La Gloria Cubana · Serie R Esteli
New WorldAficionadosLa Gloria Cubana Serie R Esteli No. 60
The Serie R Esteli No. 60 is a full-strength 6×60 all-Nicaraguan puro from La Gloria Cubana, delivering dense earth, leather, and espresso in a slow-burning gordo format.
The short answer
The La Gloria Cubana Serie R Esteli No. 60 is a bold, full-bodied cigar — a Nicaragua gordo with a Nicaraguan Jalapa wrapper. Expect leather, dark earth, and espresso.
Flavor profile
Earthy · Roast · Spice
The verdict
The La Gloria Cubana Serie R Esteli No. 60 is a bold, full-bodied cigar from La Gloria Cubana's Serie R Esteli line. It's a Nicaragua (New World) gordo wrapped in Nicaraguan Jalapa at 6 in × 60.
On the palate, expect leather, dark earth, and espresso, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 80 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with aged scotch, black coffee, and dark beer. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The Serie R Esteli No. 60 (6 × 60) takes the acclaimed all-Nicaraguan puro blend and presses it into the largest ring gauge in the natural Esteli lineup. Rolled in Estelí, Nicaragua, it features the same Jalapa Sol wrapper, Nicaraguan binder, and multi-farm Nicaraguan filler that made the No. 54 famous — but the wider format brings a notably cooler, slower burn that allows even more complexity to emerge across an extended smoke.
Open the wrapper and the aroma is immediately distinctive: earthy, slightly floral, with a deep tobacco sweetness that is entirely Nicaraguan in character. On the palate, the first third is dominated by dense leather and dark earth, the mid-section introduces espresso and cedar, and the final third builds to a satisfying peppery finish. Body is unambiguously full, making this best enjoyed after a substantial meal or alongside a serious drink.
The 60 ring gauge ensures the draw is generous; use a straight or V-cut for best results — see our how to cut a cigar guide for technique tips. Compare this against the Dominican-leaf Serie R to appreciate the difference terroir makes, or browse the Cuban vs. Nicaraguan comparison for deeper context.
Track your Esteli sessions in Casa DNC — the flavor progression from No. 54 to No. 60 is a study in how ring gauge shapes your experience.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
La Gloria Cubana Serie R Esteli No. 60 — frequently asked
- Is the La Gloria Cubana Serie R Esteli No. 60 a good cigar for beginners?
- Not as a first cigar. Full-bodied smokes are intense and high in nicotine — save it until you're comfortable with strength.
- How strong is the La Gloria Cubana Serie R Esteli No. 60?
- The La Gloria Cubana Serie R Esteli No. 60 is Full-bodied — bold and high in nicotine. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the La Gloria Cubana Serie R Esteli No. 60 taste like?
- Expect leather, dark earth, and espresso, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the La Gloria Cubana Serie R Esteli No. 60?
- It pairs well with aged scotch, black coffee, and dark beer. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the La Gloria Cubana Serie R Esteli No. 60?
- Plan on about 80 minutes for the gordo — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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