Cuban Cigar Group is located in Havana, Cuba
Cuban Cigar Group is located in Havana, Cuba
$850.00
Ring Gauge: 52 | Length: 130 mm | Count: 25 | Shape: Robusto | Factory Name: Discretos
In Cuba, Partagas Maduro 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 Partagas Maduro No. 1 cigars require official documentation and customs review before leaving the country, increasing shipping complexity and cost. That is why Partagas Maduro No. 1 cigars purchased online often cost more than in Cuba, largely due to the required paperwork for shipping. Partagas Maduro 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 Partagas Maduro No. 1 directly through us online or at our retail shop in Havana, Cuba. Even if your Partagas Maduro 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 Partagas Maduro 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 Partagas Maduro 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 Partagas Maduro No. 1.
Partagás craftsmanship shows here: a steady burn, firm ash and confident draw that lets those rich maduro flavours unfurl. The creamy smoke carries complexity without overpowering the palate.
The maduro in the name is no small detail. It refers to leaves harvested at the top of the tobacco plant, then cured and fermented longer than usual, resulting in a deep, oily dark wrapper that sings on both sight and taste. That extra maturity softens some of the sharper spice you’d find in a classic Partagás, replacing it with notes of sweetness cocoa, raisin, even sourdough bread on some palates. It’s a wrapper that speaks to you, not just covers the cigar. In this leaf you taste not just strength but velvet.
This is medium‑full bodied cigar, balancing strength and nuance perfectly for seasoned smokers. Expect a robusto‑length session roughly 45 – 75 minutes, depending on how you enjoy it.
When you light the Maduro No. 1, you’re greeted with a medium- to full-bodied journey that sings with dark chocolate and rich coffee notes right from the first draw. The maduro wrapper imparts a subtle natural sweetness that tempers the depth, like a whisper of cocoa alongside roasted espresso. As it evolves, leather and spice weave through the smoke, and hints of sour cherry or anise can surface for those attuned to nuance. Strength sits in that confident medium-full range enough to assert itself without overwhelming the palate, perfect for those who savor complexity. This smoke doesn’t rush you feel every layer.
Right out of the box, the Maduro No. 1 shows admirable depth and balance. But Cuban maduro wrappers are like fine wine they mellow and integrate beautifully over time. Some aficionados suggest resting these sticks for a year or more in your humidor to let the sweetness bloom and the edges soften. If you love intense, vibrant flavours today, light one now. If you appreciate refined and slightly gentler richness later, let time work its magic. Either way, patience is rewarded.
On the palate, you’re greeted with rich dark chocolate, espresso and cocoa, married beautifully to earthy leather, subtle sweetness and spice. Some aficionados also notice hints of dried fruit, cedar and pepper, evolving as the stick burns.
Amigo, this is Partagás’s first true maduro cigar a robusto‑sized smoke wrapped in a dark, oily maduro leaf that’s been extra fermented for deeper flavour. It debuted around 2015 and sits proudly in Partagás’s regular production, originally exclusive to La Casa del Habano and specialist retailers.
Ah… Partagás is a brand with heritage that stretches back to Cuba in 1845, crafted from tobacco grown in the legendary Vuelta Abajo region, where leaves are rich with character. The Maduro No. 1 stands apart because it was the first regular production Partagás to wear a maduro wrapper a dark, oily leaf that has gone through extra fermentation, deepening its flavour and sweetness compared to the classic Partagás profile. It’s like seeing the brand in a new light still bold, still Cuban, but with a lustrous jacket and a personality all its own. This is Partagás embracing richness without sacrificing identity.
A cigar with this richness deserves a companion that can stand shoulder to shoulder with it. An aged rum with warm caramel notes, a peaty single malt whisky, or even a bold espresso will dance beautifully with the dark cocoa, coffee and leather tones. Whether it’s a special evening with good company or a quiet end to a long day, this is a cigar for savoring not rushing. Pair it well, and every puff becomes a moment to remember. A Note from JuanThe Partagás Maduro No. 1 isn’t just a cigar you smoke it’s a story you experience. From the rich terroir of Vuelta Abajo to the extra fermentation of that dark maduro wrapper, it’s crafted with intention and soul. When we bring cigars like this into your hands, we ensure they arrive in perfect condition ready to deliver every note, every nuance, every breath of flavour exactly as it was meant to be. Because great cigars deserve great care… and you deserve nothing less. Tradition, delivered just as it should be.
This stick is not for beginners it’s rich and layered, best appreciated by someone who knows what they’re looking for in depth and character. It shines after dinner with espresso or an aged spirit, inviting slow reflection. Juan’s One‑Summary ReflectionThe Partagás Maduro No. 1 is a deep, satisfying expression of Cuban savoir‑faire where tradition meets bold maduro intensity. From that first draw of dark chocolate and espresso to the lingering earthy, spicy finish, it carries the signature complexity of Partagás with a maduro twist that lingers long after the ash falls. If you’re seeking a cigar that feels like a conversation with rich tobacco heritage, this robusto offers exactly that bold, balanced, and unforgettable.
The Partagas Linea Maduro No 1 is a robusto measuring 130 mm with a 52 ring gauge, wrapped in a shiny maduro leaf. The wrapper feels firm to the touch.
Cold draw reveals rich earthiness, with hints of vegetal and woody notes. The draw is somewhat resistant.
The first third opens gently with soft toasted aromas carried by a smoke that starts light but quickly thickens. Cocoa and earthy flavors come forward beautifully, while last year’s noticeable pepper is now very discreet.
In the second third, earthy and spicy aromas dominate with good intensity and power, accompanied by a slight astringency.
The combustion remains flawless throughout the third third, which develops into a spicy and woody ensemble with cocoa notes lingering in the background. The finish is astringent.
Though not as lively as in previous years, this No. 1 remains a very good cigar with a powerful and satisfying profile.
Ring Gauge: 52 | Length: 130 mm | Count: 25 | Shape: Robusto | Factory Name: Discretos
