DBL / Dominican Big Leaguer – Cigars

DBL: Cigars for Sports Fans

If there were such a thing as the perfect cigars for a sports bar, they would undoubtedly be from DBL—short for Dominican Big Leaguer. That becomes clear right away—where else would you find cigars shaped like a baseball bat? The Baseball Bat Connecticut and the Baseball Bat Maduro are true eye-catchers. There were even cigars shaped like footballs at one point—though they are now, unfortunately, sold out.

The direction at DBL is clear: sports and cigars go hand in hand. No surprise, then, that some cigar varieties are named after famous U.S. athletes. “La Flecha” pays tribute to Fernando Rodney, the legendary pitcher for the Detroit Tigers and Tampa Bay Rays.

“La Maquina” is an homage to Albert Pujols, a longtime baseman for the St. Louis Cardinals and Los Angeles Angels. Both players hail from the Dominican Republic—making the connection to the cigars’ origins even stronger.

Cigars for True Aficionados: Dominican Big Leaguer

With DBL, it’s all about kicking back, enjoying a premium cigar, and pairing it with a lager beer—or, depending on your taste, a pilsner. And for those in Düsseldorf, a classic Altbier is, of course, a great choice.

The baseball bat shape is not just a visual highlight—it could even come in handy around the house, whether as a sports accessory or if you ever need to demonstrate your quick reflexes. As Schiller almost said: “A baseball bat at home is as good as a watchman.” Or something like that…

Sports and Tobacco: The World of DBL

But back to what really matters: Francisco Almonte, the mastermind behind DBL, is a true expert. Before founding his own label, he worked for Arturo Fuente and La Flor Dominicana.

With DBL, he merges his two greatest passions: sports and cigars. He grows his own tobacco and experiments extensively, which is reflected in a remarkable variety of formats.

And the best part? DBL cigars don’t just look extraordinary—they are also expertly blended and crafted to perfection.