Tatuaje Boris Karloff 2026

Tatuaje Boris Karloff 2026 — the latest installment in Pete Johnson's celebrated horror-themed limited edition series, released annually to honor the legendary actor's birthday on November 23rd.

Since 2008, Pete Johnson has celebrated Halloween and the horror genre through his iconic Monster Series — limited edition cigars named for the legendary Universal Pictures horror stars. The Boris Karloff line pays tribute to the English actor who immortalized Frankenstein's Monster, The Mummy, and countless other roles that defined the golden age of horror cinema. Each year, a new Boris Karloff release ships to coincide with the actor's birthday on November 23rd.

The Blend

The 2026 Boris Karloff is based on the acclaimed Karloff blend from 2020 — a proven combination that delivers complexity, balance, and the signature Tatuaje depth:

Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra — silky, medium-brown leaf with subtle sweetness and refined combustion.

Binder & Filler: All-Nicaraguan tobaccos — contributing the earthy, spicy backbone that defines the Tatuaje house style.

Hand-rolled at the My Father Cigars factory in Estelí, Nicaragua — the same facility that produces Pete Johnson's entire Tatuaje portfolio under the watchful eye of the García family.

The Vitola

The 6¼ × 47 format is unique to the 2026 release — each Boris Karloff run features a different vitola, adding to the collectibility of the series. This elegant corona gorda offers a 45–60 minute smoking time with a balanced draw and even burn.

Medium-full body with notes of earth, leather, cedar, black pepper, cocoa, and a lingering natural sweetness.

The Legacy

The Boris Karloff cigar traces its lineage to the 2010 Tatuaje Boris — one of Pete Johnson's earliest horror tributes. The name and likeness are officially licensed from Karloff Enterprises and the estate of Sara Karloff, the actor's daughter. This isn't just a tribute — it's an authorized celebration of horror cinema's most iconic face.

Strictly Limited

Only 2,000 boxes have been produced worldwide. The Boris Karloff sells out every year — and the 2026 run is no exception.

Now available at The Tobacconist of Greenwich.