Hand-Rolled in Cayman Inspired by Island Life.

Visit our Bodden Town workshop and experience the art of handcrafted cigars.

Opened in 2018, our Bodden Town store is home to both our cigar production and retail sales. Located about 40 minutes from George Town, the store lets visitors watch our artisans handcraft our cigars and purchase them on-site.

The Birth of
“Philanthro-Capitalism”

Cayman Cigar Company was born from the shared vision of two friends, John Lemuel “Lem” Hurlston and Granger Haugh. While serving together on local charity boards, they envisioned a new way to combine business success with meaningful social impact.

Their innovative "for-profit, non-profit" model brings together the art of crafting exceptional cigars and a commitment to giving back. They call this vision Philanthro-Capitalism—where entrepreneurship, innovation, and social responsibility work together to make a difference.

Meet Our Team

Barbara | Facility Manager & Master Cigar Roller 

Barbara was our first employee. Born in Cuba, she brings more than 20 years of cigar-rolling experience and was instrumental in procuring the equipment needed to launch our brand. Her expertise helped develop the five original cigar blends we produce. Today, Barbara oversees daily operations as Facility Manager and Master Cigar Roller.

“I feel like I was born into this world of cigars, and the smell of tobacco.” — Barbara

Maria | Cigar Roller & Quality Control

Maria joined the team in 2021, bringing valuable experience in cigar rolling and quality control. In 2024, she created the CAIMAN cigar, adding a distinctive blend to our collection. She continues to play an important role in cigar production and quality assurance.

Jorge | Cigar Roller & Production Support

Jorge rolls wonderful cigars and supports the production team by handling the tasks required to complete the cigar-making process. His work helps production run efficiently and supports the team at every stage.