Rumour Alert!…Bolivar - next UK Regional?
A New Cuban for the UK? Bolivar “Selección de Simón”
The rumour mill has been spinning overtime, and this one could be the bombshell of the year for Cuban cigar enthusiasts in the UK. Word on the street is that the next UK Regional Edition will be none other than a Bolívar — and not just any Bolívar, but one with a name that carries weight and history.
Whispers suggest it will be called “Selección de Simón” — a tribute to the late Simon Chase, one of the most respected voices in the world of Cuban cigars. Chase, who spent decades at Hunters & Frankau, shaped the cigar culture in the UK like few others ever have. A Bolivar bearing his name? That would be both fitting and powerful.
And the size? Well, that’s where it gets even juicier. The chatter is that the cigar will be a Maravillas No. 2, a hefty vitola measuring 55 x 6 1/2 If that rings a bell, it should: this size has only ever appeared in ultra-exclusive releases — the Montecristo 80 Aniversario and the Habanos Linea 1935 Leyenda. To see it return under the Bolívar banner, tied to Simon Chase’s legacy, would be nothing short of sensational.
Why This is Shaking Things Up
A big name, a big tribute. Simon Chase wasn’t just a marketing man; he was the storyteller, historian, and ambassador for Cuban cigars in the UK. If true, this release would immortalize his influence in a way no collector or aficionado could ignore.
Rare vitola alert. The Maravillas No. 2 is already a legend. Big ring gauge, elegant length, and an aura of exclusivity. Adding a Bolívar badge to it could make this one of the most sought-after regionals in years.
UK’s cigar crown jewel? If this rumour plays out, the UK market will have landed one of the most symbolic and desirable Cuban releases ever. It would be a head-turner not just in Britain, but globally.
The Bottom Line
At this stage, nothing is confirmed. There’s no official word from Habanos S.A., or Hunters & Frankau. But if the whispers prove true, the Bolívar Selección de Simón could be the next crown jewel of the UK Regional Editions — a cigar that honours a legend, revives a legendary size, and adds another layer to the Bolívar mystique.
For now, it’s just a rumour — but a rumour worth keeping an eye on.
Disclaimer: The above is based on industry chatter and unconfirmed sources. Nothing has been officially announced by Habanos S.A. or related companies. Treat this as speculation, not fact.