Hendrick Kelner, the legend who shaped an entire industry with his craftsmanship. classic blends that withstood the test of time and remain to this day the most sought after cigars, is turning 80.
Meticulously crafted in an elegant Diademas Finas format (7X50) with tobaccos of Henke's distinctive blending style. Dressed in a silky Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, the blend incorporates a touch of Yamasa tobacco, known for its delicate balance of sweetness and spice. The result is a cigar that exemplifies refinement, harmony, and the timeless craftsmanship for which Kelner family is renowned.
"Creating this cigar for my father was deeply personal," said Klaas Kelner, Master Blender and CEO of Kelner Cigars. "Every aspect of the Kelner LE 80 reflects my father's unwavering commitment to excellence and his profound influence on Dominican cigar making. We selected only the most exceptional tobaccos to create a blend that honors his sophisticated palate and celebrates his remarkable journey in this industry."
Henke Kelner, reflecting on this tribute, shared: "Working together with my son to create this special cigar for my 80th birthday fills me with immense pride. The blend captures everything I've loved about cigars throughout my life-complexity, balance, and that unmistakable Dominican character the Kelner family has worked decades to perfect. This cigar represents not just my legacy, but our family's ongoing commitment to the art of fine tobacco."
Each Kelner LE 80 will be presented in luxurious custom-designed boxes containing 10 cigars with a Boveda pack. From the box design to the band detailing, every element reflects the Kelner family’s meticulous attention to detail and their enduring dedication to artistry and tradition.
Production is limited to 2000 boxes worldwide, 1500 of which are dedicated to the US market.
- Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano
- Binder and Filler: Select Dominican Tobaccos with Yamasa Accents.
- Format: 7X50 Diademas Finas
- 10 Cigars per box
- Custom gold-embossed Kelner Seal
- Numbered release for collectors and connoisseurs
- Intensity: Medium----> Medium +