Our Journey

Don Abram Harris Cigars was built on a simple idea: that quality is not negotiable, and craftsmanship still matters.

What began as a deep respect for tradition quickly became something more — a commitment to creating cigars that stand apart in both construction and character — while carrying a sense of story, heritage, and memory.

We don’t chase trends, and we don’t cut corners. Every blend, every roll, and every detail is approached with intention.

The result is not just a cigar, but an experience — one that reflects the discipline, patience, and pride behind everything we do.

I’m Abram Harris, founder of Don Abram Harris Cigars, and the first African American to produce premium hand-rolled cigars in the United States.

My journey began in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, where I grew up as the youngest of seven. My father worked in the tobacco fields, and that early exposure shaped both my respect for the craft and my understanding of what it takes to do it right.

Before entering the cigar industry, I built businesses from the ground up — including a trucking company and a vitamin line — learning firsthand what discipline, resilience, and consistency really require.

In 2007, I brought that same mindset into cigars. What started as an idea became a standard — one rooted in quality, tradition, and personal meaning. Many of the cigars we produce today are tied directly to my story, my family, and the people who shaped my path.

This isn’t just a business to me. It’s a reflection of where I come from, what I believe in, and the legacy I intend to leave behind.