Events

A magnificent selection of mystery Habanos Robustos will be tasted blind and scored across seven heats on the Cigar Terrace at Boisdale of Canary Wharf.

The journey continues with Heat 4 on Wednesday 27 August, followed by the second semi-final on 24 September, before the Grand Finale on Wednesday 29 October, where one aficionado will be crowned the UK Cuban Robusto Champion.

Judges will be seated together at one long table on the Members’ Cigar Terrace, with full table service for drinks from the bar. Once the scoring sheets are collected,  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 The Cigar Academy for an exclusive evening on Boisdale’s iconic cigar terrace, featuring two standout Casa Turrent cigars paired with four elegant single malts from Tomintoul Distillery. Led by global cigar expert Ricardo Carioni, this guided tasting explores the art of pairing through structured evaluation, sensory discovery and refined enjoyment.

NON-MEMBERS: £58 | BOISDALE CLUB MEMBERS: £48
Includes: Welcome whisky cocktail, 2 cigars, 4 Tomintoul drams, expert-led pairing session
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Explore the exciting world of Ukrainian winemaking at this exclusive walk-around tasting hosted by Douglas Harrison of Best of Wines with special guest Svitlana Tsybak, CEO of Beykush and Wines of Ukraine Ambassador. Sample a vibrant selection from the country’s standout wineries - Beykush, Chateau Chizay, Kolonist & Villa Tinta. Expect rare native grapes, elegant sparklings and bold reds, all introduced with insight and expertise.

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Hosted by Jools Holland

Now in its 13th year, the Boisdale Music Awards returns with a high-spirited evening of live music and celebration, honouring outstanding talent across jazz, blues, soul, reggae and pop. Hosted by Boisdale’s Patron of Music Jools Holland, the night features a three-course dinner, free-flowing drinks reception and spectacular performances from this year’s award-winning artists. Past performers include Kathy Sledge, Gregory Porter, Emeli Sandé, Lisa Stansfield, Paul Young, Raye and many more.

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Celebrate the wines of Lebanon’s oldest estate, Ch. Ksara, at a special lunch hosted by The Spectator at Boisdale of Canary Wharf. Guest speakers include H.E. Rami Mortada, the Lebanese Ambassador to the UK, and Freddy Gray, Deputy Editor of The Spectator. A three-course Boisdale menu will be paired with standout wines from the Bekaa Valley, including rare vintages, the distinctive Merwah, luscious Vin d’Or and artisan Arak.

Tickets: £145

Every ticket includes a £10 donation to the Lebanese Red Cross and entry into the Grand Wine Raffle, offering the chance to take home something truly special.
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Hosted by Tom Parker Bowles

An illustrious black-tie celebration of cigar culture, fine dining and world-class company. Hosted by Tom Parker Bowles, this glittering evening features a Champagne reception, three-course dinner with Santa Rita wines, live music, a luxury goody bag and up to six premium cigars per guest. Awards will be presented to the finest figures in the cigar world, with previous honourees including Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jeremy Irons, Piers Morgan and many more.

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