Cuban Cigar Group is located in Havana, Cuba
Cuban Cigar Group is located in Havana, Cuba
$610.00
Ring Gauge: 43 | Length: 162 mm | Count: 25 | Shape: Lonsdale | Factory Name: Cazadores
In Cuba, Fonseca No. 1 are generally priced lower than in international markets. Cuban cigars typically range from $8 to $90 USD per cigar, depending on the brand, vitola, and availability. Prestigious names such as Cohiba, Montecristo, and Partagás sit at the higher end. There is no real price advantage to purchasing full boxes, as the per-cigar cost remains the same unless you intend to leave the country with more than 50 cigars, in which case proper documentation is required to avoid confiscation by Cuban authorities.
For online buyers, packaging plays a key role. Boxed Fonseca No. 1 cigars require official documentation and customs review before leaving the country, increasing shipping complexity and cost. That is why Fonseca No. 1 cigars purchased online often cost more than in Cuba, largely due to the required paperwork for shipping. Fonseca No. 1 cigars can also be shipped without boxes while maintaining the same quality, and are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee on delivery, offering a more refined and cost-conscious approach.
Advice: Always request a receipt when purchasing cigars in Cuba “no exceptions”. Without proper documentation, cigars especially boxes will be confiscated by Cuban authorities during inspection on your return flight home.
The most seamless approach is to purchase Fonseca No. 1 directly through us online or at our retail shop in Havana, Cuba. Even if your Fonseca No. 1 cigars were not sourced through us, our team can assist in arranging everything for you while you are in Cuba, ensuring a smooth and discreet experience.
When departing Cuba, airport customs generally allow one box and one bundle without a receipt. While some suggest higher quantities may pass without documentation, a more measured approach is always preferred. Maintaining your receipt is strongly recommended.
For those seeking a more effortless experience, shipping Fonseca No. 1 is often the preferred option—particularly when traveling with larger quantities or without full documentation.
Short answer: No. (Consider purchasing online instead.)
Long answer: Yes… if you understand how the conversation is meant to unfold.
When arriving in the U.S., the question is rarely just about cigars it’s about how you answer. If asked whether you have anything to declare, the reply is simple and measured “No”, especially when the total value stays within that familiar $800 threshold, a number that, like most things, can change over time. 95% of the time you will have no issues.
If the conversation becomes more direct, the details matter. If you are arriving from Cuba, the answer should still be “No”, because any cigars or liquor will be taken away if you say Yes. If you say No and they inspect your bags, worst case they’ll confiscate your cigars and liquor, and give you a verbal warning. Do not attempt to negotiate or explain, just say “I didn’t know” nothing more. The goal at this point is to leave with a verbal warning.
Saying “Yes” will ALWAYS result in losing your cigars and liquor.
If you are arriving from Spain or anywhere outside of Cuba, then you can answer “Yes” and simply say you have cigars or liquor from Spain or wherever your journey last took you. Do not say Fonseca No. 1, just keep it simple and say cigars.
Avoid all of this and buy from us, or have us ship it to you if you already sourced your cigars in Cuba.
It’s not about avoiding the truth it’s about understanding how it’s told. Like a good cigar, timing and delivery are everything. The goal is to arrive home and enjoy your Fonseca No. 1.
The Fonseca No. 1 is a Lonsdale vitola measuring 120 mm by a 43 ring gauge, wrapped in a slightly oily Colorado wrapper. It offers a supple draw and a refined smoking experience.
The cold draw reveals subtle wood and binder notes, setting the stage for a rich and precise smoke. The first third unfolds smoothly with herbal and spicy accents, delivering complexity without overwhelming intensity.
In the second third, the cigar remains soft and well-structured, producing creamy smoke with enticing hints of milk chocolate that enrich the profile.
The final third introduces pronounced salty and earthy flavors. While the strength increases toward the end, it stays manageable, balancing power and smoothness.
A very successful and interesting cigar, the Fonseca No. 1 impresses with its bold aromatic construction and shows promise for an even higher rating.
Ring Gauge: 43 | Length: 162 mm | Count: 25 | Shape: Lonsdale | Factory Name: Cazadores
