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Core Line
San Cristobal Classic
The original - a full-bodied Nicaraguan blend with dark, rich flavor. The anchor of the brand.
Wholesale San Cristobal cigars - distributed by MDC.
San Cristobal is made for Ashton by the Garcia family in Nicaragua - rich, well-constructed cigars that consistently earn high ratings. MDC stocks the four core lines: Classic, Elegancia, Quintessence, and Revelation.
Years in San Cristobal Rotation
14+
14 years·Trusted by Four Seasons, The Broadmoor, Caesars Entertainment
MDC + San Cristobal
Why MDC stocks San Cristobal
San Cristobal pairs two names that both stand for quality: Ashton's brand stewardship and the Garcia family's Nicaraguan blending. The result is a line that smokes above its price and holds ratings year after year. Venues that stock it find it quietly becomes a staff-recommendation favorite.
MDC carries 28 active San Cristobal SKUs across its lines - the full-bodied Classic, the milder Elegancia, and the richer Quintessence and Revelation. That gives one brand coverage from a smooth daytime smoke to a serious after-dinner cigar, all with the same construction standard.
“San Cristobal 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
San Cristobal blends MDC distributes
Not every SKU in the San Cristobal 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
San Cristobal Elegancia
The mild-to-medium side of the house. Smooth and refined - the daytime and new-smoker pick.
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Core Line
San Cristobal Quintessence
Full-flavored and highly rated. A step-up cigar that earns its premium shelf position.
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Core Line
San Cristobal Revelation
Medium-plus body with a rounded, rich profile. The versatile middle of the portfolio.
Venue Fit
Which venues stock San Cristobal
San Cristobal leans medium-to-full across most of the portfolio, which makes it a natural for steakhouses, casino bars, and cigar lounges where guests want flavor. The Elegancia line balances the menu for hotel bars and golf shops that need a smoother option under the same name. Private clubs like the brand because the Garcia-family story and the ratings history give staff something real to say when they present it.
The retail margin math for San Cristobal
MDC's active San Cristobal SKUs run roughly $48-$459 per box wholesale depending on the line and format, and venues typically retail at 1.8x-2.5x wholesale. Most core-line boxes come in 24- and 25-counts, which keeps per-stick cost sensible for a highly rated premium and leaves strong margin at the register. Your rep quotes exact numbers for your account.
How to build a San Cristobal 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 San Cristobal 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 San Cristobal 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 San Cristobal in MDC programs: Ashton , My Father , La Aroma De Cuba , Don Pepin Garcia . 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 San Cristobal wholesale - common questions.
Who is the wholesale distributor for San Cristobal cigars?
MDC Wholesale Cigars distributes San Cristobal to licensed venues and retailers nationwide - casinos, hotels, steakhouses, golf shops, liquor stores, and cigar bars. San Cristobal has been in MDC's standing rotation for 14+ years.
How do I buy San Cristobal 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 San Cristobal SKUs matched to your venue. Most new accounts get their first shipment within a week of approval.
How much do San Cristobal 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 San Cristobal pricing depends on your account and order size - your rep quotes real numbers before you commit to anything.
Can I return San Cristobal cigars that don't sell?
Yes. Every MDC order is backed by our no-risk exchange: if a San Cristobal SKU doesn't move for your crowd, we swap it for one that will. Cigar orders over $1,000 ship free.
Ready to Stock San Cristobal?
Open an MDC account. We'll tell you where San Cristobal 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 San Cristobal 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 San Cristobal 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. San Cristobal 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.