Our Story
Somewhere between the crackle of a beach bonfire and the slow, deliberate draw of a perfectly rolled cigar is where Stanton found his purpose. A lifelong seeker of the good life — equal parts adventurer, storyteller, and unapologetic aficionado — Stanton didn’t just love cigars. He revered them. For him, every cigar wasn’t just a smoke; it was a ritual. A passport to pause. A spark for real connection.
It all began on the windward side of Florida, where Stanton, a little burned out and seeking something more, found himself sipping a bourbon cocktail in a weathered tiki bar, barefoot in the sand, with a maduro clenched between his teeth. The bartender, a local named Manny, handed him a second stick and said, “This is what we do here. We stay tiki.” That phrase stuck with him like the scent of aged tobacco on a linen shirt. Stay tiki. Stay free. Stay lit. Live easy. Smoke slow.
It was in that moment, surrounded by laughter, waves, and the smoky scent of satisfaction, that the seed for STA'TIKI Cigar Co. was planted. Stanton didn’t want to just start another cigar brand — he wanted to create a lifestyle. One that brought cigars out of the dark leather lounges and into the sunshine. One that welcomed everyone — from seasoned aficionados to new flame-chasers — with a wink, a toast, and a torch.
With a background in bourbon culture and an obsession with quality, Stanton partnered with boutique growers and rollers who understood both flavor and flair. Every STA'TIKI cigar is born from that commitment: island soul, high-end craftsmanship, and an irreverent twist that says, “yeah, we’re here for a good time.”
Today, STA'TIKI Cigar Co. is more than a brand — it’s a beachside state of mind. It's a shirt unbuttoned. A laugh that lingers. A cigar that smokes just right. And at the heart of it all is Stanton Holder, still lighting up, still barefoot, still preaching the good word of the ash.
So pull up a chair, pour something strong, and bring your ash to the party. You’re one of us now.
Stanton Holder
