Genuine Tobacco Co

If you know cigars in Lancaster County, you already know about Genuine Tobacco Co in Columbia, Pennsylvania. Ask anyone who spends time here and the first thing they mention is the walk-in humidor. The premium selection runs deep, and just as important, everything is kept in prime condition. People who shop here swear by how consistently well their sticks burn, and more than a few will tell you this shop stores its cigars better than anywhere else in the county. Prices land right where they should, and the variety is hard to beat.

One regular wandered in on a whim and walked out with a Drew Estate Tabak Especial Dulce he couldn't find anywhere else, comparing the taste to caramel cake. The lounge is a big part of the draw. It's a clean, comfortable spot to settle in after a long day, catch a game, and enjoy a smoke. The word around Columbia is that the monthly cigar events, with reps from various companies, are worth showing up for if you're into the scene. Folks do note the ventilation isn't quite as strong as some other lounges, but that rarely stops them from coming back.

Come back they do, some driving well over half an hour to make it a monthly ritual. Beyond premium cigars, this is a genuinely handy stop. You'll find plenty of roll-your-own supplies, pipe tobacco, cigarettes, e-liquid and vape juice, tobacco pipes, rolling papers, and a good spread of accessories. They carry PA lottery tickets too, along with milk, iced tea, and coffee to go. The staff get a lot of love, Tasha especially, who locals say always has a smile ready.

Sign up for the loyalty program and you'll shave a little off every premium cigar purchase. With a strong reputation built on more than a hundred happy visits, this one earns its reputation as a lesser-known option.