La Gloria Cubana · Serie R
New WorldExperiencedLa Gloria Cubana Serie R No. 5
A medium-full toro from La Gloria Cubana's flagship Serie R line, blending Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers under a silky Ecuador Sumatra wrapper for a rich, complex smoke.
The short answer
The La Gloria Cubana Serie R No. 5 is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Dominican Republic toro with a Ecuador Sumatra wrapper. Expect earth, leather, and cedar.
Flavor profile
Earthy · Spice · Sweet
The verdict
The La Gloria Cubana Serie R No. 5 is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from La Gloria Cubana's Serie R line. It's a Dominican Republic (New World) toro wrapped in Ecuador Sumatra at 5.5 in × 54.
On the palate, expect earth, leather, and cedar, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 65 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with dark roast coffee, aged bourbon, and dark beer. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The Serie R is the cigar that cemented La Gloria Cubana's reputation as a big-ring powerhouse, and the No. 5 Toro (5½ × 54) is the sweet spot of the lineup. Rolled at the General Cigar Dominicana factory in Santiago, it pairs a glossy Ecuador Sumatra wrapper with a Nicaraguan binder and a long-filler blend of Dominican and Nicaraguan leaf — a combination that punches above its midrange price point.
Light it up and you are greeted with a classic medium-full profile: initial notes of dried earth and cedar give way to leather, black pepper, and a whisper of dark chocolate through the mid-section. The draw is consistently excellent — a testament to the large ring gauge that provides ample airflow without becoming loose. The ash holds firm and white, burning evenly to the nub.
If you are still building your palate, this is a great cigar to try after working through a few medium-bodied sticks; our strength guide can help you map the progression. The No. 5 also makes an interesting side-by-side against a Connecticut-wrapped sibling — check out the maduro vs. Connecticut comparison to see how the wrapper changes the entire experience.
Whether you are logging it in Casa DNC or enjoying it on the porch before dinner, the Serie R No. 5 delivers consistent complexity at a price that makes it an everyday option for the experienced smoker.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
La Gloria Cubana Serie R No. 5 — frequently asked
- Is the La Gloria Cubana Serie R No. 5 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 La Gloria Cubana Serie R No. 5?
- The La Gloria Cubana Serie R No. 5 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 La Gloria Cubana Serie R No. 5 taste like?
- Expect earth, leather, and cedar, 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 No. 5?
- It pairs well with dark roast coffee, aged bourbon, and dark beer. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium-full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the La Gloria Cubana Serie R No. 5?
- Plan on about 65 minutes for the toro — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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