Cusano
18 Paired Maduro
Cusano 18 Paired Maduro is a medium-full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Santiago. It pairs Brazilian Mata Fina and USA Broadleaf (double wrapper) wrapper; Maduro (second wrapper leaf) binder; Dominican filler. The catalog lists 4 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 7¼ × 50.
- Maker
- Cusano
- Wrapper
- Brazilian Mata Fina and USA Broadleaf (double wrapper)
- Binder
- Maduro (second wrapper leaf)
- Filler
- Dominican
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- Santiago
- Strength
- medium-full
- Sizes
- 4 · 5 × 50 to 7¼ × 50
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsCusano 18 Paired Maduro uses a Brazilian Mata Fina and USA Broadleaf (double wrapper) wrapper. Connecticut broadleaf wrappers tend toward dark chocolate, molasses and a heavy sweetness. That is the leaf's general character, not a tasting note for this cigar.
How to smoke it
rules of thumb- Time: plan on about 1 h 5 min to 1 h 40 min for a 6.5-inch size.
- When: Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
- Pair with: port, stout, or a sweet bourbon.
- Pace: about a puff a minute keeps it cool and lets the flavors change from third to third. Do not inhale.
- Before lighting: cut just above the cap line, toast the foot evenly, and take a cold draw to check it.
Sizes
4 in the catalogWhat to try next
matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factoryCusano 18 Paired Maduro questions
What does Cusano 18 Paired Maduro taste like?
Cusano 18 Paired Maduro uses a Brazilian Mata Fina and USA Broadleaf (double wrapper) wrapper. Connecticut broadleaf wrappers tend toward dark chocolate, molasses and a heavy sweetness. That is the leaf's general character, not a tasting note for this cigar; log a smoke in CigarMind to record your own.
How strong is Cusano 18 Paired Maduro?
Cusano 18 Paired Maduro is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
Is Cusano 18 Paired Maduro good for beginners?
It is a stronger cigar. Most newer smokers are better served starting milder and working up to it. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.
Where is Cusano 18 Paired Maduro made?
Cusano 18 Paired Maduro is made in Dominican Republic at Santiago, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Cusano 18 Paired Maduro use?
Cusano 18 Paired Maduro uses a Brazilian Mata Fina and USA Broadleaf (double wrapper) wrapper over a Maduro (second wrapper leaf) binder, with Dominican filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Cusano 18 Paired Maduro come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 4 sizes: Toro (6½ × 46), Robusto (5 × 50), Churchill (7¼ × 50) and Gordo (6¼ × 54). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Cusano 18 Paired Maduro?
For a 6.5-inch size, plan on about 1 h 5 min to 1 h 40 min. That is a rule of thumb of 10 to 15 minutes per inch at a relaxed pace, a puff about once a minute.
What drink goes with Cusano 18 Paired Maduro?
With a broadleaf wrapper, common pairings are port, stout, or a sweet bourbon. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.
What cigars are similar to Cusano 18 Paired Maduro?
Cigars with a similar build include Crowned Heads Le Careme, La Aurora 107 USA and Henry Clay Classic. They share broadleaf wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.