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La Gloria Cubana Serie R

El Credito La Gloria Cubana Serie R is a full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at El Credito Cigar Factory. It pairs Ecuador (Sumatra) wrapper; Dominican Republic binder; Dominican Republic & Nicaragua filler. The catalog lists 4 sizes, from 5 × 54 to 7 × 50.

Maker
El Credito
Wrapper
Ecuador (Sumatra)
Binder
Dominican Republic
Filler
Dominican Republic & Nicaragua
Country
Dominican Republic
Factory
El Credito Cigar Factory
Strength
full
Sizes
4 · 5 × 54 to 7 × 50

Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

El Credito La Gloria Cubana Serie R uses an Ecuador (Sumatra) wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild 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 hour to 1 h 30 min for a 6-inch size.
  • When: A full-strength cigar is best after a full meal and never on an empty stomach; keep water nearby and slow down if you feel the nicotine.
  • Pair with: cognac, a brown ale, or coffee.
  • 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 catalog

What to try next

matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factory

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El Credito La Gloria Cubana Serie R questions

What does El Credito La Gloria Cubana Serie R taste like?

El Credito La Gloria Cubana Serie R uses an Ecuador (Sumatra) wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild 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 El Credito La Gloria Cubana Serie R?

El Credito La Gloria Cubana Serie R is listed as full strength. A full-strength cigar is best after a full meal and never on an empty stomach; keep water nearby and slow down if you feel the nicotine.

Is El Credito La Gloria Cubana Serie R 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 El Credito La Gloria Cubana Serie R made?

El Credito La Gloria Cubana Serie R is made in Dominican Republic at El Credito Cigar Factory, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does El Credito La Gloria Cubana Serie R use?

El Credito La Gloria Cubana Serie R uses an Ecuador (Sumatra) wrapper over a Dominican Republic binder, with Dominican Republic & Nicaragua filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does El Credito La Gloria Cubana Serie R come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 4 sizes: Churchill (7 × 50), Robusto (5 × 54), Belicoso (6 × 54) and Toro (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke El Credito La Gloria Cubana Serie R?

For a 6-inch size, plan on about 1 hour to 1 h 30 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 El Credito La Gloria Cubana Serie R?

With a Sumatra wrapper, common pairings are cognac, a brown ale, or coffee. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.

What cigars are similar to El Credito La Gloria Cubana Serie R?

Cigars with a similar build include Ashton VSG (Virgin Sun Grown), Crowned Heads Headley Grange and La Flor Dominicana Double Ligero. They share Sumatra wrapper, full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.