Franco

Franco

FRANCO

Franco cigars come from one of the most prestigious factories in the Dominican Republic, Tabacalera Palma. The talented cigar maker Jose “Jochy” Blanco is the mastermind behind this premium cigar brand and numerous others as well.
Jochy is one of the most accomplished cigar makers in the industry. The art of cultivating exquisite tobacco runs in the Blanco blood. Jochy and his
cousin, who is also known named Jose Blanco, are the fourth generation of the family to be involved in the tobacco industry.
In 1925, Jochy’s ancestors founded the Tabacalera Palma, where Jochy is now Chief Executive Officer. The family is responsible for opening the first cigar manufacturer in the Dominican Republic. Throughout the years the family has consistently supported the local economy by working with local independent growers and employing upwards of 1,500 people.
Tabacalera Palma has been a force in the Dominican Republic’s cigar industry while Jochy has been a force in the global cigar industry. Jochy’s talents are innumerable and have taken him across to several different countries.
He has worked with respected brands such as Aging Room, La Aurora, and more. Jochy has also held the position of Vice President at Joya de Nicaragua and currently holds the position EPC Cigars, an industry leader with a family heritage in quality cigars.
The common thread between all the positions Jochy has held is the remarkable quality of the products those companies produce. The Franco brand does not get much publicity and is a well-kept secret among Tabacalera Palma fans. As with everything, Jochy is continuously improving upon what was already available including the Franco brand, which was established in 1993.
The filler blend in Franco cigars consists of extraordinarily aged spicy Dominican tobacco. The silky wrapper leaves on Franco cigars are sourced from Connecticut. Expert torcedors at Tabacalera Palma skillfully roll Franco cigars and ensure the cigars have excellent construction.
Franco cigars are medium bodied and offer aficionados an exceptional smoking experience. Franco cigars have become one of the most popular cigars among the locals in Santiago, which is where the Tabacalera Palma is located. 
No gimmicks, no flashy packaging, just a bonafide quality cigar. There is a large tight-lipped community of aficionados who like to the keep the stature of Franco cigars a secret, so it is clear Jochy has hit the ball out of the park with yet another brand. Pick up some Franco cigars at Mike’s Cigars.
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