StogieHub News – Davidoff Cigars is bringing back its celebrated Chef’s Edition in 2025, reuniting the worlds of gourmet dining and premium cigars. After a four-year hiatus, the new Davidoff Chef’s Edition 2025 marks the latest chapter in a series known for uniting Michelin-starred chefs with Davidoff’s master blenders. This limited-edition Toro (6 ¼ × 52) cigar is a collaboration between Davidoff and five internationally acclaimed chefs holding a combined 11 Michelin stars. The result is a sophisticated smoking experience designed to evoke the finesse of a haute cuisine dessert course – a true “chef’s cigar” crafted for after-dinner indulgence.
Davidoff’s Chef’s Edition project has its roots in the company’s Tour Gastronomique events dating back to 2005. The concept evolved into the first Davidoff Chef’s Edition cigar in 2016 – a groundbreaking collaboration where Davidoff’s blenders worked with renowned chefs to craft the perfect after-dinner cigar. That inaugural 2016 release earned critical acclaim (even landing as the #4 Cigar of the Year) and quickly sold out. A second run in 2017 doubled production to meet demand, and an all-new blend in 2018 continued the momentum, garnering a Top 10 Cigar of the Year spot. After a brief lull, the series was revived in 2021 with another highly rated edition (scoring up to 96 points in some blind reviews). Now, in 2025, Davidoff is returning the Chef’s Edition once again – a much-anticipated comeback for this unique fusion of culinary and cigar artistry.
As with previous Chef’s Edition releases, Davidoff enlisted an elite lineup of chefs to help blend the 2025 cigar. This year’s collaboration brings together five luminaries of the culinary world (collectively boasting 11 Michelin stars):
Paolo Casagrande – Executive Chef of Lasarte (Barcelona/Spain) – *** (3 Michelin stars)
Christian Bau – Chef of Victor’s Fine Dining (Perl-Nennig/Germany) – *** (3 Michelin stars)
Kirk Westaway – Chef of JAAN (Singapore) – ** (2 Michelin stars)
Nick Bril – Chef of The Jane (Antwerp/Belgium) – ** (2 Michelin stars)
Michael Beltrán – Chef of Ariete (Miami/USA) – * (1 Michelin star)
These chefs are not only award-winning innovators in fine dining, but also passionate cigar aficionados themselves. Each chef is known for a “light and fresh” culinary style, and they brought those refined palates and creative visions to Davidoff’s blending table. “Watching the chefs co-create and refine the blend alongside our Master Blenders has been truly inspiring,” said Edward Simon, Chief Marketing Officer at Oettinger Davidoff. “Their refined palates brought to life a cigar that embodies their signature taste profiles as well as our signature Davidoff sophistication.” In short, the Chef’s Edition 2025 aims to distill the essence of Michelin-star dining into a cigar, marrying culinary artistry with tobacco craftsmanship.
So what does a cigar imagined by Michelin-starred chefs taste like? Early tasting notes from Davidoff’s team paint a picture of complexity and finesse. The opening of the cigar greets the palate with a dash of cayenne pepper spice followed by a silky sweetness reminiscent of whipped cream. As it progresses, the cigar unveils a “bouquet” of flavors: delicate floral tones (think rosewood and perfume-like aromas) interplay with a subtle hint of lemon zest, supported by nuances of leather in the background. In the final third, the intensity gently builds to a crescendo, revealing warmer notes of fresh spices, roasted coffee, and oak wood towards the finish. The overall profile is described as medium-bodied (about 3 out of 5 on Davidoff’s intensity scale) and exceedingly smooth, with a long, creamy finish.
Note: These flavor notes are descriptions of the cigar’s taste and aroma, not ingredients – much like wine or coffee tasting notes. Aficionados can expect 60–80 minutes of smoking time from this Toro, offering an experience that Davidoff says “translates the lightness and freshness of contemporary fine dining into a cigar bouquet.” In other words, the Chef’s Edition 2025 is blended to evoke the sensations of an elegant dessert or digestif course in a world-class restaurant, but in the form of a cigar.
A chef from the Davidoff Chefs Edition 2025 collaboration presents the limited-edition Toro cigars, reflecting the union of fine dining and cigar craftsmanship.
Davidoff has dressed the 2025 Chef’s Edition in packaging as luxurious and creative as its blend. Each ten-count box is built from solid wood with a polished marble inlay lid, echoing a chef’s cutting board in a gourmet kitchen. The marble slab on top is 100% natural stone, giving the box a substantial feel and a visual nod to culinary artistry. Inside, the presentation continues the kitchen motif: the underside of the lid has curved, recessed grooves carved out, designed to cradle the cigars securely – almost like slots on a fancy serving tray. The ten Toro cigars are thus elegantly displayed, each in its own niche, awaiting the moment to be savored.
Collectors will appreciate the thought put into this presentation. Past Davidoff Chef’s Editions have become coveted by enthusiasts not just for their taste but for their beautiful presentation, and the 2025 edition is no exception. The combination of wood and marble gives the box a modern yet classic feel, seamlessly tying together the cigar and culinary themes. It’s the kind of packaging that looks right at home in a connoisseur’s humidor or on display – a conversation piece even before the cigars are lit.
Mark your calendars: the Davidoff Chef’s Edition 2025 is set for an exclusive fall release. Davidoff has announced the cigars will begin shipping worldwide on September 11, 2025. They will be available at select Davidoff Appointed Merchants, premium cigar retailers, and Davidoff flagship stores across the globe. As always with Davidoff limited editions, quantities are finite – the company produced just 17,500 boxes of 10 cigars for this release. The U.S. market will receive 5,600 of those boxes, with the remainder allocated internationally, so availability will be very limited. Given the anticipated high demand, aficionados may need to act fast or contact their local Davidoff retailer to secure a box.
Pricing in the U.S. is expected to be around $55 per cigar (approximately $550 per box of 10). While that price positions the Chef’s Edition 2025 firmly in ultra-premium territory, it reflects the cigar’s rare tobaccos, extensive aging, and the unique collaboration behind it. For those fortunate enough to find it, the Chef’s Edition 2025 promises a one-of-a-kind experience that justifies its price tag.
The return of the Davidoff Chef’s Edition is big news in the cigar world, and for good reason. First, there’s the novelty and prestige of the concept – it’s not every day that master cigar blenders team up with Michelin-starred chefs to create a blend. This cross-discipline collaboration brings a fresh perspective to cigar blending, aiming to achieve that “perfect after-dinner cigar” profile that complements a gourmet meal. Such a project appeals to seasoned enthusiasts who appreciate nuance and complexity in their cigars, much like a fine wine or dish.
Secondly, the Chef’s Edition series has a track record of excellence. Previous editions are remembered fondly and have even achieved “cult status” among collectors. The 2016 and 2018 releases scored high in industry rankings (Top 5 and Top 10 of the year), and the 2021 edition garnered critical praise (including ratings as high as 95–96 points in blind tastings). This pedigree sets high expectations for the 2025 cigar. Davidoff’s CMO Edward Simon expressed confidence that their new chef d’œuvre (masterpiece) will delight connoisseurs of life’s finest pleasures – a sentiment that will resonate with those who enjoyed the prior Chef’s Editions.
Finally, the Chef’s Edition 2025 is significant because it signals Davidoff’s continued innovation and willingness to push boundaries. After a four-year gap since the last Chef’s Edition, its comeback shows Davidoff’s commitment to keeping the cigar experience exciting and refined. For aficionados, especially Davidoff fans, this release offers a chance to taste something truly unique and collectible. It’s a cigar that not only delivers flavor and aroma, but also tells a story – the story of how five celebrated chefs and Davidoff’s blending masters came together to create a cigar “that not only delights the palate but also tells a story of culinary artistry and tobacco craftsmanship coming together.” In essence, the Davidoff Chef’s Edition 2025 is more than just a cigar; it’s the embodiment of “the art of living” that both fine dining and fine cigars represent.
In summary, the Davidoff Chef’s Edition 2025 is poised to be one of the year’s most exciting releases for cigar lovers. It offers a rich backstory, impeccable credentials, and the promise of a memorable smoking experience. Whether you’re drawn by the Michelin-star connection, the rare aged tobaccos, or simply the allure of a top-tier Davidoff, this is a cigar to watch for (and savor if you get the opportunity). As always, StogieHub will keep you updated on this and other premium cigar launches – until then, happy smoking and bon appétit!
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