- Brand Name: Partagas Culebras
- Length: 5 ¾ inches (146 mm)
- Ring: 39
- Score: Overall Rating 4/5
Origin and Price
The Partagas Culebras is from Cuba, hand - made, and each cigar costs about $13. It comes in a dress box with 3 smaller coffins inside, with each coffin holding one braid of 3 cigars, totaling 9 cigars per box.
Appearance and Construction
The cigar has a Brown Colorado wrapper that is soft. It looks like a stretched spring. The construction has a rating of 5/5, with no flaws despite extreme wrapper manipulation.
Flavor
- One third: A shot of spice and very mild earth.
- Two thirds: Very strong wood, cedar, with the earth taste still present, and the spice remains dominant.
- Three thirds: Spicy, with some leathery tones, full - flavored, and provides nicotine sting.
Value
Initially, the price seems high. However, the experience it offers makes it worthwhile as it promotes social interaction and enjoyable conversations.
The lore of why Culebras are braided varies, from employees' stealing reasons to a marketing ploy. It's a social cigar that can start conversations. The grayish and black ash only lasts about an inch at a time. It's recommended for those who want to have a great time with friends.