Cigar bars and lounges in Bangkok are no longer high-end boutiques where one buys and smokes imported cigars in private.
Today’s Bangkok cigar lounge combines high-end cigars, top-shelf whiskey, fine art, and entertainment.
This creates a unique, one of a kind exclusive venue for VIPs.
We had a look at all the popular venues in Bangkok and discovered the best cigar lounges where you can take your friends and partners for a fun night out.
1. Alex Cigar & Whisky Bar (in Watthana)
Alex Cigar & Whiskey Bar concept is a passion for various cigar and single malt whiskey flavors.
You can find the venue in the Eight Thonglor Building, Soi Sukhumvit 55.
The owner’s vision is to attract business people who come to socialize and talk business.
They’ll have various cigar flavors while sipping single malt whiskey and listening to laid back jazz.
Inside, you’ll find one of the top 5 Robusto cigars.
They are fuller-bodied and richer than other Cuban cigar types.
If your taste is toward more well-known Cuban brands, Cohibas and Partagas are also available.
In addition to a large selection of single malt whiskey, Alex also offers top-shelf spirits.
These include Patron Tequila, Grey Goose Vodka, and Hendricks Gin.
There are a variety of membership packages available for loyal customers.
A membership gives you access to cigar storage lockers, a private lounge, cigar tastings, whiskey tastings, and other private events.
You can get membership packages for 50,000 baht, 100,000 baht, 300,000 baht, or the all-inclusive membership at 500,000 baht.
- Opening Hours: Daily 3pm-12am
- Drinks: single malt whiskey, cocktails, wine
- Address: ตึก Eight ชั้น1 Thonglor Rd, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand
2. Whisgars (Sukhumvit 23)
Whisgars is on Sukhumvit 23.
They specialize in hand-rolled cigars and the finest single malt whiskies.
Their in-house cigar curators have traveled worldwide to find four of the finest non-Cuban brands available.
This includes Perdomo’s from Nicaragua, El Primer Mundo, EP Carillo and Pinar Del Rio from the Dominican Republic.
All range in price from 300 baht to 1290 baht each.
To compliment your cigar, Whisgars offers a selection of single malt whiskies by the glass or bottle.
Single malts by the glass range from 250 baht to 380 baht, and bottles go for 2500 baht to 3800 baht.
If you opt for a craft cocktail, the staff can create an original drink using the freshest ingredients.
The bar offers nightly entertainment, featuring a jazz band four nights per week and a house magician two nights per week.
All entertainment starts at 9 pm and runs until midnight.
The clientele at Whisgars is mostly foreign and Thai professionals.
But they welcome anyone who wants to learn about fine cigars and whiskey.
- Opening Hours: Daily 4.30pm-12am
- Drinks: single malt whiskey, single cask whiskey, craft cocktails
- Address: 16 Soi Sukhumvit 23, Khlong Toei Nuea, Watthana, Bangkok 10110, Thailand
3. Cohiba Atmosphere Bangkok (in Pathum Wan District)
Cohiba Atmosphere is a traditional old school cigar bar.
It was designed as a space for VIPs who want to indulge in world-class cigars and high-end spirits.
The bar is located in a two-story converted old-style House on Soi Ruamdee 3 Ploenchit Rd Lumpini, Bangkok.
You’ll find a climate-controlled walk-in humidor with the largest selection of Cuban cigars.
There are over 300 cigars to choose from, including Cohiba Siglo II, Partagas, and Punch Cuban.
The full-service bar offers an impressive selection of over 200 single malt, blended, and grain whiskies, all available by the glass.
Cohiba Atmosphere also offers wines and champagnes from its 2400 bottle “Euro Cave” wine cellar.
For those wishing for an exclusive arrangement, Cohiba Atmosphere offers exclusive membership packages.
If you’ve been looking for an old school cigar and whiskey bar, you’ll find it at Cohiba Atmosphere.
- Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday 12pm-10pm; Closed on Sunday
- Drinks: single malt, blended, and grain whiskies, wine, and champagne
- Address: 63 Soi Ruamrudee Community, Lumphini, Pathum Wan District, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
4. DUKE Contemporary Art Space at Gaysorn (in Pathum Wan District)
Duke Contemporary Art Space at Gaysorn is a unique combination of an art gallery, a cigar lounge, and a high-end whiskey bar.
The bar is located on the first floor of Gaysorn Plaza.
As you pass the entrance, you’ll see selected pieces of art from local artists.
Beyond the exhibition hall are the bar and cigar lounges.
This is where you can enjoy a selection of cigars, single malts, cognacs, and wines.
Also featured every Friday is a jazz ensemble from 8 pm until 11 pm.
As for the cigars, you’ll find Nicaraguan Davidoff’s, Cuban Bolivar Royals, Cohibas, Montecristo’s, and Partagas in the cigar lounge.
The art gallery, the bar, and a part of the cigar lounge are open to the public.
If you prefer privacy, memberships are available.
This allows access to the private areas of the cigar lounge through a private entrance.
For a unique art, cigar, whiskey, and jazz experience, give Duke Contemporary Art Space at Gaysorn a look.
- Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday 12pm-10pm; Closed on Sunday
- Drinks: single malt whiskey, cognacs, wine
- Address: 1 st, Fl. Gaysorn Village, 999 Phloen Chit Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan District, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
5. Cigar One Bangkok (in Pathum Wan District)
Cigar One Bangkok is a whiskey and cigar lounge located in [email protected]
It is home to a wide selection of premium cigars, single malts, and hand-crafted cocktails.
Choose from a variety of Cuban and other imported cigars.
These include Cohiba Magicos, Davidoff Special R Tubos, and Romeo y Julieta Romeo Deluxe.
Cigar One is also home to renowned and respected barman Khun Sompong Boonsri whose mixology put Bangkok on the world’s cocktail map.
Sample two of his Thai inspired concoctions.
The Thai-Jito and the Tom Yam Tanqueray Martini.
Both cocktails infuse Thai spices and flavors with western favorites.
Pair these locally inspired cocktail favorites with Cigar One’s extensive cigar selection.
Then, you’ll have a culturally diverse evening – cigars from Central America and cocktails from Thailand.
- Opening Hours: Daily 5 pm-12 am
- Drinks: single malt whiskey, Thai inspired craft cocktails
- Address: Witthayu 131 Sindhorn Tower Lumpini, Pathum Wan District, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
6. The Blind Pig at Hotel Muse (Pratum Nam)
The Blind Pig at Hotel Muse is located at the Speakeasy Rooftop Bar on the hotel’s 24th floor.
It takes on the vibe of the 1920’s Prohibition Era.
The Blind Pig offers the most sought-after premium cigars, so whatever type you favor, you can count on the Blind Pig to have it.
Some of the cigars they feature are Montecristo’s at 570 baht each and Romeo Y Julieta Churchills at 1250 baht each.
If you have any questions regarding their cigars, The Blind Pig’s concierge staff is always nearby with an answer or a light.
As you savor your sweet-smelling cigar, you might want to pair it with one of the Blind Pigs aged single malts.
Or for something different. a gin cocktail made with one of the Blind Pigs 70 premium gins from around the world.
Whatever your pleasure, the lounge at the Blind Pig is an inviting space to enjoy a cigar and a whiskey or two.
If you enjoy the Roaring 20’s speakeasy vibe at Blind Pig, then you might enjoy Blind Pigs Prohibition Nights.
These take place on the last Friday and Saturday of every month.
- Opening Hours: Daily 6pm-12am
- Drinks: single malt whiskey, cocktails
- Address: 55/555 ถนน หลังสวน Lumphini, Khet Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
7. Character Whisky & Cigar Bar (Pathum Nam)
The Character Whiskey and Cigar Bar is located in the Anantara Siam Bangkok hotel.
It caters to wealthy Thai Chinese business people and foreign expats.
Character features the most extensive non-Cuban cigar menu in Bangkok.
This impressive cigar menu features cigars from Nicaragua, Honduras, the Dominican Republic, and even Jamaica.
Except for one or two cigars priced at 400 baht, most of the cigars will start at 1150 baht for Nicaraguan CAO Flatheads.
They can go as high as 1850 baht for Honduran Liga Privada Unico Flying Pigs.
If you need assistance, a cigar attendant is always nearby to light your cigar.
The bar specializes in single malts only, with plenty of affordable glass options from 300 baht to 400 baht.
You can also opt for more expensive options such as an 1800 baht top-shelf Macallan.
You can also order by bottle, with prices ranging from 4500 baht to 25,500 baht.
Memberships are also available for climate-controlled cigar and bottle storage.
Also included are private parties and private cigar and whiskey tastings.
Depending on your expectations, memberships are available at 40,000, 95,000, or 165,000 baht.
- Opening Hours: Daily 5pm-12am
- Drinks: single malt whiskey
- Address: 153/2 Mahatlek Luang 1 Alley, Lumphini, Pathum Wan District, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
8. La Casa del Habano At Mandarin Oriental (BangRak)
La Casa Del Habano is a British colonial-style cigar lounge inside the world-renowned Mandarin Oriental Hotel.
It was the first official retailer of Habanos cigars in Thailand.
La Casa Del Habano reeks of old-world charm and luxury.
Inside its climate-controlled cigar cases, you will find every Cuban cigar imaginable.
These include H.Upmann, Cohibas, Partagas, Montecristo, and Romeo y Julieta.
The bar inside La Casa Del Habano Bang offers over 80 brands of rare and expensive liquor for you to sip as you savor your cigar.
If you prefer a cocktail and a little jazz, they’re only a swinging door away inside the Mandarin’s world-famous Bamboo Bar.
For the cigar lovers who appreciate old world charm, be sure to include La Casa Del Habano in your Bangkok itinerary.
- Opening: Daily 12pm-11pm
- Drinks: rare whiskies and liquors
- Address: Mandarin Oriental Hotel Bangkok 48 Oriental Avenue, Khwaeng Bang Rak, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500
9. AloneTogether Bangkok (Sukhumvit 31)
Alonetogether is a classic two-story speakeasy that features locally inspired cocktails.
You can enjoy live jazz while smoking in the cigar lounge on the newly opened second floor.
If you have a passion for jazz, drop by any Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, or Saturday night from 9:30 pm until midnight.
Listen to some of Bangkok’s best jazz bands, including local jazz group Pomelo Town and the Podchara quartet.
The bar at AloneTogether gives classic cocktails a Thai twist by using fresh, local ingredients.
Try their signature drink, Frozen Screwdriver.
It combines vodka, fresh-squeezed pomelo citrus, Sheng orange, and Sunkist orange.
It’s then frozen and served as an alcoholic slushie.
Another drink, Cold Fashioned, is a Thai version of a classic Old Fashioned.
It combines bourbon and bitters with black cardamom and raw cane sugar to put a local twist on an ageless cocktail.
All these special cocktails are priced from 380 baht to 420 baht.
When you’re ready for a smoke, savor a hand-rolled imported cigar while listening to classic sounds on aged vinyl on the second floor.
The hand-rolled cigars are priced at 700 baht each.
If your passion is amazing jazz, hand-rolled cigars, and classic cocktails with a Thai twist, Alonetogether is a must-visit.
- Opening Hours: Daily 7pm-12am
- Drinks: Thai inspired cocktails
- Address: 29 Sukhumvit 31, Klongton Nue, Watthana, Bangkok 10110
10. Balcony Lounge & Humidor Cigar Bar at InterContinental Bangkok (Pathum Nam)
The Balcony Lounge and Humidor Cigar bar is a restaurant and tea house during the day.
At night, it’s transformed into a cigar and whiskey bar.
If you want to check out this place, you’ll find the bar in the InterContinental Bangkok hotel.
The cigar menu is exclusively Cuban, featuring Montecristo’s, Cohibas, and Partagas.
The bar is also transformed at night to offer an impressive selection of single malt whiskey, cocktails, and high-end wine offerings.
There is live entertainment Wednesday through Saturday nights from 9 pm till midnight to ensure a fun night.
- Opening Hours: Temporarily Closed
- Drinks: single malt whiskey, cocktails, wine
- Address: 973 Phloen Chit Rd, Lumphini, Pathum Wan District, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Bangkok Cigar Bars and Lounges Map
Let A Concierge Buy The Cigars For You
You don’t have time to pickup the cigars yourself?
VLS luxury lifestyle concierge can do it for you.
Their excellent team of lifestyle concierges is always there for you, whether you need someone to help you with grocery shopping, pick up important packages on the other side of Bangkok, or even organize a romantic dinner.
Let them handle everything for you while you relax.
FAQs
Do They Sell Cigars In Thailand?
Yes, cigars are legal and sold in Thailand. But you can only bring in two cigars when arriving overseas due to Thai tobacco laws.
Thai tobacco laws prohibit the advertising of tobacco products. So it might be difficult to buy cigars.
The best place to buy cigars is at one of the cigar bars and lounges listed above.
Where Can I Buy Cigars In Bangkok?
Any of the cigar bars and lounges cited above sells cigars. But of the largest selection of cigars in Bangkok, head to Whisgars in Sukhumvit soi 23.
Can You Smoke Cigars Outside The Bars In Bangkok?
Thailand’s tobacco laws forbid smoking inside public enclosed spaces like bars and restaurants. But cigar bars and lounges are private clubs so that they can get around the rules.
If you are not within the cigar bar or lounge premises, it’s best not to smoke anything. This ensures you’re abiding by Thai rules.
The cigar bars listed are venues where you can smoke cigars. Many also have outdoor areas if you need some fresh air.
Are Tips Required At Cigar Bars In Bangkok?
Tipping is a sticky situation in Thailand. It is not customary except in big hotels and seeing that many of the cigar bars and lounges are inside big hotels, it’s best to tip.
The only reason not to tip is if a 10% or a higher service charge is added to the bottom of your bill. This is considered a gratuity, and if you see a service charge added to the bill, there’s no need to leave a tip.
What Are The Best Drinks To Pair With Cigars?
Single malt whiskey seems to be a cigar smoker’s favorite drink to pair with a cigar. If you’re bringing a lady friend along, they may prefer craft cocktails or fine wines.
But, everyone has their own favorites. You can be sure the staff will recommend their best cigars and drinks combos at each bar listed.
For most guys visiting a cigar bar, we know you may want to kick on and party all night after a few whiskeys and a smoke.
Fortunately, there are many other places you can visit in Bangkok for more fun.
Here are some ideas for you:
Summary
| Lounges | Cigars | Drinks |
|---|---|---|
| Alex Cigar & Whisky Bar | Cohibas, Partagas | single malt whiskey, cocktails, wine |
| Whisgars | Perdomo, El Primer Mundo, EP Carillo | single malt & cast whiskey, craft cocktails |
| Cohiba Atmosphere Bangkok | Cohiba Siglo II, Partagas, Punch Cuban | single malt, blended, and grain whiskies, wine |
| DUKE Contemporary Art Space | Davidoff's, Cuban Bolivar Royals, Cohibas | single malt whiskey, cognacs, wine |
| Cigar One Bangkok | Cohiba Magicos, Davidoff Special R Tubos, Romeo y Julieta Romeo Deluxe | single malt whiskey, Thai inspired craft cocktails |
| The Blind Pig at Hotel Muse | Montecristo, Romeo Y Julieta Churchills | single malt whiskey, cocktails |
| Character Whisky & Cigar Bar | CAO Flatheads, Liga Privada Unico Flying Pigs | single malt whiskey |
| Balcony Lounge & Humidor Cigar Bar | Montecristo, Cohibas, Partagas | single malt whiskey, cocktails, wine |
| Alonetogether Bangkok | Various Hand-Rolled Imported Cigar | Thai inspired cocktails |
| Chindasia | Perdomo, Non-Cuban cigars | single malt whiskey, fine wines, cocktails |
| La Casa del Habano at Mandarin Oriental | H.Upmann, Cohibas, Partagas, Montecristo, Romeo y Julieta | rare whiskies and liquors |