Backwoods Cigars

What a Backwoods Cigar Is

A Backwoods cigar is a pre-rolled machine-made little cigar produced by Altadis USA under ITG Brands. Each cigar measures 4.5 inches long with a 32 ring gauge, placing it in the cigarillo size class. The construction uses two components:

1. Filler: Caribbean Basin Cuban Seed tobacco
2. Wrapper: A single whole leaf of Connecticut Broadleaf, aged approximately one year to bring out natural sweetness

The frayed cheroot foot, tapered body, and unfinished cap are intentional. They are what separates a Backwoods from the machine-perfect finish of competing machine-made cigars that use homogenized tobacco leaf.

Backwoods Cigar Formats

Backwoods cigars come in five standard pack formats on Smokenza. The right choice depends on how often you smoke and whether you already know your flavor.

The two carton formats (8x5 and 10x3) exist for the same reason: so Backwoods smokers can buy their preferred pouch size in bulk without downgrading to a format they don't want. If you already know your pouch, buying the matching carton drops your cost per cigar meaningfully compared to grabbing single packs week to week. Compare the per-cigar cost on the Dark Leaf 8 Packs of 5 carton and the Dark Stout 8 Packs of 5 carton to see how carton pricing works across the darker end of the range.

Why Buy Backwoods Cigars Online

The complete current Backwoods lineup is not stocked at convenience stores or gas stations. Most retail outlets carry two or three high-mover flavors (usually Honey, Russian Cream, and Honey Bourbon) in 5-pack format only. Carton pricing, limited editions, and the full flavor range are only available through online tobacco retailers.

Smokenza stocks every current Backwoods SKU, carton pricing included, and ships same day on orders placed before 2 PM EST. Resealable factory pouches keep every pack fresh between smokes.

For a wider machine-made cigar selection beyond Backwoods, browse the full Smokenza cigar collection or move up to the premium cigar collection for hand-rolled formats.

Backwoods Cigars vs. Other Machine-Made Little Cigars

How to Choose the Right Backwoods Cigar Format

1. New to Backwoods → start with a 5-pack in Honey Bourbon or Russian Cream, the two most-requested flavors for a balanced first impression.
2. Mixing flavors → buy singles pouches across several blends: Honey Singles, Honey Bourbon Singles, Honey Berry Singles, Sweet Aromatic Singles, and Dark Stout Singles all come in 24-count packs.
3. Daily smoker → buy the 40-count carton (8 packs of 5) of your preferred flavor. The lowest cost per cigar on the collection, available on Honey, Honey Bourbon, Honey Berry, Russian Cream, Dark Stout, Dark Leaf, and Vanilla.
4. Occasional smoker, prefers smaller pouch → the Honey 10 Packs of 3 carton gives you cheaper per-cigar pricing without jumping to 5-count pouches.
5. Trying limited editions → check the Backwoods Flavors collection regularly. Seasonal flavors like Wild Rum, Cognac, and Bourbon Dark Leaf Reserve ship in short runs.

Buying Backwoods Cigars in Bulk

Smokenza offers volume pricing on Backwoods cartons for retailers, hospitality buyers, and heavy personal smokers. The 40-count carton (8 packs of 5) is the most-ordered bulk SKU because it gives wholesale buyers full pouch integrity (not loose sticks) while cutting the per-cigar cost significantly. The Russian Cream 8 Packs of 5 carton and the Honey Bourbon 8 Packs of 5 carton are the two highest-moving bulk cartons on Smokenza. Multi-carton orders over 10 units qualify for additional pricing adjustments, handled on request through Smokenza customer service.

For bulk roll-your-own needs rather than finished cigars, see Backwoods True Wraps.

Common Questions About Backwoods Cigars

How many cigars are in a box of Backwoods?

A standard Backwoods carton on Smokenza contains either 40 cigars (8 packs of 5), such as the Honey Berry 8 Packs of 5, or 30 cigars (10 packs of 3), such as the Honey 10 Packs of 3. A single resealable pouch holds either 3 or 5 cigars depending on the SKU.

What size are Backwoods cigars?

Every standard Backwoods cigar measures 4.5 inches long with a 32 ring gauge. That places them in the cigarillo size class, with a typical smoke time of 25 to 30 minutes.

Are Backwoods cigars real cigars or cigarettes?

Backwoods are cigars, not cigarettes. The construction uses a whole tobacco leaf as the wrapper, which is the defining difference under FDA Center for Tobacco Products rules. Cigarettes use paper wrappers; Backwoods uses aged Connecticut Broadleaf.

How long does a Backwoods cigar last?

A standard 4.5-inch Backwoods lasts approximately 25 to 30 minutes at a slow, even draw. Smoke time varies based on how often you puff and how tightly the stick is packed.

How should I store Backwoods cigars?

Keep unopened Backwoods pouches sealed and out of direct heat or sunlight. The resealable factory foil holds moisture well, so Backwoods does not require a humidor for short-term storage. For long storage (over 3 months), a 65% to 70% RH humidor extends shelf life.

Can I buy single Backwoods cigars online?

Yes. Smokenza stocks single-count packs for every current Backwoods flavor, including Honey Singles, Honey Bourbon Singles, Honey Berry Singles, Sweet Aromatic Singles, and Dark Stout Singles. The single-pack SKUs are the cheapest way to test a flavor before committing to a carton.

What is the cheapest way to buy Backwoods?

Per cigar, the 40-count carton (8 packs of 5) of a core flavor is the lowest price point on Smokenza. Compare Honey, Honey Bourbon, Russian Cream, or Dark Leaf at the 40-count carton level. The savings grow further at the multi-carton bulk tier.

Where are Backwoods cigars made?

Backwoods cigars are rolled in Puerto Rico by Altadis USA, a subsidiary of ITG Brands.

What is the strongest Backwoods flavor?

Dark Stout and Dark Leaf are the two most tobacco-forward blends in the Backwoods range, with the least sweet infusion. Full flavor profiles on the Backwoods Flavors collection.