Ashton Classic
A benchmark mild cigar, rolled by the Fuente family.
Blend and specs
| Brand | Ashton |
|---|---|
| Made in | Dominican Republic |
| Maker | Ashton (made by Tabacalera A. Fuente) |
| Wrapper | Connecticut Shade |
| Binder | Dominican Republic |
| Filler | Dominican Republic |
| Strength | Mild–Medium |
| Wrapper family | Connecticut Shade (light, creamy) |
| Shape | Mostly round (parejo) and figurado sizes |
| Brand type | Independent / family |
Specs come from published maker and retailer information. Tobacco origins can change between production runs; check the box or band for the cigar you're buying.
What reviewers and smokers say
Reviewed on: famous-smoke.com, stogieguys.com. Counts come from Google results collected in November 2026; scores are those quoted in review snippets. See what the data shows.
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Common questions
What wrapper does the Ashton Classic use?
The Ashton Classic uses a Connecticut Shade wrapper, with a Dominican Republic binder and Dominican Republic filler.
How strong is the Ashton Classic?
It's generally rated mild to medium in strength (2 on our 5-point scale).
Where is the Ashton Classic made?
In Dominican Republic.
If I like the Ashton Classic, what else should I try?
Our closest matches are Arturo Fuente Chateau Fuente (98%), Montecristo Classic (98%), Ashton Cabinet Selection (98%), Davidoff Grand Cru (92%). For something less well known, try the Foundation Charter Oak.
