Top 48+ Best Cigarette Brands in the World

Cigarettes are one of the most consumed products in the world. It is made up of tobacco which is rolled inside a thin paper and later ignited for smoking purposes. It is very addictive as it contains nicotine and causes several diseases.

But still, people consume it as they say it helps to reduce stress and calms their nerves during a tense moment. Although having such a disastrous effect there is a wide market for cigarettes which is increasing rapidly.

Cigarette Brands in the World

Marlboro

Country: United States of America

It is one of the most popular and well-known brands in the world.

It was introduced in 1920. It is produced by Philip Morris USA(in the U.S) and Philip Morris International(outside the U.S). They have product varieties such as flavor line, Gold line, and Fresh line in the U.S and Red, Gold, and Silver King in the U.K.

Eve 

Country: United States of America

It is a brand that was introduced in the year 1971 and is produced by Liggett Group(in the U.S) and Philip Morris International(in Germany). Apart from the U.S, it is marketed in other countries such as Austria, Italy, Hungary, Russia, Argentina to name a few.

Kent

Country: United States of America

It is a brand that was introduced in 1952 and is produced by R.J Reynolds Tobacco Company( in the U.S) and British American Tobacco( rest of the world). It has markets all over the world and has product varieties such as Kent Classics, Kent Golden, and Kent lll.

Kool

Country: United States of America 

It is a brand that was introduced in 1933 and is produced by ITG Brands LLC, a part of the Imperial Tobacco Company (in the U.S) and British American Tobacco( outside the U.S). Apart from the United States, it is also marketed in countries such as Argentina, Bahamas, Jamaica, France, Germany to name a few.

L & M

Country: United States of America

It is a brand that was introduced in 1885 and is produced by Altria and is marketed in countries such as the United States, Mexico, Bolivia, Argentina, Greece to name a few. They have a wide range of products such as L & M Red, L & M Menthol Box, L & M Turkish Blend Box, L & M Turkish Night Box.

Maverick

Country: United States of America

It is a brand that was introduced in 1986 and is produced by ITG Brands, which is a part of Imperial Tobacco. Apart from the U.S, It has markets in countries such as Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. It has a variety of products such as Full Flavor kings, Gold Kings, Menthol kings to name a few.

Merit

Country: United States of America

It is a brand that was introduced in 1976. It is produced by Philip Morris USA(in the U.S) and Philip Morris International( outside the U.S). Apart from the U.S, it is also marketed in countries like Belgium, Switzerland, Greece, Tunisia, UAE to name a few. It has product lines such as Gold pack, Blue pack, Bronze pack, Menthol gold pack to name a few.

More

Country: United States of America

It is a brand that was introduced in 1975 and is produced by R.J Reynolds Tobacco Company( in the U.S), Japan Tobacco( in Europe), and PMFTC(Philippines). They are marketed in many countries. More Slim 120’s, More Menthol Slim 120’s and More Silver Menthol Slim 120’s are some of its product varieties.

Newport

Country: United States of America

It is a very famous menthol cigarette brand that was introduced in 1957. R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company is the producer of this brand of cigarettes. Apart from the United States, it is also marketed in other countries such as Antigua, Luxembourg, Finland, and Singapore to name a few. Some of its products are- Newport Box, Newport Box 100s, Newport Menthol Blue, Newport Menthol Gold, etc.

Parliament

Country: United States of America

It is a brand that was introduced in 1931 and is produced by Philip Morris USA( in the US) and Philip Morris International( outside the U.S). They are found in many countries such as the U.S, Bulgaria, Romania, Saudi Arabia to name a few. They have varieties such as Blue Pack, White Pack, Silver Pack, etc.

Ashford

Country: United States of America 

It is a brand that is produced by Philips Morris International and is marketed in countries such as Canada, Tunisia, Taiwan, Australia to name a few.

Basic

Country: United States of America

It is a brand that was introduced in the late 1970s and is produced by Philip Morris USA(in the U.S) and Philip Morris International(outside the U.S). It is also marketed in many countries such as Sweden, France, Germany, Austria, Japan to name a few. It has a variety of products such as Gold Pack, Blue Pack, s Silver, etc. 

Doral 

Country: United States of America

It is a brand that was introduced in 1969 and is produced by R.J Reynolds Tobacco company. They are sold in the USA and Argentina. They have product varieties such as gold, menthol, silver, etc.

Cambridge 

Country: United States of America

It is a brand that was introduced in 1870. It is produced by Philip Morris USA(in the U.S) and Philip Morris International(outside the U.S). It has markets in the following countries like The Netherlands, US, UK, Argentina, Malaysia to name a few. It has products such as Cambridge 100’s, Cambridge Gold Pack Kings, Cambridge Menthol 100′ etc.

Camel

Country: United States of America

It is a brand that was introduced in 1913 and is produced by R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company (USA) and Japan Tobacco (Rest of the World). It is marketed in most of the countries belonging to all the 6 continents.

Capri

Country: United States of America

It is a brand that is produced by R.J Reynolds and was introduced in 1956. It is popular in countries such as the USA, Mexico, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan to name a few. Capri Magenta 100’s & 120’s, Capri Indigo 100’s & 120’s & Capri Violet 100’s and Capri Jade 100’s are some of its varieties.

Chesterfield

Country: USA

It is a brand that was introduced in 1896 and is produced by Altria. The brand is also known for its sponsorship in Formula 1, Motorsport, Dakar rally radio, and television. They also have markets in almost every country in the world.

Alain Delon

Country: Cambodia

The brand is named after the famous French actor Alain Delon. The brand was introduced in 1992 and is currently owned by BAT, which is a part of British American Tobacco. It is popular in countries such as Cambodia, Thailand, Myanmar to name a few.

Double Happiness

Country: China 

It is a brand that was introduced in 1906 and is produced by Shanghai Tobacco Corporation. Apart from China, they have markets in Hong Kong, Singapore, Poland, Russia, etc. 

Canadian Classics

Country: Canada

It is a brand that was introduced in 1995 and is produced by Rothman’s and Benson & Hedges and has markets in Canada and Armenia. It has several varieties of products such as Canadian Classics Silver, Canadian Classics White, Canadian Classics Smooth, Canadian Classics light to name a few.

Embassy

Country: United Kingdom

It is a brand that was introduced in the year 1914 and is produced by Imperial Tobacco. It is marketed in many countries such as Ireland, Germany, Spain, the US, Trinidad to name a few. 

Chunghwa

Country: China 

It is a brand that was introduced in 1949 and is manufactured by Shanghai Tobacco Group which is a part of China Tobacco and is renowned for its plum aroma. Apart from China it also marketed in Hong Kong, Singapore, Georgia, and the UK.

Cohiba

Country: Cuba

It is a brand that was introduced in 1987 and is produced by Altadis, division n of Imperial Tobacco. They have markets in Cuba, Spain, and Austria. Cohiba original, Cohiba Predilecto, Cohiba White are some of its product varieties.

Davidoff

Country: Switzerland

The brand was founded by Zino Davidoff and is produced by Imperial Brands. Davidoff Silver, Davidoff Gold, Davidoff Classic, Davidoff Ice Green are some of its product varieties.

Djarum Black

Country: Indonesia

It is a brand that is produced by Djarum International and is marketed in countries such as Brazil, the UK, Austria, and Poland, etc.

Black Devil

Country: Netherlands

It is a brand that was produced by Heupink & Blueman. It is also marketed in many countries such as Germany, Belgium, Sweden, Austria, Italy to name a few. They have a wide range of products such as Black Devil Chocolate Flavor, Black Devil Black, Black Devil Ice, Black Devil Gold, etc. 

Bond Street

Country: United Kingdom

It is a brand that was introduced in 1902 and is manufactured by Altria and is found in many countries such as the US, Italy, Poland, Hungry, Czech Republic, Ukraine, Russia to name a few. They have different flavor products such as Red, Blue, White.

Belomor Kanal

Country: Russia

It is a brand that was founded in 1932 and is manufactured by Uritsky Tobacco Factory. The brand is also marketed in other countries such as Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine.

Belmont

Country: Canada

It is a brand that was introduced in the early 1the 960s and is made by Philip Morris International. The brand is also marketed in numerous countries such as Canada, Honduras, Ecuador, Paraguay, Finland, Spain, Egypt to name a few. 

Benson & hedges

Country: United Kingdom

It is a very famous brand that was introduced in 1873. Based on the region it has three different owners namely Altria Philip Morris International, British American Tobacco, and Japan Tobacco International. It is marketed in almost every country in the world. They include a wide variety of products such as Benson & Hedges Premium, Benson & Hedges luxury, Benson & Hedges Deluxe, Benson & Hedges Gold, Benson & Hedges Silver, etc.

Noblesse

Country: Israel

It is a brand that was introduced in 19  and is produced by Dubek. It is marketed in various countries such as Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland to name a few. They also have product varieties such as Noblesse Filter, Noblesse Golden Virginia, Noblesse Blend.

Peace

Country: Japan

It is a brand that was introduced in 1946 and is produced by Japan Tobacco. They have a huge range of varieties such as Peace Filter Cigarettes, Peace Medium, Peace Lights, Peace Super Lights to name a few.

Mevius

Country: Japan

It is a brand that was introduced in 1977 and is produced by Japan Tobacco and has markets in many countries such as Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Taiwan to name a few. They also have a wide variety of products such as Mevius Original, Mevius Box, Mevius Lights, Mevius Super LightBox, etc.

Memphis

Country: Austria/ Hungary

It is a brand that was introduced in 1897 and is produced by Gallaher Group. Apart from Austria, they are also marketed in different countries such as Switzerland, Italy, Bulgaria, Greece, Slovakia to name a few.

Longbeach

Country: Australia

It is a brand that was introduced in the 1980s and is produced by Philip Morris International and has markets in New Zealand, Indonesia along with Australia.

Fortuna

Country: Spain

It is a brand that was introduced in 1974 and is produced by Altadis, which is a part of Imperial Tobacco. Apart from Spain they also have markets in Morocco, Italy, Poland, Romania, Brazil to name a few.

Everest

Country: Zimbabwe

It is a brand that is produced by British American Tobacco Zimbabwe Holdings. They have markets in South Africa, Vietnam, Zimbabwe, Belgium to name a few.

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