Havana, Cuba

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro

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$675.00

Ring Gauge: 49    |     Length: 194 mm     |     Count: 25     |     Shape: Double Corona     |     Factory Name: Prominentes

Customer Reviews

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Ratings

Rated 92 on 2012

It takes awhile for this double corona to warm up, but settles in nicely to a rich, complex smoke full of cocoa, coffee bean, almond and black cherry flavor.

 

Rated 90 on 2011

This golden-brown double corona has a firm draw but is full of solid toasty, cedary and nutty flavors.

 

Rated 89 on 2010

A large, pressed cigar with well-made cap, open draw and even burn. The smoke has a fresh tobacco flavor along with some earth and a dusty finish.

 

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Recommendations

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro FAQ's

In Cuba, Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro 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 Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro cigars require official documentation and customs review before leaving the country, increasing shipping complexity and cost. That is why Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro cigars purchased online often cost more than in Cuba, largely due to the required paperwork for shipping. Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro 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 Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro directly through us online or at our retail shop in Havana, Cuba. Even if your Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro 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 Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro 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.

Traveling? Tips for returning to the United States with Cuban cigars.

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 Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro, 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 Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro.

The opening is rich and grounded earth, cedar, and a deep natural tobacco sweetness. As it develops, notes of leather, roasted coffee, and a restrained spice come forward, layered but never chaotic. The smoke is dense, aromatic, and slow-moving. Each draw feels deliberate, as if the cigar insists you take your time.

Very important. With age, the Don Alejandro transforms beautifully. The edges soften, the sweetness deepens, and the blend becomes more harmonious. A well-aged Don Alejandro feels almost reflective rounded, calm, and deeply satisfying. Time doesn’t weigh on it; it completes it.

This robusto lasts roughly 45–60 minutes if smoked attentively. Let the cigar guide you its flavors develop slowly, and the progression is part of the pleasure. Take your time, pause between draws, and allow its complexity to unfold fully. This is a cigar that teaches patience and rewards attentiveness.

Precision is everything. Use a sharp guillotine to remove the cap without disturbing the wrapper. Toast the foot slowly, rotating the flame to ensure even ignition. Take gentle, measured puffs at first the Don Alejandro opens gradually, revealing layers of flavor with patience. This isn’t a cigar to rush; it rewards those who savor every draw with depth and nuance.

A humidor at 68–70% humidity and around 18–20°C is ideal. Proper storage preserves the oils, aromas, and intricate flavors, ensuring each Don Alejandro smokes beautifully. Even a single stick benefits from gentle care; treat it well, and it will offer an experience worthy of its legendary namesake. Juan’s Closing Thought:The Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro is more than a cigar it’s a story rolled in Cuban tobacco, a legacy of craft, patience, and passion. From the moment you order, we handle every detail: perfectly humidified, safely packaged, and delivered to your home or office. Light it slowly, savor each layer, and let the richness of Havana envelop you. This is not just smoking it’s honoring a tradition, one puff at a time

It carries presence more than power. Medium to full-bodied, yes but always composed. The strength supports the flavor, not the other way around. This cigar is confident, not aggressive. It’s the kind of refinement that comes from experience, not polish.

Expect a symphony of Cuban tobacco. Initial draws bring rich cedar and earthy notes, evolving into coffee, cocoa, and a subtle peppery spice mid-cigar. The finish is smooth and slightly sweet, with a lingering aroma that fills the room with elegance. Each puff is a reminder that Cuban tobacco, when handled with care, is an experience that engages all the senses.

Don Alejandro is a cigar with gravitas. Large, commanding, and unapologetically traditional, it carries the spirit of Alejandro Robaina himself a man whose hands shaped some of Cuba’s finest tobacco. This is not a cigar that tries to be modern. It honors lineage, land, and patience. When you light it, you feel like you’re participating in something older than the moment.

Don Alejandro is named in honor of the patriarch of the Robaina family, whose hands shaped some of the finest Cuban tobacco. This robusto is medium to full-bodied, showcasing the richness of the Vuelta Abajo region. Its complexity is extraordinary earthy tobacco, hints of espresso, and delicate spice weave together seamlessly. Unlike many cigars, it balances strength with elegance, a reflection of the family’s respect for tradition and artistry.

This is a cigar for serious time. An evening with no interruptions, perhaps after a meaningful meal, with a glass of aged rum or cognac nearby. It’s not meant for multitasking. It’s meant for presence for sitting back and letting the world slow down around you. Juan’s closing reflectionA cigar like the Don Alejandro deserves respect from the moment it leaves the humidor to the moment it’s lit. That’s why we take care of everything in between proper storage, careful handling, and secure delivery so it arrives at your home or office exactly as intended. No guesswork, no compromise. Just an authentic Cuban cigar, delivered with the same care that went into growing and rolling it.

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Vitola: Prominentes (Double Corona) | Size: 49 ring gauge × 194 mm (7⅝″)

The Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro stands as a tribute to one of Cuba’s most legendary tobacco growers, Alejandro Robaina, whose name graces this distinguished brand. Introduced in 1997, Vegas Robaina cigars are crafted using the finest tobacco from the famed Vuelta Abajo region, and the Don Alejandro is the flagship vitola in the line a commanding Double Corona with a generous 194 mm length and a 49 ring gauge.

This cigar delivers a nuanced, medium-bodied profile that develops steadily throughout its lengthy format. Expect rich flavors of cedar, leather, and aged tobacco up front, with subtle spice emerging in the first third. As the cigar progresses, it mellows into smoother notes of sweet cream, roasted nuts, and a fleeting hint of caramel, providing a layered and evolving smoking experience.

Construction is consistently excellent, with a smooth draw and firm ash. While the burn may occasionally require minor correction, the overall experience remains refined and satisfying. The wrapper typically a golden brown adds to the elegance of this stately cigar, making it an ideal companion for unhurried evenings and contemplative moments.

The Don Alejandro is more than just a cigar it’s a piece of Cuban tobacco heritage, honoring a man whose legacy is rolled into every inch. A must-smoke for the seasoned aficionado and a stellar introduction to the depth of the Vegas Robaina marca.

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Cigar Details:

Ring Gauge: 49     |     Length: 194 mm     |     Count: 25    |     Shape: Double Corona     |     Factory Name: Prominentes

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Customer Reviews

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Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Ratings

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Review: Rated 92 on 2012

It takes awhile for this double corona to warm up, but settles in nicely to a rich, complex smoke full of cocoa, coffee bean, almond and black cherry flavor.  

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Review: Rated 90 on 2011

This golden-brown double corona has a firm draw but is full of solid toasty, cedary and nutty flavors.  

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Review: Rated 89 on 2010

A large, pressed cigar with well-made cap, open draw and even burn. The smoke has a fresh tobacco flavor along with some earth and a dusty finish.  

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Review: Rated 88 on 2009

A handsome double corona with a reddish-brown wrapper. It is a slow starter, but warms to take on toasty, woody flavors, some leather and a coffee-like finish.  

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Review: Rated 92 on 2008

A beautifully constructed cigar that bathes the palate in a rich intermingling of pepper, leather and earth flavors. THe finish is long and rich.  

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Review: Rated 92 on 2008

A beautifully constructed cigar that bathes the palate in a rich intermingling of pepper, leather and earth flavors. THe finish is long and rich.  

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Review: Rated 85 on 2006

While the head on this cigar is well done, the draw is tight. The smoke is muddled, with woody, vegetal notes and a dull finish.  

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Review: Rated 86 on 2006

Some unevenness to the burn of this big cigar. It imparts cream and leather notes and a coffee finish. Some tasters encountered draw problems.  

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Review: Rated 91 on 2003

Oily, dark and attractive, with a firm draw. It has sweet coffee, leather and saffron flavors, with a rich, heady finish. Medium to full in body.  

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Review: Rated 87 on 2002

A nicely pressed, mild- to medium-bodied cigar with a golden wrapper. After a slow start, the flavors becomes nutty and herbal. Aging should improve the flavor.  

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Review: Rated 92 on 2002

Nicely pressed, with a perfectly made three-seam cap, this light brown cigar burns and draws well. The smoke is spicy and earthy, with notes of coffee, roasted almonds and molasses, and a hearty dose of nose spice.  

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Review: Rated 88 on 2001

Solid and attractive, with a perfect draw. The smoke is very peppery. It has a sweet, floral and grassy flavor, and a short finish.  

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Review: Rated 88 on 2001

Beautiful colorado color. It has a good draw, but an uneven burn. It's strong and leathery, with a hint of syrupy sweetness.  

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Review: Rated 88 on 1999

A bit of unevenness and inconsistency marred this cigar. There is a solid core of earthy notes on the palate, witrh a hint of leather and sweet spice  

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Review: Rated 93 on 1998

What a Cuban cigar should be about. It's a powerhouse of spice, with a touch of nutmeg. There some flavors of roasted nuts and cocoa beans. Long earthy finish.  

Vegas Robaina Don Alejandro Review: Rated 89 on 1997

A dark, alluring wrapper with perfect texture. The smoke is heavy, earthy and powerful. There are hints of burnt spice and leather, but it's rough. A young cigar that needs box-age.  

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