Padrón · 1964 Anniversary Series
New WorldAficionadosPadrón 1964 Anniversary Imperial Maduro
A 6 x 54 box-pressed toro in Padrón's 1964 maduro blend — dark chocolate, coffee and leather with the brand's signature four-year-aged polish.
Flavor profile
Sweet · Roast · Earthy · Spice
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2003
93/100
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The Imperial is the toro of the Padrón 1964 Anniversary Series: a 6 x 54 box-pressed cigar that gives you a bit more size and smoking time than the famous Exclusivo robusto. Like the rest of the line, it's a Nicaraguan puro with every leaf aged four years.
What it tastes like
In maduro, the Imperial is a rich, satisfying smoke — dark chocolate and coffee out front, then leather, cedar, and a steady pepper note. The extra ring gauge gives it a cool, generous draw and lets the flavors develop in long, slow waves. It's medium-full: plenty of body and depth, but the hallmark Padrón balance keeps it smooth from light to nub.
Who it's for
It's aimed at experienced smokers who want a longer session than a robusto. If you love the blend but want a quicker smoke, the Exclusivo Maduro is the same tobacco in a 5.5 x 50 format. New to dark wrappers? Our maduro vs Connecticut guide explains why maduro tastes the way it does.
As one of Nicaragua's flagship cigars, it's a great example for the Cuban vs Nicaraguan comparison. Light it after dinner with an espresso, then log and rate it in the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Maduro vs Connecticut wrappers.
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