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Yasnier Betancourt
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Yasnier Betancourt

Artisanal cigar roller in Havana

Yasnier moved to Havana from a small town in Pinar del Río at 16, drawn by the city’s rich tobacco heritage and the promise of mastering the artisanal craft. A defining moment came when, at 21, Yasnier won a local rolling competition during the Festival del Habano, earning the respect of seasoned torcedores. Today, Yasnier is known in Havana’s Vedado neighborhood for hand-rolling cigars with an unmatched finesse that blends tradition and innovation, making each cigar a piece of living Cuban culture.

Yasnier Betancourt

Hola, amigo! If you're in Havana and want to experience the true art of cigar making, come visit my workshop. I can show you how we select the leaves and roll the cigars by hand—it's a craft that takes patience and passion. Let me know when you’re around, and I’ll make sure you get a genuine taste of our tobacco heritage!

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