Arturo Fuente · Hemingway
New WorldEverydayArturo Fuente Hemingway Best Seller
A short, fat Cameroon perfecto with a wide belly — the same beloved Hemingway blend as the Short Story, just rounder and richer.
The short answer
The Arturo Fuente Hemingway Best Seller is a balanced, medium-bodied smoke — a Dominican Republic perfecto with a Cameroon wrapper. Expect cedar, roasted nuts, and baking spice. Critics rate it 91/100.
Flavor profile
Earthy · Roast · Spice · Creamy · Sweet
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2005
91/100
Scores as published by each reviewer. Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings; we don't score cigars ourselves.
The verdict
The Arturo Fuente Hemingway Best Seller is a balanced, medium-bodied smoke from Arturo Fuente's Hemingway line. It's a Dominican Republic (New World) perfecto wrapped in Cameroon at 4.5 in × 55.
On the palate, expect cedar, roasted nuts, and baking spice, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 55 minutes from light to nub.
It's well regarded: Cigar Aficionado rated it 91/100 in 2005. It pairs naturally with coffee, aged rum, and porter. If you're newer to cigars, this is a safe, enjoyable pick.
The Hemingway Best Seller is the Short Story's bigger sibling: still short at four and a half inches, but with a fat 55-ring belly that gives you more smoke and a slightly fuller body. It's a perfecto, so it tapers at both ends.
What it tastes like
You get the classic Hemingway profile — cedar, roasted nuts, a touch of baking spice — but the extra ring gauge rounds everything out and adds a creamy texture. The Cameroon wrapper brings a gentle natural sweetness that keeps the medium-bodied smoke easygoing. It's smooth from light to nub, with no rough edges.
Who it's for
A reliable everyday choice for anyone who likes Cameroon-wrapped cigars and wants a bit more heft than the Short Story without committing to a full hour. Newer smokers who've moved past mild Connecticuts will find it very friendly, and it pairs beautifully with a cup of coffee.
If you're weighing this against its little brother, Holt's-style "Short Story vs Best Seller" debates usually come down to size and time. Curious how Cameroon compares to darker leaves? See Maduro vs Connecticut. Track your favorites and rate them in the Casa DNC app, and if you're still learning the basics, our cigar strength guide puts "medium" in context.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Arturo Fuente Hemingway Best Seller — frequently asked
- Is the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Best Seller a good cigar for beginners?
- It's a good next step. Medium-bodied cigars are fine once you've enjoyed a few milder ones and want more flavor and depth.
- How strong is the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Best Seller?
- The Arturo Fuente Hemingway Best Seller is Medium-bodied. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Best Seller taste like?
- Expect cedar, roasted nuts, and baking spice, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What is the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Best Seller's rating?
- Published critic scores: Cigar Aficionado 91/100 (2005). Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings and doesn't score cigars itself.
- What pairs well with the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Best Seller?
- It pairs well with coffee, aged rum, and porter. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Best Seller?
- Plan on about 55 minutes for the perfecto — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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