Asylum – Cigars and Cigarillos
Asylum Cigars in Large Formats
Large-format cigars have been growing in popularity for years—a trend Asylum has embraced with intent. The brand, whose full selection you can find here, focuses increasingly on vitolas with a ring gauge of 60 or more. The April Fools stands out with a 90 ring gauge and a length of 23 centimeters—a format designed for special indulgent moments. But other cigars from the brand also impress with generous ring gauges of 70 or 80, meeting the demand for extended smoking enjoyment.
Asylum – The Concept by Christian Eiroa
Asylum is the brainchild of Tom Lazuka and Kevin Baxter. Lazuka previously worked at Camacho, where he met Christian Eiroa—a connection that later evolved into a successful collaboration. After selling Camacho to Davidoff, Eiroa initially stepped away from the industry, but eventually launched his own ventures—one of which is Asylum Cigars. These cigars are made in his factory in Honduras, where quality and large formats go hand in hand.
Nicaraguan Variety from Asylum
The signature of Christian Eiroa stands for solid craftsmanship and creative lines. Particularly popular is the Asylum 13 series, which includes both bold formats and more traditional ring gauges. The rustic character of the tobacco—strong, earthy, and slightly woody—gives the cigars a distinctive Nicaraguan flavor that many aficionados appreciate. Especially in the realm of large-format cigars, Asylum is among the most successful brands in the U.S.
With its Schizo series, Asylum adds a particularly affordable option to its portfolio. These medium-fillers are offered in bundles and come in a variety of large ring gauges—perfect for those who want big format at a small price. You’ll find a fitting selection of medium-filler cigars at Rauchr.
Schizo Cigarillos – Small and Spicy
Asylum also offers a budget-friendly option for shorter smoke breaks: the Schizo Cigarillos. Made in Honduras, they feature a Java Besuki wrapper, an HTL binder, and a filler blend of tobaccos from Brazil, the Dominican Republic, and Indonesia. Machine production ensures a consistent filler blend and reliable flavor with every puff.
