Events

A magnificent selection of mystery Habanos Robustos will be tasted blind and scored over seven heats on the Cigar Terrace at Boisdale of Canary Wharf on Wed 28/5, Wed 25/6, Wed 30/7, Wed 27/8, and 24/9, with the Grand Finale of The Boisdale UK Cuban Robusto Championship on Wed 29/10.
Judges will be sat on one long table on the Members Cigar Terrace. There will be table service for drinks from the bar. After all competition sheets have been handed in, there will be the big reveal on which Habanos Cigars have been tasted on the evening.

Your ticket includes:

• Two premium Cuban cigars to be tasted blind and scored
• The blind tasting to be overseen by Hunters & Frankau
• EMS Gift Pack for all participating guests

(EACH HEAT OF UK CUBAN ROBUSTO CHAMPIONSHIP 2025 IS A SEPARATE EVENT. TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED INDIVIDUALLY)

NON-MEMBERS: £58 | BOISDALE CLUB MEMBERS: £38

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Join us for a guided Hine Cognac tasting flight featuring four exceptional expressions, including the rare Vintage 1986. Explore the history, terroir and craftsmanship behind one of Cognac’s most revered houses in a relaxed, open-air setting.

NON-MEMBERS: £35 | BOISDALE CLUB MEMBERS: £25
VIP Upgrade: Add a Dinner & Show ticket for The Definitive Rat Pack – just £59 (normally £94) when booked with your TASTING ticket.

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Non-members: £20. Boisdale Club Members: £10

Tickets include Hine Cognac as a welcome drink, a Macanudo French Oak Barrel Churchill cigar and a raffle ticket with a chance to win a limited-edition Gurkha 35th Anniversary humidor.

Join us on Tuesday 15 July on the Members’ Terrace at Boisdale of Canary Wharf for the exclusive UK launch of the Macanudo French Oak Barrel Churchill Limited Edition 2021 hosted by Becky Moss-Alison of Barkers of Harrogate. Enjoy a welcome drink of Hine Cognac and sample this exceptional cigar, aged in French Oak barrels previously used for Flint Knoll’s acclaimed 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon.

EVERY GUEST WILL BE ENTERED INTO A RAFFLE TO WIN A LIMITED-EDITION GURKHA HUMIDOR, ONE OF ONLY 200 IN THE WORLD TO BE DRAWN ON 1ST SEPTEMBER !
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On Monday 2nd December, cigar aficionados from around the world gathered to celebrate the most prestigious Cigar Awards event outside Havana. Celebrating iconic cigars, producers, writers, terraces and smokers. Guests witnessed the great and good of the cigar world breaking bread with Hollywood royalty, global pop stars, writers, business leaders, politicians and the London commentariat including Piers Morgan, Ray Winstone, Paul Oakenfold, Niall Keating, Kelsey Grammer, Tamer Hassan, Omar Lye-Fook, Viscount Hereford, Cuban Ambassador Her Excellency Bárbara Montalvo Álvarez, James Cosmo, Jack Churchill and Lord Carnarvon enjoyed the evening at Boisdale of Canary Wharf which Tom Parker Bowles hosted.

The sold-out black-tie event included a welcome drinks reception, a delicious three-course dinner with entertainment from and Susan Black performing the Edith Piaf show.

Boisdale concluded their online charity auction on the evening raising a total of £55,000. 100% of proceeds will go to several charities including The International Churchill Society Sovereign Art Foundation and Lord of The Isles Galley Charitable Trust.

Santa Rita Boisdale Cigar Smoker of the Year Award Winners 2024

Cigar Communicator of the Year Ana Lopez
Cigar Sommelier of the Year Blue Curran of The Emory
Cigar Producer of the Year Plasencia
Cigar Newcomer of the Year Casa 1910 Revolutionary Edition Cuchillo Parado Robusto
Robusto of the Year Davidoff Grand Cru Robusto
Churchill Cigar of the Year Romeo & Julieta Wide Churchill
Cigar of the Year EP Carrillo Encore Majestic
Cigar Spirit of the Year Tomintoul Cigar Malt
Cigar Chef of the Year Niall Keating
Cigar Sportsperson of the Year David Haye
Cigar Musician of the Year Paul Oakenfold
Cigar Smoker of the Year Piers Morgan
Cigar Lifetime Achievement Award 2024 Mitchell Orchant

On September 18th, 2024, Boisdale Canary Wharf hosted the 12th annual Boisdale Music Awards, a spectacular celebration of music legends across soul, jazz, blues, rock, reggae, and pop. The evening was co-hosted by Boisdale’s Patron of Music, Jools Holland, alongside musician and broadcaster, YolanDa Brown, adding a vibrant touch to this iconic event.

The highlight of the night included Music Icon of the Century Kathy Sledge, who brought the entire team on stage for an unforgettable rendition of "We Are Family," filling the venue with excitement. Another standout moment was the Boogie Woogie Artist of the Year performance, where Tom Seals, joined by fellow nominees, delivered a unique six-handed piano performance that left the audience in awe.

Other award winners from the night included:

Jazz Artist of the Year Emma Smith
One to Watch Stone Jets
Blues Artist of the Year Connor Selby
DJ of the Year Fat Tony
DJ Lifetime Achievement Award Trevor Nelson
Reggae Artist of the Year General Levy
Reggae Legend of the Year Aswad
Soul Artist of the Year Roachford
Female Artist of the Year Sonique
Male Artist of the Year Roland Gift
Band of the Year Fun Lovin' Criminals
Outstanding Contribution to British Music Tony Christie
Lifetime Achievement Award 2024 Jazzie B

The Boisdale Music Awards once again proved to be an extraordinary night, bringing together legendary artists and emerging talents. With live performances and high-energy moments, this year’s event set a high bar for what’s to come in 2025.