Best ACID Cigars: Kuba Kuba, Blondie & Infused Blends

ACID cigars are unlike anything else in the premium world — infused with botanicals, oils, and aromatics for a distinctive, fragrant smoking experience that has built a cult following. If you find traditional cigars too earthy or want something genuinely different, ACID is where to start.

Made by Drew Estate, the ACID line pioneered the modern infused-cigar category. Here’s a guide to the blends and who they’re for.

The ACID Story

Created by Drew Estate, ACID broke every rule when it launched — infusing premium tobacco with a secret blend of botanicals and essential oils to create something aromatic, sweet, and instantly recognizable. The result won over a whole generation of smokers who wanted flavor and fragrance over tradition, making ACID the benchmark for infused cigars.

The ACID Blends, Explained

ACID Kuba Kuba — the flagship. The most recognizable ACID blend. The Kuba Kuba is rich, sweet, and intensely aromatic, blending premium tobaccos with exotic botanicals — a mild-medium, full-flavored experience that defines the line.

ACID Blondie — the easygoing short smoke. A smaller, mild, highly aromatic format. The Blondie delivers ACID’s signature sweet, fragrant character in a quick, approachable size — perfect for a shorter session.

Which ACID Is Right for You?

New to cigars or infused cigars? Both ACID blends are beginner-friendly thanks to their sweetness and aromatic smoothness — the Blondie especially, for a shorter first experience. (See our beginner’s guide.)

Want the full ACID experience? The Kuba Kuba is the iconic, must-try blend.

If you enjoy sweet, aromatic, infused cigars, you’ll also love Tatiana — another standout in the flavored category — and our full Infused & Aromatic collection.

The Best Way to Experience ACID

Keep your ACID cigars fresh and aromatic by storing them properly. Explore our Collector Series humidor kits to keep your collection at the ideal humidity, or browse all ACID 3-Packs to find your favorite blend.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best ACID cigar?
The ACID Kuba Kuba is the most popular and recognizable blend, prized for its rich, sweet, aromatic character. The Blondie is a great milder, shorter alternative.

What are ACID cigars infused with?
ACID cigars are infused by Drew Estate with a proprietary blend of botanicals and essential oils, giving them their signature sweet, aromatic flavor and fragrance.

Are ACID cigars good for beginners?
Yes. Their sweetness and aromatic smoothness make ACID cigars approachable for newer smokers, especially the mild Blondie.

How should I store ACID cigars?
Keep them at around 69% relative humidity, ideally separated from non-infused cigars so the aromatics don’t transfer. A humidor or humidity-locked kit maintains this automatically.

Want to compare brands side by side? See our complete guide to the best cigar brands for an overview of every maker by style and strength.

Ready to try something different? Browse all ACID cigars or explore our Collector Series — humidity-locked and ready to smoke.