Masterclass

  El Optimista Presents:

Cigar Masterclass for Beginners

A 3-Hour Private Journey into the World of Fine Cigars

Discover the heritage, ritual, and refined pleasure of cigar culture in this immersive, invitation-only masterclass — guided by the experts at El Optimista.

  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • Hosted In: Singapore • Bangkok • Vietnam • Dubai • Panama
  • Group Size: Private or Small Group (10–15 Guests)
  • Includes: Welcome Drink

What You’ll Learn:

  • From Seed to Smoke – The journey of a fine cigar
  • Choosing Your First Cigar – Size, strength, and shape demystified
  • Cutting, Lighting, and Smoking – Hands-on, guided ritual
  • Tasting & Pairing – Match cigars with whisky, rum, or coffee
  • Cigar Etiquette – How to enjoy with confidence
  • Intro to Cigar Investment (optional) – How cigars age and gain value

Each Guest Receives:

  • 1 Premium El Optimista Cigar
  • Personal Cigar Tasting Notes
  • Certificate of Completion

Perfect For:

  • First-time cigar lovers
  • Lifestyle & luxury enthusiasts
  • Hospitality and F&B professionals
  • Corporate experiences or private gatherings

 By Invitation Only

To request an invitation, fill out the form below. We’ll be in touch with available dates and venues near you.

Limited Seats Per Session. Each class is hosted in a hand-picked lounge or private setting for an intimate experience.









Participants must be 21+ years old. Smoking is harmful to health. El Optimista promotes mindful, responsible enjoyment.