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Core Line
Blackbird Crow
San Andres maduro wrapper - the dark, rich anchor of the portfolio. After-dinner territory.
Wholesale Blackbird cigars - distributed by MDC.
Blackbird is a Dominican boutique house whose bird-named lines - Crow, Rook, Jackdaw and more - each carry a distinct wrapper and profile. MDC stocks the core Blackbird portfolio at price points that leave room for real retail margin.
Years in Blackbird Rotation
14+
14 years·Trusted by Four Seasons, The Broadmoor, Caesars Entertainment
MDC + Blackbird
Why MDC stocks Blackbird
Blackbird gets shelf space in the MDC rotation because it gives venues a boutique story at a working price. The branding is sharp, each line has a clearly different wrapper and profile, and the sticks deliver more than the price suggests. That combination turns first-time buyers into repeat buyers.
MDC carries 29 active Blackbird SKUs across its lines - from the mild Jackdaw Connecticut to the dark San Andres-wrapped Crow, with the value-tier Glitch series covering everyday price points. It is an easy brand to seed into a humidor: a few facings cover a full strength range.
“Blackbird is in our standing rotation because the accounts we serve - from casinos to cigar bars - sell through it consistently. That's the only reason a brand stays on our line card.”
Core Line-up
Blackbird blends MDC distributes
Not every SKU in the Blackbird catalog is in our standing rotation - we curate to what actually moves at retail. These are the core lines we keep in depth.
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Core Line
Blackbird Jackdaw
Connecticut-wrapped and mild. The approachable entry point for daytime smokers.
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Core Line
Blackbird Rook
Sumatra wrapper, medium-bodied - the versatile middle of the line-up.
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Core Line
Blackbird Cuco
Criollo-wrapped and flavorful. A boutique-feeling step up that stays affordable.
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Core Line
Blackbird Glitch
The value series in Claro, Habano, and Oscuro. Everyday pricing with real character.
Venue Fit
Which venues stock Blackbird
Blackbird suits venues that want a boutique look without boutique sticker shock. Liquor stores and smaller retail shops move the Glitch series as an everyday facing, while cigar lounges use Crow, Rook, and Cuco to give regulars something beyond the big national names. Golf shops do well with the Jackdaw Connecticut as a mild course cigar. It is also a smart second-tier brand for hotel and casino bars building depth behind their marquee names.
The retail margin math for Blackbird
MDC's active Blackbird SKUs run roughly $42-$193 per box wholesale depending on the line and vitola, and venues typically retail at 1.8x-2.5x wholesale. That keeps most Blackbird sticks in an accessible retail band where customers experiment freely - and where per-stick margin still holds up well. Your rep quotes exact account pricing up front.
How to build a Blackbird program with MDC
The MDC approach to any brand is the same: start with a curated core rotation sized to your venue, prove sell-through, then layer in deeper SKU coverage as the account matures. For a typical hospitality account, a Blackbird program begins with 2–3 vitolas across 40–60 cigars of opening depth, paired with the other brands that complement your overall humidor structure.
Because Blackbird is one of the core workhorse brands in the category, it's almost always part of the MDC opening-proposal for any new account - the exact SKUs and depth vary by whether you're running a bar-led hospitality program, a dedicated cigar lounge, or a pro-shop display. Your rep builds the proposal fast once you apply, with real numbers keyed to your venue.
Related wholesale brands + programs
Other brands frequently paired with Blackbird in MDC programs: Kristoff , La Aurora , La Galera , Cusano . For the complete list of brands MDC distributes, see the wholesale cigar brands index. For the programs each brand fits - hospitality, retail, cigar bar - see Cigars for Hospitality and Cigars for Retail.
Wholesale FAQ
Buying Blackbird wholesale - common questions.
Who is the wholesale distributor for Blackbird cigars?
MDC Wholesale Cigars distributes Blackbird to licensed venues and retailers nationwide - casinos, hotels, steakhouses, golf shops, liquor stores, and cigar bars. Blackbird has been in MDC's standing rotation for 14+ years.
How do I buy Blackbird cigars wholesale?
Apply for an MDC wholesale account - it starts with a short qualification form. Once you're approved, your rep builds a curated first order with Blackbird SKUs matched to your venue. Most new accounts get their first shipment within a week of approval.
How much do Blackbird cigars cost wholesale?
Most premium boxes run roughly $80-$300 wholesale depending on the line and vitola, and venues typically retail at 1.8x-2.5x wholesale. Your exact Blackbird pricing depends on your account and order size - your rep quotes real numbers before you commit to anything.
Can I return Blackbird cigars that don't sell?
Yes. Every MDC order is backed by our no-risk exchange: if a Blackbird SKU doesn't move for your crowd, we swap it for one that will. Cigar orders over $1,000 ship free.
Ready to Stock Blackbird?
Open an MDC account. We'll tell you where Blackbird fits in your rotation.
Apply to open an MDC account. We'll look at your venue profile, your existing rotation (if any), and tell you exactly what a Blackbird program should look like on your floor - opening SKUs, depth, price points, and how it pairs with the rest of your humidor.
Cost of Waiting
Every month without Blackbird on your shelf is margin your competitors are collecting. Your rep can have it in your first shipment within a week of approval.
We only take 4 new accounts a month
4 spots open for July
P.S. Blackbird has been in MDC's standing rotation for 14+ years. If MDC can help your business, we can get you into a first shipment within a week of qualifying.