Smoke a Bit of History
One hundred and thirty years of an American cigar brand, founded, famous, forgotten, and brought back.
The Original Cremo Cigar, an icon of early America and the most successful cigar brand of the early 20th century, made a commitment to providing their customers with value.
The company which rose out of beautiful Manhattan, New York City attained the largest sales of any cigar in its class. The brand was also famously linked to musician Bing Crosby in the early days of Broadcasting Radio.
The days of early Manhattan may no longer be here, however a piece of those glorious days are back!
Cremo Cigars Founded
Established in 1896, the original Cremo Cigar was an icon of early America and the most successful, top-selling cigar brand of the early 20th century in its class.
Cremo Cigars was founded in the booming borough of Manhattan, New York by George Washington Hill.
Founder
Marketing Innovations
Cremo Cigars began to commission the painting of walls and facades that advertised the brand and was so successful that some of the original murals can still be seen across the country to this very day.
Star Power
The popularity of the brand was fast tracked when Cremo Cigars sponsored Bing Crosby, who was the number one singer in America at the time. Crosby was known as “The Cremo Singer” with a multitude of cigar commercials running during his program.
Decline
Sadly, during the 1940s, Cremo started to slowly disappear from the American market and eventually the brand ceased to exist.
Rebirth
NYC native Walter Santiago decided to acquire the Cremo Cigars brand with the bold intention of restoring its illustrious name. Cremo Cigars opened its Factory and Store in Overtown, Miami.
We’re proud to support Overtown and we’ve strategically placed our factory and invested in the community, cultivating the existing cultural growth.
Growth in Miami
As Cremo expanded, we relocated our factory to a larger space in the heart of Little Havana on Miami’s iconic Calle Ocho.
Today, at 1971 SW 8th Street, Miami, FL 33135, Cremo operates as a fully functioning cigar factory where premium cigars are crafted daily by skilled artisans using traditional Cuban techniques. From tobacco selection and blending to hand-rolling and quality control, every cigar is produced under our roof, reinforcing our commitment to true manufacturing excellence.
In addition to manufacturing, our factory welcomes visitors every day. Guests can tour the production floor, learn about the art of cigar making, and participate in hands-on experiences that offer a deeper understanding of the craft.
What began as a revival of a historic brand has evolved into a vibrant space where production, education, and culture come together.
Book a Miami Factory TourExpansion to the Dominican Republic
Honoring the deep roots of tobacco culture, Cremo expanded its operations to the Dominican Republic, a country internationally recognized for its exceptional tobacco.
In Puerto Plata, Tabacalera Cremo was established as a working factory open to the public, where Cuban techniques and Dominican tobacco expertise converge. Here, craftsmanship remains central to the identity of the brand.
Shortly after, Cremo further expanded its presence in the city with the opening of Cremo Cigar Bar, creating a space where premium cigars, Dominican culture, and tradition coexist in the historic heart of Puerto Plata.
Together, these locations represent Cremo’s continued commitment to honoring heritage while expanding its footprint across two of the world’s most significant cigar regions.
Explore the Dominican Republic
The Two Men Behind the Name
George Washington Hill
Founder · 1896Founded Cremo in the booming borough of Manhattan and built it into the top-selling cigar of its class.
Walter Santiago
Owner · RevivalNYC native who acquired the brand with the bold intention of restoring its illustrious name, and reopened the factory in Miami.
A Piece of Those Glorious Days Are Back
Come see the factory, taste what we roll, or take a box home.
