Smokers can find a variety of cigars with fruity flavors, including cocoa, apple, peach, cherry and even mango. A fruity taste can provide an interesting change of pace from basic cigars, or a favorite flavor could become a cigar staple.
Another type of flavored cigar uses the tastes of different liquors. Whiskey, cognac and sambuca are popular liquor flavors, as are rum, bourbon and brandy. Alcohol flavors are sometimes preferred because cigar smokers traditionally enjoy a drink while smoking. The alcohol taste in the cigars is thought to improve the enjoyment of the smoking experience.
Smokers who prefer sweeter tastes sometimes opt for honey-flavored cigars. These are typically good for beginning cigar smokers because they keep the cigar from tasting too strong. If a smoker wants something sweet, but does not necessarily want a strong taste of fruits or liquor, a honey-flavored cigars provides a more subtle flavor option.
Some cigar leaves are specially treated to change the acidity of the cigar. The tobacco is usually stored in a room with hundreds of oils and herbs, which will give the leaves a unique flavor. The flavor will vary depending upon the specific storage technique that is employed.