Padron Damaso No. 8

HISTORY

If “Padrón” is stated on the label, the family’s honour is concerned. The Padrón’s know that the production of a great cigar needs time and experience.

From sowing seeds to manufacturing, it takes four years to create a cigar. For four generations in the tobacco industry, they have dedicated more than 100 years to the perfection of their family’s legacy. Padrón were the first manufacturer to be named Cigar of the Year for 2004 when Cigar Aficionado started publishing their awards list, and 17 years later, Padrón produced the No. 1 cigar for 2021.

This is the fourth time Padrón has been named Cigar of the Year by Cigar Aficionado, making it the record holder. Furthermore, Padrón has now occupied a place in Cigar Aficionado’s top ten every year since 2004. In 2022, the Padrón Family Reserve No. 95 was named Cigar of the Year by Cigar Journal for the first time.

DAMASO

Named for Jose O Padrón’s grandfather, these cigars are a brand with a very different look and taste from the full-bodied cigars Padrón usually make. Damaso cigars are covered with Connecticut seed wrappers and sold in the round rather than the traditional Padrón box press.

Delicate notes of toasted almond and sweet pecan complement the heartier core of earth, wood and oaky whiskey barrel. Subtle citrus and spice come through on the finish. Flavourful without being too heavy.

CIGAR INFORMATION

Country of Origin: Nicaragua

WRAPPER: Ecuadorian Connecticut

BINDER: Nicaragua

FILLER: Nicaragua

Flavour profile: Medium to Full-Bodied

Vitola: Corona Gorda

Size: 46 ring gauge, 5 1/2 inches

Smoking time: 45 minutes