Bolívar · La Casa del Habano
CubanAficionadosBolívar Libertador
A La Casa del Habano exclusive Bolívar in the thick Sublimes size — a generous, medium-full Havana of leather, cedar and coffee.
The short answer
The Bolívar Libertador is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Cuban sublimes with a Cuban wrapper. Expect leather, cedar, and coffee.
The verdict
The Bolívar Libertador is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from Bolívar's La Casa del Habano line. It's a Cuban sublimes wrapped in Cuban at 6.5 in × 54.
On the palate, expect leather, cedar, and coffee, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 80 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with cognac, aged rum, and espresso. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The Libertador is a La Casa del Habano exclusive and one of the more luxurious Bolívars you can buy. It comes in the Sublimes vitola — a substantial 54 ring gauge at six and a half inches — and is sold in semi-boîte nature boxes of ten, which tells you Habanos intended it as a premium, sit-down smoke.
What it tastes like
The extra girth gives this one a cooler, rounder draw than the slimmer Bolívars. It runs medium-full, with leather and cedar leading into coffee, cocoa and an earthy depth. There's plenty of smoke and a long, savory finish, and the larger format makes it feel a touch more refined and less ferocious than something like the Belicosos Finos.
Who it's for
This is an aficionado's cigar — a relaxed 90-minute-plus smoke for an evening with nothing to rush to. Because it's an LCDH exclusive, availability is limited and counterfeits exist, so buy from a reputable La Casa del Habano. New to wide ring gauges? The how to cut a cigar guide helps you open that big cap cleanly.
Pair it with a cognac, an aged rum, or espresso. If you appreciate Cuban depth, compare it against the New World in Cuban vs Nicaraguan, and keep a record of your boxes in the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Bolívar Libertador — frequently asked
- Is the Bolívar Libertador a good cigar for beginners?
- Ease into it. The fuller body can be a lot for a first-timer, so it's better once you've built up a little tolerance.
- How strong is the Bolívar Libertador?
- The Bolívar Libertador is Medium-Full-bodied. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the Bolívar Libertador taste like?
- Expect leather, cedar, and coffee, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the Bolívar Libertador?
- It pairs well with cognac, aged rum, and espresso. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium-full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Bolívar Libertador?
- Plan on about 80 minutes for the sublimes — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
More cigars like this
Bolívar
Medium-FullBolívar New Gold Medal
A gold-foiled La Casa del Habano Bolívar in the Partagás 15 grand corona size — a medium-full Havana revival of a pre-revolution classic.
Bolívar
Medium-FullBolívar Petit Coronas
The classic Mareva-sized Bolívar — a balanced, medium-full Havana of leather, wood and coffee in the most traditional Cuban format.
Bolívar
Medium-FullBolívar Tubos No. 1
A classic Corona-sized Bolívar sealed in an aluminum tube — earthy, medium-full Havana flavor that travels well.
Bolívar Libertador head-to-head
See how Bolívar Libertador stacks up against similar cigars — strength, flavor, and ratings.