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Core Line
Fat Bottom Betty
The best-known Deadwood. A short, dark, aromatic smoke with a devoted repeat following.
Wholesale Deadwood cigars - distributed by MDC.
Deadwood Tobacco Co. cigars are produced by Drew Estate and have built a cult following for their sweet, aromatic profiles and unforgettable names. MDC distributes Deadwood to venues that want a fun, fast-moving crowd-pleaser in the case.
Years in Deadwood Rotation
14+
14 years·Trusted by Four Seasons, The Broadmoor, Caesars Entertainment
MDC + Deadwood
Why MDC stocks Deadwood
Not every guest wants a traditional premium, and Deadwood is the answer for the ones who don't. The blends are sweet-edged, aromatic, and easy to enjoy - and the names (Fat Bottom Betty, Sweet Jane, Crazy Alice) do half the selling before anyone lights up. Few cigars turn a first-time buyer into a repeat buyer faster.
MDC carries 13 active Deadwood SKUs. In most programs it plays the "fun" slot: a high-turn, impulse-friendly line that broadens who buys from your humidor without cheapening it.
“Deadwood 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
Deadwood blends MDC distributes
Not every SKU in the Deadwood 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
Sweet Jane
A slimmer, sweet-tipped-style aromatic profile. An easy recommendation for newer smokers.
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Core Line
Crazy Alice
The perfecto of the trio. Same aromatic character in a shape that stands out in the case.
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Core Line
Leather Rose
A richer, spicier extension of the Deadwood family for guests ready to step up from the core three.
Venue Fit
Which venues stock Deadwood
Deadwood shines where traffic is broad and buying is impulsive: casino floors, liquor stores, golf shops, and bar-led hospitality programs. It reliably pulls in guests who would walk past a traditional humidor - including newer smokers and guests who want something sweet with a cocktail. Dedicated lounges stock it too, because regulars genuinely reorder it. The price tier keeps it an easy yes at the register.
The retail margin math for Deadwood
MDC's active Deadwood SKUs run roughly $69-$199 per box wholesale, and venues typically retail at 1.8x-2.5x wholesale. The smaller formats land at low single-purchase retail prices, which is exactly why Deadwood turns as fast as it does.
How to build a Deadwood 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 Deadwood 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 Deadwood 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 Deadwood in MDC programs: Drew Estate , Acid , Tabak Especial , Undercrown . 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 Deadwood wholesale - common questions.
Who is the wholesale distributor for Deadwood cigars?
MDC Wholesale Cigars distributes Deadwood to licensed venues and retailers nationwide - casinos, hotels, steakhouses, golf shops, liquor stores, and cigar bars. Deadwood has been in MDC's standing rotation for 14+ years.
How do I buy Deadwood 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 Deadwood SKUs matched to your venue. Most new accounts get their first shipment within a week of approval.
How much do Deadwood 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 Deadwood pricing depends on your account and order size - your rep quotes real numbers before you commit to anything.
Can I return Deadwood cigars that don't sell?
Yes. Every MDC order is backed by our no-risk exchange: if a Deadwood SKU doesn't move for your crowd, we swap it for one that will. Cigar orders over $1,000 ship free.
Ready to Stock Deadwood?
Open an MDC account. We'll tell you where Deadwood 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 Deadwood 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 Deadwood 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. Deadwood 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.