East Tennessee Cigar Company is a family-owned and operated cigar shop rooted in tradition and community. The shop features a large, custom walk-in cedar humidor and offers a carefully curated selection of premium cigars, along with pipes, loose-leaf tobacco, and a full range of cigar accessories.
Owner Zach Sheppard brings a deep personal connection to the craft, inspired by generations of family influence. His grandfather, Gordon Brookshire, was a multi-generational tobacco farmer in Johnson County, while his father, Bill, and Uncle Ernie helped foster his appreciation for cigars and pipe culture. Drawing from this legacy, Sheppard has created a welcoming space where seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers alike can explore, learn, and enjoy. His vision is to share that passion with the local community and provide an approachable, experience-driven destination in downtown.
