Padron 1926 80th Maduro

Name: Padron 1926 Serie 80th Anniversary Maduro
Brand: Padron
Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Maduro
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan
Size & Shape: 6¾ x 54 (Figurado/Perfecto)
Strength: Full

Flavor Profile

First Third: Rich cocoa and espresso lead with warm baking spice and a subtle pepper edge.
Mid-Smoke: Leather, roasted nuts and mature wood develop alongside dark chocolate sweetness.
Final Third: Earthy undertones, toasted almond and lingering spice finish the smoke with a long refined fade.

Construction & Burn

Crafted with tobaccos aged at least five years and presented with an individually numbered guarantee band. The cigar is box pressed and noted for a smooth draw, even burn and firm structure throughout the session according to Cigar Aficionado.

Story & Accolades

Created to honor Jose O. Padron’s 80th birthday, this release is part of the Padron 1926 Serie introduced in 2002. Cigar Aficionado awarded the 80th Anniversary Maduro a 96 rating and ranked it No. 2 in 2008, marking it as one of the highest-regarded cigars in the world.

Pairing Suggestions

Beer: Imperial stout or aged porter.
Wine: Vintage Port or full-bodied aged Cabernet Sauvignon.
Spirits: 12-plus-year bourbon or mature single malt Scotch.

Overall Impression

A deeply refined, full-bodied luxury cigar with exceptional aging, construction and prestige. This is a celebratory piece ideal for collectors and serious connoisseurs.