Best Whisky for Cigar Pairing
Whisky and cigars are natural companions — both share complexity, depth, and a slow-sipping character. These full-bodied, rich whiskies stand up to the boldness of a fine cigar without being overwhelmed.
Quick answer
Rich, full-bodied whiskies work best — heavily sherried expressions, peated Scotch, or aged bourbons. The Macallan 18, Lagavulin 16, and Blanton's Single Barrel are popular choices.
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Single MaltYamazaki
Yamazaki 18 Year Old
$748
Single MaltGlenDronach
The Glendronach 21 Year Old - Parliament
$263
Single MaltBlair Athol
Blair Athol 12 Year Old - Flora and Fauna
$72
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Single MaltGlenDronach
The GlenDronach 18 Year Old - Allardice
$222
Single MaltBalvenie
Balvenie 12 Year Old Triple Cask
$253
Single MaltLaphroaig
Laphroaig 10 Year Old Sherry Oak Finish
$67
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Single MaltPulteney
Old Pulteney 17 Year Old - Pre 2017
$253
BlendedBushmills
Bushmills Black Bush
$34
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Single MaltThe Macallan
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak - Pre 2018
$3493
BlendedSlipknot
Slipknot No.9 Whiskey
$80
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BlendedKinahan's
Kinahan’s The Kasc Project
$61
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Single MaltGlenAllachie
GlenAllachie 15 Year Old (Old Bottling)
$77
Value PickFrequently asked questions
What whisky goes best with a cigar?
Rich, full-bodied whiskies work best — heavily sherried expressions, peated Scotch, or aged bourbons. The Macallan 18, Lagavulin 16, and Blanton's Single Barrel are popular choices.
Should I drink Scotch or Bourbon with a cigar?
Both work well. Peated Scotch complements earthy, full-bodied cigars; sherried Scotch pairs with milder cigars; bourbon suits medium-bodied cigars with its vanilla sweetness.