The Padron 1964 Exclusivo Natural stands as a box-pressed Robusto celebrating the brand's 50th anniversary. Priced at $370 for 25 sticks, this 5.5"x50 Nicaraguan puro delivers medium-full intensity with sun-grown natural wrapper leaves. Its iconic double bands and numbered labels guarantee authenticity - a solid choice for seasoned smokers seeking complexity without harshness.
Quick Specs
- Brand: Padron Cigars
- Price: $370.00/box
- Count: 25 cigars
- Size: Robusto (5.5" x 50)
- Shape: Box-Pressed Parejo
- Strength: Medium-Full (4/5)
- Wrapper: Nicaraguan Sun Grown EMS Natural
Construction Check
- Triple cap with seamless application
- Oily coffee-brown wrapper with minimal veins
- Firm pack density throughout the barrel
- Consistent box-press angles on all sides
Burn Breakdown
First Third: Roasted almonds and cedar lead the charge, with black pepper sparkles on retrohale. Creamy undertones balance the initial intensity.
Middle Third: Espresso beans and caramelized sugar take over. Cinnamon spice emerges alongside bitter cocoa powder - typical Padron earthy sweetness.
Final Third: Dark chocolate dominates with leathery accents. Mineral notes surface post-inhalation, though never turns bitter. Expect nicotine kick after 45-minute smoke.
Nicaraguan Powerhouses Comparison
- Ashton VSG Robusto (5.5"x50): Lighter body, more floral notes
- My Father Le Bijou 1922 (5"x50): Heavier spice, deeper earthiness
- Oliva Serie V Melanio (5"x52): Sweeter profile, creamier smoke
- Arturo Fuente Añejo No.50 (5.25"x50): Dominican influence, fruitier finish
Estelí Essentials
- Volcanic soil from Nicaragua's prime tobacco region
- Minimum 2-year aged filler leaves
- Traditional "Tapado" sun-grown techniques
- Hand-selected viso leaves for balanced strength
