On November 1st, the UK witnessed the launch of the latest Habanos Regional Edition, the Por Larrañaga Larrañaga 47. This event took place simultaneously at 47 locations across the country, here at GQ Tobaccos we decided to have a small launch party at the Hippodrome in central London. These coordinated events began at 6:30 pm and covered all four regions of the United Kingdom. The evening commenced with a brief video introduction from Jemma Freeman, Executive Chairman of Hunters & Frankau, and José Antonio Cejas Diaz, Hunters & Frankau Corporate Director, who introduced the Larrañag ..read more

We will be attending to UK pipe show with a wide range of pipes and accessories! If you have not been before it is well worth a visit. A cracking venue with an undercover smoking area, where you can mingle and enjoy a smoke with like minded people. Then head upstairs to the UK pipe show where there are various UK pipe makers and retailers with lots of goods to offer as well as a legendary raffle ..read more

Have you ever dreamt of embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime trip to the heart of New World Cigars? Well, that dream came true for me a couple of weeks ago, as my father and I were invited to Nicaragua by Tor Imports for the #tortour2023. Tor Imports are the leading UK importers of New World cigars, boasts an impressive portfolio of brands such as Drew Estate, Padron, Charatan, Joya De Nicaragua, and many more.   We kicked off our journey with a quick pit stop in Managua for a cigar, where I had the pleasure of trying the AJ Fernandez Dorado for the first time. The c ..read more

There is something quite unique about smoking a tobacco pipe, whether it is a contemplative moment by yourself or a long conversation with friends. Pipe smoking is a wonderful way to switch off and unwind, so whether you are trying it for the first or hundredth time, there is a pleasure in preparing your bowl and sitting back for a long draw. If you are looking for some advice for the perfect smoke, check out five tips from GQ Tobaccos below. 5 Tips for the most relaxing smoke 1. Keep Your Pipes Clean - There is plenty of debate about the benefits of pipe rotation, with the argument being ..read more

GQ Tobaccos are marking the Year of the Ox with a brand new set of Alfred Dunhill pipes. Specially manufactured for the second year in the new 12-year cycle in the Chinese calendar, the limited edition pipes represent the Chinese Zodiac signs. What Makes Our New Dunhill Pipes So Unique? This year's pipe is a classic Billiard shape in Group 3 (3203) in County and Shell Briar finishes with a hand-cut marbled Cumberland and Vulcanite saddle mouthpiece that bear the famous White Spot. Saddle mouthpieces are generally more comfortable when compared to tapered mouthpieces. Each of our brand new ..read more

In 2022, a key component of any product is customisation. From being able to decorate your smartphone with a phone case sporting that musical artist you love, to being able to change the end of the gear knob on your car to a more sportier edition. Accessories are the key to high quality customisation and tailoring the product to meet your own specific needs. So, why should smoking be any different? At QG Tobacco, we offer an exciting and ever expanding range of smoking accessories as well as many products to help you make the most out of your smoking experience. You might have enrich ..read more

Here at GQ Tobaccos, we understand the importance of keeping your tobacco pipe clean and sanitised whilst enjoying the best smoke. For this blog, we are going to share some handy tips for sanitising your pipe. 6 Ways to Sanitise Your Dunhill Pipes 1. Buy Pipe Cleaner - You will need a soft and hard pipe cleaner while using grain alcohol for sanitising and not isopropyl alcohol. Alternatively, you can use an ultrasonic cleaner with warm water which removes resin and tar from the estate pipe and speeds up the entire cleaning process. However, on some tobacco pipes, it could weaken the epox ..read more

Here at  GQ Tobaccos, we often get quizzed about cigars and the best ways to enjoy your smoking experience. For this blog, we have put together some of our frequently asked questions, giving you a one-stop shop for all the answers you need. How are cigars made? Cigars are made either by hand or by a machine. A handmade cigar is where the tobacco leaves were picked, sorted and bundled by an individual, not a machine. The cigar itself was fashioned by a skilled cigar roller using a handful of tools. Alternatively, a machine-made cigar is where most or all of the cigar was made from a machi ..read more

Hi All, I am sorry to bring the news that we can no longer accept Paypal as a method of Payment on our website. Paypal will no longer accept payments for Tobacco or Vape items. All Payments will now need to be made via Debit or Credit Card through Worldpay. Worldpay is the biggest Payment gateway in the world and just as safe as Paypal. Apologies for the inconvenience. GQ Tobaccos ..read more

When Christopher Columbus first discovered America he also discovered the tobacco pipe. The pipe was an essential part of native culture, to be shared during times of negotiation and celebration. Columbus and other explorers brought the concept home and history was made! Since the 19th-century pipes have been made from Briar, a hard fire-resistant wood from the root of a Mediterranean heather shrub. For this post, we will discuss how Dunhill pipes were created and why they still continue to be a premier tobacco pipe on the market today. The Pipe Making Process Explained After the Briar h ..read more