The unique origin of Djarum Filtered Cigars dates back to over a century ago in Indonesia. Haji Jamhari combined the healing powers of cloves and premium tobaccos in a quest to treat an ailment. Known as “kretek” due to the crackling noise, his creation quickly spread to others in his community. A man named Nitisemito saw the potential in kretek and eventually built an empire, until the devastation of World War II shattered his dreams. The Djarum Filtered Cigars that aficionados know and love came to fruition when Oei Wie Gwan began to rebuild the kretek market. Djarum was passed down to Gwan’s two sons and they elevated the company to an unfathomable level. Today Djarum is available on five continents and has earned a prestigious position of being one of the top ten cigar brands in America. Cigar aficionados will be delighted by the tantalizing aromas and convenience sizes that don’t require a cutter.
