Jean Villiger started his cigar company at the age of 28 in Lucerne, Switzerland, in 1888. The company grew over
the years into the world’s leading producer of “Swiss” cigars, renowned for its high-quality, innovative products and
tobacco expertise. True to its history of innovation, Villiger & Sons chose this 120th anniversary celebration as the
perfect venue for introducing a new cigar that represents a marked departure from its roots: Villiger 1888.

The Villiger 1888, the first hand-rolled premium cigar produced by Villiger & Sons, celebrates the specialized
tradition of craftsmanship for which premium cigar-making is known. Its development was personally overseen by
Heinrich Villiger, whose decades-long commitment to the tobacco industry has earned him a reputation as “one
of the last grand old men of the tobacco world.” His knowledge of tobacco leaf and manufacturing of cigars
spans many decades and many miles of travel throughout the world. Mr. Villiger was intimately involved in
procuring the help of skilled artisans, selecting the cigar’s premium tobacco leaves and wrappers, and
determining its final, handcrafted composition.

“As with all Villiger products, it is our hope that you will taste the artistry, skill and love that we put into every cigar.”

Villiger 1888 was awarded “Best Longfiller Cigar” at the 2008 Inter-tabac Show in Dortmund, Germany