Atlantic Cigar Company

What Atlantic Cigar Company does

Atlantic Cigar Company, founded in 1996 and headquartered in Norristown, Pennsylvania, is a private direct-to-consumer e-commerce retailer of premium cigars. The company curates one of the industry's largest online portfolios, offering hand-rolled cigars from more than 50 brands including Oliva, Padron, Davidoff, Montecristo, Arturo Fuente, Ashton, Liga Privada, Romeo y Julieta, Rocky Patel, and My Father, alongside complementary products such as humidors, cutters, lighters, ashtrays, coffee/espresso pairings, and gift cards. It operates no physical retail storefronts; all sales occur through its BigCommerce-powered website (atlanticcigar.com), phone orders via a toll-free line, and a recurring VIP Members Club subscription program. The business holds no patents, develops no proprietary technology, and employs 11–50 staff under owner-CEO Robert Scipioni.

The product mix spans budget cigars under $10 to ultra-premium offerings exceeding $100 per cigar, sold in single, 5-pack, 10-pack, box, and bundle formats at per-unit pricing. Atlantic Cigar differentiates through discount pricing relative to brick-and-mortar tobacconists, exclusive co-branded releases (Black Label Trading Co. 30th Anniversary Dreadnought, ADVentura Queens Pearls Atlantic Exclusive, Oliva Master Blend 3 Maduro), curated samplers, and a content-driven blog covering cigar reviews and buying guides. Shipping is restricted or subject to enhanced verification in several US states (Hawaii, Utah, South Dakota, California age-verification, Massachusetts flavored-tobacco ban, Connecticut small-cigar rules, Pennsylvania carton-pack limits, Washington, Vermont), with international delivery extended to Canada, China, Japan, Taiwan, and Malaysia via USPS Priority Mail International.

Revenue is generated primarily through one-time transactional cigar and accessory sales on a pay-as-you-go basis, supplemented by the VIP Members Club recurring membership that provides exclusive discounts, monthly raffles, and early access to limited releases. Marketing channels include blog content, SEO, email newsletters, Instagram (@atlanticcigarcompany), and annual industry trade show participation (PCA). The company is independently owned with no disclosed institutional investment, funding rounds, subsidiaries, M&A activity, or public market presence.

Name

Atlantic Cigar Company

Legal name

Atlantic Cigar Company

Website

https://atlanticcigar.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1996

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Atlantic Cigar Company is a private online retailer of premium cigars and accessories, selling discounted hand-rolled cigars from 50+ brands directly to individual consumers in the US, Canada, China, Japan, Taiwan, and Malaysia via its e-commerce platform and VIP Members Club.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Premium Cigar Retail

NAICS

Tobacco, Electronic Cigarette, and Other Smoking Supplies Retailers (459991)

SIC

Tobacco Products (2100), Retail-Catalog & Mail-Order Houses (5961)

akta.pro primary industry

Cigar & Premium Tobacco Retail (CRANADAB)

Keywords

• Premium cigar retail
• Tobacco e-commerce
• Cigar accessories
• Cigar samplers
• Online cigar store

Headquarters

HQ city

Norristown

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Cigar Product Sales: Atlantic Cigar Company generates revenue primarily through direct sales of premium cigars and cigar accessories to consumers via its e-commerce platform. The company sells products at discount prices compared to retail, with various pricing tiers including single cigars, 5-packs, 10-packs, boxes, and bundles. Revenue is one-time transactional with each purchase.
2. VIP Membership Program: The company operates a VIP Members Club that offers extra savings on most products, exclusive offers and specials, monthly newsletters, monthly raffles, and special access to limited and rare items. The membership drives customer loyalty and recurring engagement.
3. Cigar Accessories: Revenue generated from sale of accessories including humidors, cigar cases, cutters, lighters, butane fuel, coffee/espresso, collectibles, gadgets, hygrometers, and apparel.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Atlantic Cigar Company is an online retailer that sells premium hand-rolled cigars from over 50 major brands at discount prices, alongside cigar accessories, samplers, bundles, and limited/exclusive releases. The business is layered with a VIP Members Club subscription offering extra savings and exclusive access, and operates as a direct-to-consumer e-commerce storefront with phone ordering support and international shipping.

Product overview

Atlantic Cigar Company is an online retailer of premium cigars at discount prices offering a comprehensive portfolio of tobacco products and accessories. The core offering centers on cigars from over 50 major brands (Oliva, Padron, Davidoff, Montecristo, Arturo Fuente, My Father, Ashton, Liga Privada, Romeo y Julieta, Rocky Patel) sold alongside curated Samplers, Bundle Cigars, and Limited Edition/Exclusive releases. The business model layers complementary products including Cigar Accessories (humidors, cases, cutters, lighters), Coffee & Espresso pairings, and a VIP Members Club subscription program. Special offerings include 10 Pack Steals discounts and Gift Cards. The company operates as a pure e-commerce retailer without physical store integration, emphasizing real-time inventory visibility, competitive pricing, and membership-based value through its VIP program.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Premium Cigars A wide selection of premium hand-rolled cigars from over 50 major brands (Oliva, Padron, Davidoff, Montecristo, Arturo Fuente, My Father, Ashton, Liga Privada, Romeo y Julieta, Rocky Patel) sold at discount prices to individual consumers, with prices ranging from budget-friendly under $10 to ultra-premium exceeding $100.
• Atlantic Cigar Exclusives House-exclusive cigar products created specifically for Atlantic Cigar Company, including anniversary commemoratives and Atlantic-exclusive vitolas from partner manufacturers.
• Limited Edition Cigars Rare and special-release cigars including anniversary editions, regional exclusives, and hard-to-find premium offerings aimed at collectors and enthusiasts.
• Cigar Samplers Curated multi-pack cigar assortments including Assorted Samplers, Brand Samplers, and Face Off Samplers that let customers try multiple varieties at a value per-cigar price.
• Bundle Cigars Economy-priced cigar bundles offering value for everyday smokers with quantity discounts on full bundles of cigars.
• Flavored & Infused Cigars Cigars with flavored and infused profiles (e.g., Acid by Drew Estate) catering to customers seeking sweeter or more aromatic smoking experiences.
• Cigar Accessories Comprehensive range of cigar accessories including humidors, cigar cases, cutters, lighters, butane fuel, hygrometers, humidification products, ashtrays, apparel, collectibles, and gadgets used for proper cigar storage and enjoyment.
• Coffee & Espresso Coffee and espresso products designed to complement the cigar smoking experience, sold alongside accessories on the retail site.
• Gift Cards Digital and physical gift cards available in variable denominations for purchasing premium cigars and accessories on AtlanticCigar.com.
• VIP Members Club Paid loyalty membership program offering extra savings on most products, exclusive offers and specials, monthly newsletters, monthly raffles, and special access to limited and rare items.
• 10 Pack Steals Recurring specials category featuring discounted 10-packs of popular cigar brands providing significant per-cigar savings.
• Black Label Trading Co. Atlantic Cigar 30th Anniversary Dreadnought BP Torpedo Limited edition 30th anniversary exclusive cigar, 5-1/2x54 BP Torpedo vitola, produced by Black Label Trading Co. at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Estelí, Nicaragua, sold exclusively through Atlantic Cigar Company.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30 years in business since 1996
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• JR Cigar: High-volume online cigar retailer combining deep discounts, a large brand portfolio, and a loyalty program. Closely comparable to Atlantic Cigar in DTC focus, discount pricing strategy, and breadth of premium cigar inventory.
• Best Cigar Prices: Discount-focused online cigar retailer emphasizing low prices on premium brands. Highly comparable value proposition to Atlantic Cigar's 'premium cigars at discount prices' positioning.
• Holt's Cigar Company: Family-run online cigar retailer with a long history and premium brand portfolio. Directly competes with Atlantic Cigar on assortment, pricing, and enthusiast marketing via blog content and newsletters.
• Neptune Cigars: Online-only cigar retailer with deep premium brand assortment and frequent promotional pricing. Comparable DTC model, customer segment, and emphasis on discount pricing versus local tobacconists.
• Famous Smoke Shop: Long-established online and mail-order cigar retailer with a broad premium catalog, walk-in humidor, and competitive pricing. Overlaps with Atlantic Cigar on product range, customer demographic, and value-based positioning.
• Cigars International: Largest online premium cigar retailer in the US, offering a multi-brand catalog, sampler programs, and discount pricing on cigars and accessories. Directly competes with Atlantic Cigar Company for the same premium cigar enthusiast segment via an e-commerce-first model.
• Cigar.com (Thompson Cigar): Heritage online cigar brand operating a catalog and e-commerce storefront for premium and value cigars. Comparable in business model (DTC mail-order e-commerce) and customer base (premium cigar enthusiasts).

Emerging players

• CigarBid / Cigar Monster: Online cigar auction and discount platform with frequent deals and bundles. Competes for the same price-sensitive premium cigar buyer with a more dynamic, deal-driven model than Atlantic Cigar's standard e-commerce.
• Cigars Daily: Newer direct-to-consumer cigar retailer combining e-commerce with content, reviews, and influencer marketing. Partial overlap with Atlantic Cigar in enthusiast marketing but with a younger, social-media-driven approach.

Broad incumbents

• Davidoff of Geneva (online): Premium global cigar brand and selective retailer, selling cigars, accessories, and lounge experiences. Overlaps with Atlantic Cigar on premium product offering but operates as a brand-led incumbent rather than a discount multi-brand retailer.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/atlanticcigarcompany
• Xx.com/atlanticcigar
• Facebookfacebook.com/atlanticcigarco
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/atlantic-cigar-co

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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