, the flavor can’t be described in just two words. Expect notes of earthiness, woodiness, and leather when smoking Cameroon.
• Toothy texture: Just try running your finger over a Cameroon cigar wrapper. It will feel like sandpaper, but those tiny pockets you see are filled with tobacco oil. This contributes to the cigar’s pleasingly intense flavor.
• Consistent burn: Cameroon cigar wrappers are thin and delicate. This means they also burn evenly. So, there’s less need to keep touching them up to correct the burn.

The best Cameroon wrapper cigars provide a well-rounded experience. That’s because the wrapper only subtly enhances the stogie’s overall flavor. As a result, you can continue to sense the internal tobacco blend as you smoke.

The main parts of a cigar are its filler, binder, and wrapper. Cameroon tobacco leaves are used for all three. However, they are most often chosen for the wrapper. That way, they can add a surprising flourish to classic cigar blends.

La Aurora Preferidos Sapphire Tubos – Best for Novice Smokers

It’s generally best for beginners to opt for mild-bodied cigars. That way, these smokers are unlikely to be overwhelmed by the flavor. This makes La Aurora’s Preferidos Sapphire Tubos an attractive option.

It contains not only Cameroon tobacco but also Brazilian and Dominican leaves. This is all wrapped up in an oak-aged Connecticut Shade casing.

• Price: $117 for a box of 8
• Brand: La Aurora
• Ring Gauge: 54
• Length: 5 inches
• Vitola: Figurado
• Flavor Profile: It only really starts mellow. The initial notes are woody, cashewy, and toasty. The flavor later intensifies, with tastes of coffee and leather coming to the fore.
• Strength: Mellow
• Wrapper Type: Connecticut Shade
• Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
Ideal for cigar-smoking novices	Figurado shape won’t be for everyone
A wide-ranging flavor profile
The flavor strengthens as you smoke
Can even exceed medium strength

Olivia Serie G Toro – Best for Intermediate Smokers

It can take time to truly accustom yourself to the sensation of smoking a Cameroon stogie. Eventually, though, you can go more experimental with your cigar choices.

To this end, you can opt for Olivia’s Serie G Toro. On the inside, it’s sun-grown Nicaraguan tobacco. The Cameroon wrapper pleasantly offsets the internal tobacco’s rich flavor.

This stick is also a Toro. This is slightly thicker (and about an inch longer) than the more conventional Robusto. So, smoking it can help you adapt to even larger cigars later down the line.

• Price: $131 for a box of 25
• Brand: Olivia
• Ring Gauge: 50
• Length: 6 inches
• Vitola: Toro
• Flavor Profile: Fans of medium-roast coffee will get a sense of déjà vu when smoking this Toro. It’s an earthy affair also imbued with subtle nuttiness.
• Strength: Medium
• Wrapper Type: Cameroon
• Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
Relaxing to smoke	Can taste too consistent and predictable
Draws to an especially satisfying end
Suitable for both day and night
Sold in an appealing collectible box

La Aurora Preferidos Platinum Tubos – Best for Highly Experienced Smokers

There are plenty of full-bodied cigars out there. However, they are often best reserved for veteran smokers. Cigar newbies ought to start with milder smokes to build up their tolerance.

If you have smoked many of the best Cameroon cigars, you will be familiar with various flavors. So, it will be a good time to switch to a hardcore stogie. La Aurora’s Preferidos Platinum Tubos is one such option.

It’s a cigar with Cameroon tobacco on both the outside and inside. However, the wrapper also conceals Dominican and Brazilian leaves. This complexity makes for a delightfully unpredictable smoke.

• Price: $117 for a box of 8
• Brand: La Aurora
• Ring Gauge: 54
• Length: 5 inches
• Vitola: Figurado
• Flavor Profile: Notes of earth, wood, and toast are abundant. The touches of cream, cocoa, and spice are more moderate but remain an intrinsic part of the mix. There’s also an undeniable sweetness to the finish.
• Strength: Full
• Wrapper Type: Cameroon
• Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
Silky smooth to smoke	Not ideal for novice smokers
Pays tribute to La Aurora’s legacy
Beautiful protective tubing
An undoubtedly premium feel

La Aurora 1903 Edition Cameroon Robusto – Best for Traditionalists

There are many different types of Cameroon cigar to choose from. Nonetheless, some are much more traditional than others. In other words, they epitomize the ‘archetypal’ Cameroon cigar.

One such stogie is La Aurora’s 1903 Edition Cameroon Robusto. On the inside, it blends Dominican, Brazilian, and Cameroon tobaccos. Cameroon leaves are also used for the wrapper.

Smoke this stick to see why Cameroon tobacco is so often chosen for cigar wrappers. It’s also all lovingly sculptured in the traditional Robusto cigar size.

• Price: $139 for a box of 18
• Brand: La Aurora
• Ring Gauge: 50
• Length: 5 inches
• Vitola: Robusto
• Flavor Profile: There’s an abundance of notes here. They include earth, oak, cedar, and toast. Unsurprisingly for such a Cameroon-heavy cigar, it’s got a fair amount of spiciness, too.
• Strength: Full
• Wrapper Type: Cameroon
• Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
Filled out with many different notes	The shape is far from unique
Uses an award-winning blend	Might not feel adventurous enough
The Robusto size has wide appeal
Super-strong dose of Cameroon tobacco

La Aurora 1903 Edition Connecticut Robusto – Best for Connecticut Shade Fans

Cameroon tobacco is often combined with other types of tobacco. Experienced cigar smokers are bound to become increasingly drawn towards specific tobaccos. These include Connecticut Shade, known for its mild, creamy taste.

Connecticut Shade is so-called as it is grown in the Connecticut River Valley’s shade. This tobacco combines well with the Cameroon variety. That’s because the former does not overly distract from the latter’s powerful punch.

This La Aurora stick immensely benefits. It holds Cameroon, Dominican, and Brazilian tobaccos in a Connecticut Shade wrapper.

• Price: $121 for a box of 18
• Brand: La Aurora
• Ring Gauge: 50
• Length: 5 inches
• Vitola: Robusto
• Flavor Profile: Those who like cream in their coffee will love this stick’s nuances of both. Further enchanting notes include cedar, oak, toast, and leather.
• Strength: Full
• Wrapper Type: Connecticut Shade
• Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
A smooth and complex smoke	Robusto format can feel too ‘safe’ for more experienced cigar smokers
A beautifully refined finish
The wrapper tastes subtly elegant
Can take 45 to 60 minutes to smoke

La Aurora ADN Dominicano Gran Toro – Best for Fans of Dominican-Made Cigars

The Dominican Republic is one of the world’s most productive tobacco cultivators. The smooth creaminess of Dominican cigars underlines why they are in high demand.

La Aurora’s ADN Dominicano Gran Toro is strongly Dominican in character. Its Dominican Cibao Valley wrapper is affixed to a Cameroon binder. This, in turn, is wrapped around Pennsylvanian and Nicaraguan fillers.

If you already love Dominican-made cigars, this Gran Toro is an obvious choice. It makes a good ‘entry-level’ cigar if you fancy switching to a Cameroon-style smoke.

• Price: $139 for a box of 20
• Brand: La Aurora
• Ring Gauge: 58
• Length: 6 inches
• Vitola: Gran Toro
• Flavor Profile: Flavors of nut, cinnamon, earth, spice, and leather come out strong. Also watch out for woody undertones as the cigar goes from medium- to full-bodied.
• Strength: Medium
• Wrapper Type: Dominican Cibao Valley
• Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
An explosive feel on the palate	Possibly too strong for some smokers
The flavor strengthens as you smoke
Comprises many different tobaccos
A heavy Dominican influence

New World Cameroon Toro by AJ Fernandez – Best for Coffee Shop Lovers

There are plenty of enticing beverages to choose from at a coffee shop. Classic favorites include coffee and hot chocolate. However, there’s a rather unexpected way to enjoy tastes of both without having to set foot in a coffee shop.

This AJ Fernandez cigar incorporates broad strokes of both coffee and chocolate. They are, though, just two of many flavors that emerge prominently when you smoke this stogie.

Nicaragua provides the tobacco for both the binder and filler. Cameroon leaves, meanwhile, are saved for the wrapper. All the same, words alone can’t encapsulate the smooth but bold sensation of puffing on this stick.

• Price: $99 for a box of 20
• Brand: AJ Fernandez
• Ring Gauge: 50
• Length: 6 inches
• Vitola: Toro
• Flavor Profile: Smoking the New World Cameroon Toro is something of an adventure. It starts with a creamy, earthy taste and finishes with an intoxicating spiciness. Along the way, you can pick up tinges of leather and nuttiness as well.
• Strength: Medium to Full
• Wrapper Type: Cameroon
• Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
A laidback, everyday feel	Can take over an hour to finish burning
The strength intensifies as you smoke	Does not initially taste as spicy as you might expect
Available in boxes of 20 cigars
Great value for money

La Aurora Preferidos Gold Tubos – Best for Special Occasions

Gold has long represented excellence. This makes it a wise choice of color for La Aurora Preferidos Gold Tubos wrappers. The gold also extends to the presentation box, which contains eight cigars in total.

Imagine bringing this box with you to a Christmas or birthday party. By distributing sticks among friends, you can further cement these social connections.

Friends are likely to appreciate the blended Cameroon, Brazilian, and Dominican tobaccos. As for the wrapper leaf, that’s of the Ecuadorian Corojo variety.

• Price: $117 for a box of 8
• Brand: La Aurora
• Ring Gauge: 54
• Length: 5 inches
• Vitola: Figurado
• Flavor Profile: The Preferidos 1903 gives off coffee and citrus aromas. The flavor profile is also peppered with notes of… well, pepper, not to mention oak, coffee, and cedar. There’s even an orange zestiness to permeate the palate.
• Strength: Full
• Wrapper Type: Ecuadorian Corojo
• Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
Includes a wide array of tobaccos	Takes time to reach full strength
Wrapped in an oak-aged leaf	Can be overly intense in flavor
Sold in an attractive presentation box
Finishes with a deep spiciness

New World Cameroon Double Robusto by AJ Fernandez – Best for Smokers with Time to Kill

The right cigar size is a matter of personal preference. The Robusto is especially popular, giving it an endearing familiarity. Typically, it takes about an hour to finish smoking a Robusto. If this isn’t quite long enough for you, cue the Double Robusto!

A Double Robusto is not literally twice the size of a standard Robusto. The latter is usually about five inches long with a ring gauge of 50. A Double Robusto is just slightly thicker and half an inch lengthier.

Hence, this AJ Fernandez stick can take approximately 90 minutes to completely burn. That’s more than enough time for you to comprehensively savor its diverse flavor profile.

• Price: $91 for a box of 20
• Brand: AJ Fernandez
• Ring Gauge: 54
• Length: 5.5 inches
• Vitola: Robusto
• Flavor Profile: On the first draw, floral aromas come into play. Continued smoking brings out notes of earth, chocolate, leather, coffee, and roasted chestnut. Don’t be surprised to detect a creamy spiciness, too.
• Strength: Medium to Full
• Wrapper Type: Cameroon
• Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
Contains Nicaraguan tobacco	Potentially too time-consuming for many cigar lovers to completely smoke
Wrapped in Cameroon leaf
Available in boxes of 20 cigars
Comparatively affordable

New World Cameroon Short Robusto by AJ Fernandez – Best for Budget-Conscious Smokers

When it comes to value for money, this is among the best Cameroon wrapper cigars. It has boldly textured Nicaraguan tobacco encased by a velvety wrapper.

So, you get the best of both worlds - all in a budget-friendly package. It’s also a good choice if you’re considering smoking Cameroon for the first time. This is largely due to the stogie’s familiar Robusto shape, the world’s most popular cigar size.

• Price: $19 for 4
• Brand: AJ Fernandez
• Ring Gauge: 48
• Length: 4 inches
• Vitola: Robusto
• Flavor Profile: Expect a blast of different flavors. There are floral and cinnamon notes as well as tinges of black pepper and cocoa.
• Strength: Medium to Full
• Wrapper Type: Cameroon
• Pros & Cons:

Pros	Cons
Intense, varied flavor	Might not last long enough for some
Takes only about 20-40 minutes to smoke	Best reserved for formal occasions
Compact, easily pocketable size
Low price

Comparison of the Best Cameroon Cigars

Cigar	Price (Number of Cigars)	Brand	Ring Gauge	Length (in)	Vitola	Strength	Wrapper Type
La Aurora Preferidos Sapphire Tubos	$117 (8)	La Aurora	54	5	Figurado	Mellow	Connecticut Shade
Olivia Serie G Toro	$131 (25)	Olivia	50	6	Toro	Medium	Cameroon
La Aurora Preferidos Platinum Tubos	$117 (8)	La Aurora	54	5	Figurado	Full	Cameroon
La Aurora 1903 Edition Cameroon Robusto	$139 (18)	La Aurora	50	5	Robusto	Full	Cameroon
La Aurora 1903 Edition Connecticut Robusto	$121 (18)	La Aurora	50	5	Robusto	Full	Connecticut Shade
La Aurora ADN Dominicano Gran Toro	$139 (20)	La Aurora	58	6	Gran Toro	Medium	Dominican Cibao Valley
New World Cameroon Toro by AJ Fernandez	$99 (20)	AJ Fernandez	50	6	Toro	Medium to Full	Cameroon
La Aurora Preferidos Gold Tubos	$117 (8)	La Aurora	54	5	Figurado	Full	Ecuadorian Corojo
New World Cameroon Double Robusto by AJ Fernandez	$91 (20)	AJ Fernandez	54	5.5	Robusto	Medium to Full	Cameroon
New World Cameroon Short Robusto by AJ Fernan dez	$19 (4)	AJ Fernandez	48	4	Robusto	Medium to Full	Cameroon

Selection Criteria

All the Cameroon cigars featured in this article are available from Swiss Cuban Cigars. However, we are very selective about what products we stock. This has made it easier for us to determine the best Cameroon cigars on the market. In pursuit of this goal, we have taken into account the following factors:

• Key Characteristics: Naturally, different smokers like different cigars. For this reason, we have covered various bases with our Cameroon cigar selections. Many different lengths, ring gauges, flavors, and wrapper types are represented.
• Flavors: You probably already have a good idea of which Cameroon cigars you will like most. Many such stogies use flavors, like chocolate and coffee, familiar from elsewhere.
• Vitola: Avid smokers are familiar with this word, as it refers to a stogie’s size and shape. These aren’t merely aesthetic concerns, as they also affect the stick’s flavor and burn time. We’ve included a range of vitolas for every preference.
• Wrapper Type: Often, a Cameroon cigar will use Cameroon tobacco for the wrapper – but not always. Sometimes, a different type of tobacco is used for that particular element. This has implications for the cigar’s taste. That’s why we’ve included a good mix.
• Price: It goes without saying that you don’t have a bottomless pit of money. So, when you do pay extra for a cigar, you need to make sure you get genuine quality for the money. This list includes something for every budget.

How to Pick the Best Cameroon Cigar

What defines the best Cameroon cigars is ultimately a subjective judgement. Still, there are many different factors worth heeding when perusing the options available.

Wrapper Color

Beginners to cigar life are advised to start with mild-tasting smokes. These usually have lighter-colored wrappers, as they have been less exposed to sunlight.

Cameroon wrappers are not generally light in color. Instead, they tend to be chocolate brown with a greenish tint. At the same time, not all Cameroon cigars use Cameroon leaf for the wrapper.

If you want to start your smoking journey with a Cameroon cigar, look for one without a Cameroon wrapper. You can later change tack once you’re ready to step up to bolder smokes.

Origin/Price

The best Cameroon cigars are grown in Cameroon itself. Some tobacco classified as Cameroon actually comes from the Central African Republic (CAR). This is due to the CAR’s similar soil, temperature, and humidity.

Cameroon seed has been used to cultivate ‘Cameroon’ cigars in places like Ecuador. However, there’s a good reason why true Cameroon cigars can carry a heavy price premium.

To cut a long story short, you often have to pay extra for genuine quality. This doesn’t mean Cameroon cigars don’t provide value for money. Often, you just need to be picky about exactly which Cameroon cigars you buy.

Occasion

Cameroon cigars lend themselves well to many different occasions. Such puros can look right at home at weddings and in lounges. Still, it pays to be careful which Cameroons you smoke at which times.

If you’ve got a big get-together coming up, consider what kind of drinks you’ll sip there. Then, choose a Cameroon cigar to suit. For example, La Aurora’s Preferidos Sapphire Tubos goes well with a martini. Conversely, the same brand’s Platinum offering is better paired with rum. Check out our guide on cigar pairings to learn more.

Experience

Flavor-wise, Cameroon leaf packs a heady punch. As you begin to smoke, you can be hit by notes of cedar, cocoa, and even baking spices.

Still, the best Cameroon cigars do not consist solely of Cameroon tobacco. In many instances, this tobacco is woven into the same cigar as other tobaccos.

Hence, one Cameroon cigar can taste distinctly differently to another. Finding the ‘right’ cigar for you can be very much a matter of trial and error. Fortunately, here at Swiss Cuban Cigars, it’s easy to order samples of Cameroon stogies. You can also read our guide to cigar flavors to up your game.

Buy the best Cameroon cigars from Swiss Cuban Cigars

The Cameroon cigar industry has gone from strength to strength in recent decades. The country’s climate provides just the right conditions for tobacco to flourish.

All the same, Cameroon remains politically volatile. As a result, supplies of even the best Cameroon cigars can be constrained. This only adds to the prestigious, ‘exclusive’ feel of smoking these stogies.

When you’re ready to give a Cameroon stick a go, visit Swiss Cuban Cigars. Our online store stocks the best Cameroon cigars – and can deliver them worldwide.