Flor de Selva Cigars – Honduran Flavor With Character
Flor de Selva cigars stand out for two fascinating reasons: a strong personal story and a woman as founder – which is quite rare in the tobacco business. Maya Selva, whose full name is Maria-Pia Selva, comes from France. In 1995, she launched her own cigar label in Honduras. The spark? Her Honduran grandfather, who introduced her to the world of cigars – an unusual path for a woman. His passion for Honduran cigars inspired Maya to connect her roots with her French homeland – the birth of Flor de Selva.
How Hacico and Maya Selva Came Together
What started as a vision quickly took shape. Maya traveled to Honduras and tried out the local cigars – but none of them convinced her. Rather than giving up in disappointment, she seized that very moment to build something of her own. She stayed, learned the cigar craft from the ground up, and invested an entire year in her training. Along the way, she met Nestor Plasencia, one of the most influential names in the Central American tobacco world. Their encounter led to a close collaboration – the perfect foundation for Maya’s start in cigar production.
Flor de Selva – Handmade Cigars Driven by Passion
In 1995, it finally happened: the first box of Flor de Selva cigars was exported to France, laying the foundation for an impressive cigar brand. Today, more than 200 people work in her factories in Honduras and Nicaragua, and more than a million hand-rolled cigars are produced each year.
More Than Just Flor de Selva – A Diverse Portfolio Under One Label
Flor de Selva stands for premium tobaccos and exceptional craftsmanship. With her own blends and aromatic depth, Maya has impressed cigar lovers across Europe from day one. Today, the brand offers 13 different formats, some of which have received awards. One standout is the “Tempo,” a slightly bolder variant with smooth roasted notes and a clear sense of origin. The Flor de Selva family also includes Cumpay cigars and the bestseller from Honduras: Villa Zamorano.
Flor de Selva is often confused with Flor de Copan, but the similarity ends with the country of origin. In Germany, Flor de Selva is distributed by Kohlhase & Kopp – known for brands like De Olifant, Santa Damiana, Dunhill, and Rocky Patel. In addition to formats ranging from Panetela to Churchill, you’ll now also find Flor de Selva Maduro versions for those who prefer a fuller-bodied smoke.
