Padrón · 1964 Anniversary Series
New WorldAficionadosPadrón 1964 Anniversary Diplomático Maduro
Padrón's 7 x 50 box-pressed churchill in the 1964 maduro blend — a long, leisurely smoke of cocoa, coffee and leather, aged four years.
The short answer
The Padrón 1964 Anniversary Diplomático Maduro is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Nicaragua churchill (box-pressed) with a Nicaraguan (sun-grown Maduro) wrapper. Expect cocoa, coffee, and leather. Critics rate it 94/100.
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2013
94/100
Scores as published by each reviewer. Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings; we don't score cigars ourselves.
The verdict
The Padrón 1964 Anniversary Diplomático Maduro is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from Padrón's 1964 Anniversary Series line. It's a Nicaragua (New World) churchill (box-pressed) wrapped in Nicaraguan (sun-grown Maduro) at 7 in × 50.
On the palate, expect cocoa, coffee, and leather, leaning sweet. Plan on roughly 80 minutes from light to nub.
It's well regarded: Cigar Aficionado rated it 94/100 in 2013. It pairs naturally with espresso, aged rum, and single malt. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The Diplomático is the churchill of the Padrón 1964 Anniversary Series — a stately 7 x 50 box-pressed cigar built for a long, unhurried session. It's a Nicaraguan puro with every leaf aged four years, just like the rest of this acclaimed line.
What it tastes like
The maduro wrapper brings classic dark notes: cocoa and coffee up front, then leather, cedar, and a touch of earth as it develops. Over seven inches, the blend has plenty of room to evolve, moving through subtle shifts in sweetness and spice. It's medium-full and rich, but the famous Padrón balance keeps every puff smooth. Construction, as always, is flawless.
Who it's for
This is a cigar for an evening you don't want to rush — experienced smokers who enjoy settling in for an hour-plus. If you want the same flavors in a shorter format, the Exclusivo Maduro robusto delivers. Curious why the dark wrapper tastes the way it does? See maduro vs Connecticut.
As a Nicaraguan benchmark, it's ideal for the Cuban vs Nicaraguan comparison. Pour an aged rum or single malt, take your time, and log it in your humidor with the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Maduro vs Connecticut wrappers.
Padrón 1964 Anniversary Diplomático Maduro — frequently asked
- Is the Padrón 1964 Anniversary Diplomático Maduro 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 Padrón 1964 Anniversary Diplomático Maduro?
- The Padrón 1964 Anniversary Diplomático Maduro 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 Padrón 1964 Anniversary Diplomático Maduro taste like?
- Expect cocoa, coffee, and leather, leaning sweet. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What is the Padrón 1964 Anniversary Diplomático Maduro's rating?
- Published critic scores: Cigar Aficionado 94/100 (2013). Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings and doesn't score cigars itself.
- What pairs well with the Padrón 1964 Anniversary Diplomático Maduro?
- It pairs well with espresso, aged rum, and single malt. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium-full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Padrón 1964 Anniversary Diplomático Maduro?
- Plan on about 80 minutes for the churchill (box-pressed) — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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