La Gloria Cubana
Serie R Maduro
La Gloria Cubana Serie R Maduro is a full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at STG Dominicana. It pairs USA (Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro) wrapper; Dominican Republic binder; Dominican Republic, Nicaragua filler. The catalog lists 8 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 7 × 50.
- Maker
- La Gloria Cubana
- Wrapper
- USA (Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro)
- Binder
- Dominican Republic
- Filler
- Dominican Republic, Nicaragua
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- STG Dominicana
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 8 · 5 × 50 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 bringsLa Gloria Cubana Serie R Maduro uses an USA (Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro) 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 hour to 1 h 30 min for a 5.9-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: 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
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What does La Gloria Cubana Serie R Maduro taste like?
La Gloria Cubana Serie R Maduro uses an USA (Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro) 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 La Gloria Cubana Serie R Maduro?
La Gloria Cubana Serie R Maduro 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 La Gloria Cubana Serie R 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 La Gloria Cubana Serie R Maduro made?
La Gloria Cubana Serie R Maduro is made in Dominican Republic at STG Dominicana, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does La Gloria Cubana Serie R Maduro use?
La Gloria Cubana Serie R Maduro uses an USA (Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro) 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 La Gloria Cubana Serie R Maduro come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 8 sizes: No. 4 (5 × 50), No. 4 (5 × 50), No. 6 (6 × 50), No. 7 (7 × 50), No. 7 (7 × 50), No. 5 (5½ × 52), No. 5 (5½ × 52) and No. 6 (5.9 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke La Gloria Cubana Serie R Maduro?
For a 5.9-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 La Gloria Cubana Serie R 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 La Gloria Cubana Serie R Maduro?
Cigars with a similar build include Arturo Fuente Añejo, Sinistro The Last Cowboy Maduro and La Aurora Untamed. They share broadleaf wrapper, full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.