Ah, winter. It is the time of year when your desire to enjoy a leisurely smoke is pitted against the unforgiving reality of sub-zero temperatures. Ok, maybe not sub-zero (looking at you, Florida), but cold nonetheless.

There is a BIG catch regarding smaller cigars and quicker smokes for cold days. Many don’t want to give up the full cigar experience in a shorter time frame. In other words…I still want all the flavors and intricacy I get in a ‘regular’ size cigar.

For this, we have a solution: the perfect lineup of cigars that are short, sweet, and utterly ideal for your frostbitten fingers.

Our Favorite Short Cigars

1. Warped La Hacienda 4×50: “The Quick Fix”

Imagine this: you’re out on the porch, bundled up like the Stay-Puff marshmallow man (or woman), and enter the Warped La Hacienda. This little gem is your quick fix for those bone-chilling nights. With its 4-inch length and 50-ring gauge, it’s practically a sprint in the marathon of cigars.

Why choose this? Well, if you’re going to be out in the cold, enjoy a cigar that’s rich in flavor without overstaying its welcome. Plus, the warmth of the peppery spice will make you forget, for a fleeting moment, that you can’t feel your toes.

2. Oliva Serie V 4 1/2 x 46: “The Classy Freeze”

Next up, the Oliva Serie V. Given the circumstances, this cigar is like a tuxedo in a snowstorm—classy, smooth, and ironic. At 4 1/2 inches, it’s slightly longer, giving you just enough time to contemplate why you thought outdoor smoking in winter was a good idea.

The Serie V‘s robust blend delivers a luxurious experience, with notes of chocolate and coffee that might trick your brain into thinking you’re cozy inside a café rather than braving the arctic tundra.

3. Fuente Hemingway 4 1/2 x 55: “The Blizzard Buddy”

Finally, we have the Fuente Hemingway. This cigar is for the bold, the brave, and the slightly insane. It’s the friend who convinces you that “just one more” is a great idea, even when the thermometer says otherwise.

With its 4 1/2 inch length and 55 ring gauge, the Hemingway offers a robust smoking experience packed into a compact frame. Its rich, cedar aroma is like a warm hug in the middle of a snowstorm—except the hug is really just that snow drift falling off you roof and slapping you in the side of the head. Speaking of Fuente, check out the interview here.

The Verdict: Puff and Warm Up

You will get through this. Rest assured, before you know it, you will once again see that big giant ball of fire in the sky. But, until then, these cigars are your winter warriors. They are designed to give you maximum enjoyment with minimum frostbite.

So, bundle up, grab one of these short smokes, and embrace the chill with a smirk.

You have a winter favorite? Let me know in the comments below.