About Us

Long White Cloud Distributors Limited was established in 2025 to serve as New Zealand’s independent importer and wholesaler of Premium New World Cigars (non-Cuban), Pipe Tobaccos, and curated cigar and pipe accessories.

Our mission is simple: to elevate the local cigar and pipe industry by providing fellow tobacconists, liquor retailers, luxury lodges, and hospitality venues with access to the world’s finest brands, reliable logistics, and informed support.

This new venture is founded by Grant “The Cigar Merchant” Ovenden, drawing on over 30 years of deep industry experience through his leadership of Canteros Limited—New Zealand’s most established and trusted name in premium New World cigars and pipe tobaccos.

With Long White Cloud Distributors, we bring that legacy to the wholesale level—offering our partners access to a portfolio of some of the most respected names in the business.

We proudly distribute globally recognised brands including:
Kafie 1901 Cigars, J.C. Newman, Ashton, Arturo Fuente, Meerapfel, Agio, Drew Estate, Villiger, Joya de Nicaragua, Micallef, Fratello, Plasencia, Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust, Oliva, Perdomo, Rocky Patel, Padron, AJ Fernandez, HVC, Peterson, Savinelli, Cornell & Diehl, G.L. Pease, Lotus-Vertigo, Xikar, Colibri-Firebird, Boveda, and Cigar Oasis.

Whether you’re a retailer looking to expand your offering or a brand seeking representation in New Zealand, we welcome you to join us as we grow this vibrant and discerning community.

Interested in a Wholesale Account or Brand Partnership?

Please contact us today—we’d love to hear from you.