TOR: The Great British Distributor of New World Cigars
TOR Imports Ltd., established in 1992, is the UK’s foremost importer and distributor of premium New World Cigars ® from Nicaragua, the Dominican Republic, Honduras, and Mexico.
The company is dedicated to introducing top-rated cigar ranges while delivering exceptional customer service and trade support, including specialised training programmes.
TOR’s approach is straightforward: by working exclusively with the world’s finest cigar makers and selecting partners who align in values, we ensure a portfolio with the highest standards.
As an active member of the Imported Tobacco Products Advisory Council (ITPAC) in the UK and the Premium Cigar Association (PCA) internationally, TOR is recognised worldwide as a leader in cigar legislation and advocacy.
The House of №1's
80% of the No.1 ranked cigars by Cigar Aficionado belong to the 'New World'; a term used for premium tobacco origins, such as Nicaragua, Honduras and Dominican Republic.
TOR proudly represents 14 of the 17 New World Cigars ® that have won this accolade since Cigar Aficionado launched its yearly Top 25 Cigars of the Year in 2004.
The NWC Seal & Principles
The New World Cigars ® emblem is a mark of quality and authenticity for our premium cigars in the UK. It guarantees that the product has been meticulously inspected after arriving domestically and adheres to our high standards, highlighting our commitment to excellence and compliance.
Family Owned
We work with family-owned companies like ourselves. They proudly carry their family name or origin on the band. This is their badge of honour and a standard of their quality.
Heritage
They are not newcomers in our industry. We work with people with proven track record, whose legacy and contributions to the industry are evident and tangible.
Award Winning
We are proud to be ‘The House of No.1s’, with a portfolio that features most of the highest ranked cigars in the world from the last two decades.
Governance
Our suppliers provide fair above average wages, offer health programmes and support programmes for their disabled employees, subsidised childcare, gender equality and more.
Vertical Integration
Most of our manufacturers have total in-house control of all of their processes, from seedling to pre-industry, to rolling. We have witnessed their operations from seed to smoke.
Impact
They take environmental responsibilities seriously, as well as taking action in their communities through their own foundations or by supporting local NGO’s.
Meet the Team
Scott Vines
Managing Director
Huw Williams
Strategic Partnership Manager
Stephen Brothwood
Finance Manager
Ruth Powell
Operations Manager
Jerry Mir
Senior Sales Executive
Helen Groome
Business Development Manager
John Strange
Head of Hospitality & Scottish Retail
Carlos Zúñiga
Strategic Development & Marketing Director
Cally Humphrey
Social Media Manager
Ian Henley
Warehouse Manager
Alfonso Sherzi
Brand Ambassador
Martyn Dodd
Warehouse Operator
TOR Tour
The Tor Tour is the ultimate educational experience for premium cigar professionals in the United Kingdom. Since 2016, Tor has taken tobacconists on transformative journeys through Nicaragua, the Dominican Republic, and Mexico. This ‘seed-to-smoke’ immersive programme provides first-hand knowledge into the craft of premium cigars.
Social Impact
At TOR, we proudly support Colegio Belén, a school in Estelí, Nicaragua, managed by the international charity Fe y Alegría. This Christian organisation, whose name translates to "Faith and Joy," is dedicated to delivering high-quality education to children from some of the city’s most disadvantaged areas.
Since 2020, TOR, in partnership with our retail collaborators, has contributed to the school through various initiatives. These include funding technical equipment and ensuring all students receive a year’s worth of nutritious breakfast and lunch, fostering both their education and well-being.
Together, we strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of these Nicaraguan children, supporting their journey towards a better future.
