Sandhills Premium Cigars

If you're after a fine handmade cigar in Hope Mills, Sandhills Premium Cigars is a name that comes up fast. Tim, the owner, runs the place, and the word around town is that he knows his stuff. Locals will tell you he keeps a fantastic assortment of boutique and hard-to-find brands, the kind of unique sticks you don't stumble across just anywhere.

Ask him what you like and he'll walk you through the shop until he lands on something that fits your taste and your budget. This is as much a lounge as it is a shop. Regulars describe the atmosphere as welcoming, laid-back, and homey, the sort of place where you settle in, light up, and end up in a good conversation.

People passing through on work trips have made a habit of stopping by every night they're in town, and more than a few travelers say it was the best decision they made on the trip. If you're a seasoned aficionado or just getting into cigars, folks say Tim takes the time to get to know your preferences and steer you right, honest recommendations and all. The selection is solid and the prices are fair, which is a big part of why this has become one of the highest-regarded cigar shops in the area.

Tim's passion for the craft comes up again and again, and he'll happily share an insight or two even seasoned smokers hadn't heard before. As one regular summed it up, this place is a must try. If you're in Hope Mills or just driving through, it's worth pulling over for.