The 10 Most Expensive Cigarette Brands

Have you ever wondered what the most expensive cigarette brands in the world are? Cigarettes are among the most consumed products in the world, and approximately 50 million people in the US are considered active smokers. Cigarette companies have grown into billion dollar businesses, developing all sorts of products and special cigarettes.

Some brands have been around for ages, while some are rather new. Despite being a product consumed globally, cigarettes’ prices fluctuate between countries, as their price is both related to production costs, as well as commercialization. You might find it surprising that in some cities like Geneva, Singapore City, Sydney, and Tokyo, your usual cigarette brand can cost as much as twice what you’re used to paying in your country. Our list on the Top 10 Most Expensive Cities for Expats reveals which cities are considered the priciest for expats, determined by taking into account the cost of more than 200 items, including entertainment spending and other costs, such as drinks and tobacco.

Although cigarettes are not considered luxury goods, some companies have established their brands as distinguished and select, focusing mainly on quality. Yet the competition between brands is fierce, and some enterprises have started to create gimmicks and promotional products as marketing strategies to attract more customers. But which are the most expensive cigarette brands? We’ve compiled a list featuring the ten most expensive cigarette brands in the world for you to find out. Check it out.

No. 10 Marlboro

Marlboro is probably the most popular cigarette brand in the world. Despite their strong masculine aesthetic, Marlboro cigarettes were actually introduced for women in 1924. Phillip Morris owns the company, and their cigarettes come in different varieties and flavors. Moreover, the brand is known for sponsoring the Formula 1 Grand Prix, as well as other famous teams like BRM, Marlboro-Ford, McLaren and Ferrari. A package of ten Marlboro kings costs approximately $1.25.

No. 9 Camel

American company R.J. Reynolds Tobacco introduced the traditional American brand in 1913. Camel cigarettes contain a blend of Turkish tobacco and Virginian tobacco. These cigarettes are known for their attractive graphic designs and campaigns. A package of ten Camel filter king costs approximately $1.35.

No. 8 Parliament

First introduced in 1931, Parliament cigarettes are marketed by Phillip Morris. Parliament cigarettes are known for their strong taste and light smell, as well as for their unique filters that make them low in tar content. These cigarettes are offered in different varieties, including menthol-flavored and king-sized packs. A package of ten Parliament White cigarettes costs approximately $1.35.

No. 7 Davidoff

This Swiss luxury tobacco brand is currently owned by Imperial Tobacco, and offers a broad variety of cigarettes, such as the Magnum, Magnum Lights, Supreme, Classic, Mild, Lights, Menthol, Menthol Lights, One, and Gold. Davidoff cigarettes are considered a luxury brand, and maintain high standards of quality and excellence. Furthermore, Davidoff has a line of cigars known as “Zino”. A package of ten Davidoff iD Blue cigarettes costs approximately $1.40.

No. 6 Dunhill

Dunhill cigarettes were favored by Hunter S Thompson and John Lennon, and are considered among the best cigarettes around. British American Tobacco Company produces this line of luxury cigarettes, and distributes them across the world. Dunhill has a number of varieties, with varying levels of nicotine and tar. A package of ten Dunhill International red cigarettes costs approximately $1.40.

No. 5 Lucky Strike

Lucky Strike is another American brand, which was first introduced by R.A. Patterson in 1871, and in 1905, the American Tobacco Company (ATC) acquired the company. The Lucky Strike cigarettes are famous for their roasted tobacco, and since their first pre-rolled filtered cigarettes, they have been one of America’s favorites. A pack of ten Lucky Strike blue cigarettes costs approximately $1.40.

No. 4 Pall Mall

These cigarettes are produced by R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company, in the US, and by British American Tobacco internationally. The brand was introduced in 1899 as one of the world’s first premium cigarettes. Pall Mall aims to deliver a smooth taste, slow burn and longer-lasting smoking experience. The cigarettes come in different varieties such as Red, Blue, Orange, Green, Black and White, depending on their strength. A pack of 10 
Pall Mall red extra king cigarettes costs approximately $1.45.

No. 3 Benson & Hedges

This traditional English brand is known for its taste of pure Virginian tobacco. Depending on the region, this brand is owned by Philip Morris International, British American Tobacco or Japan Tobacco. The cigarettes come in different varieties like Gold, Silver, White and Gold Superkings. A pack of ten Benson Gold King cigarettes costs approximately $1.50.

No. 2 Gold Flake

This Indian cigarette brand is owned, manufactured and marketed by leading cigarette maker ITC Limited. The cigarettes are made from yellow tobacco, enriched with honeydew flavor. Gold Flake comes in different varieties, such as the Gold Flake Kings (84 mm), Gold Flake Kings Lights (84 mm) and Gold Flake Lights. One pack of ten cigarettes of Gold Flake Kings costs approximately $1.50.

No. 1 Insignia

Insignia cigarettes are another brand produced by ITC limited, India. These cigarettes are considered among the best in the world, with an attractive black package, and sold in a single variety. Insignia was launched in 2003 in Mumbai, and ever since, its popularity has grown worldwide. The cigarettes are longer than standard Reds or Kings, and it costs about $1.60 for a pack of 10.