Toscano Italian Cigars
Toscano is a fire cured Italian cigar made since 1818. Tobacconists sell it by the pack.
Updated . Edited by: Ilyass Ben Hakim.
Where to buy
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Specialist cigar shops and online tobacconists carry Toscano. Big marketplaces rarely sell cigars, so expect age checked tobacco retailers instead.
Professional insight
Tobacconists sell Toscano by line and age. Antico and Extra Vecchio are fuller than Classico.
- Fresh packs still smell smoky, not dusty or musty.
- Look for cracks along the tapered cheroot ends.
- Ammezzati are pre halved cigars for short smokes.
- Store Toscano apart from milder cigars; the smoke scent transfers.
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Toscano cigar facts
- First made
- 1818, Florence
- Filler tobacco
- Kentucky, fire cured
- Made in
- Lucca and Cava de' Tirreni, Italy
Types
| Line | Profile | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Classico | Medium, savory | Common starting point |
| Antico | Full, rustic | Longer aged than Classico |
| Extra Vecchio | Full, aged | Ages before release |
| Garibaldi | Medium, sweeter | Named after the Italian general |
| Toscanello | Small format | Shorter smoke, smaller pack |
How to use it
- 1Cut a whole Toscano in half if you want a shorter smoke.
- 2Toast the end evenly with a match or soft flame.
- 3Puff slowly; fire cured tobacco gets harsh when hot.
- 4Do not inhale the smoke.
- 5Let it go out and relight once if needed.
Storage
- Toscano tolerates drier storage than Caribbean cigars.
- Keep packs sealed in a cool, dark drawer.
- Use a separate humidor or box to avoid scent transfer.
- Avoid hot cars and sunny windowsills.
Safe use
Cigar smoke carries nicotine and raises cancer risk, even unlit. Do not smoke around children or while pregnant.
Common questions
- Why are Toscano cigars cut in half?
- Halving is a long Italian habit. Each half can be smoked from either end.
- Is Toscano the same as a Cuban cigar?
- No. It uses fire cured Kentucky tobacco and a tapered shape.
- Can I order Toscano online?
- Yes, from tobacco retailers that ship to your area and verify age.
- Which line is mildest?
- Classico is usually seen as the gentler choice.