Partagás · Serie E
CubanExperienced smokersPartagás Serie E No. 2
Partagás in a thick, modern 54-ring 'Duke' format — a rich, full-flavored Havana that rewards a slow, patient smoke.
The short answer
The Partagás Serie E No. 2 is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Cuban grand robusto (duke) with a Cuban wrapper. Expect earth, dark chocolate, and leather.
Flavor profile
Earthy · Sweet · Spice · Roast
The verdict
The Partagás Serie E No. 2 is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from Partagás's Serie E line. It's a Cuban grand robusto (duke) wrapped in Cuban at 5.5 in × 54.
On the palate, expect earth, dark chocolate, and leather, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 65 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with espresso, aged rum, and bourbon. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The Partagás Serie E No. 2 brought the marca into the big-ring-gauge era. Released in 2011 in the chunky "Duke" (Grand Robusto) format — 54 ring gauge by 5.5 inches — it gives you a generous column of smoke and plenty of that bold Partagás flavor to chew on.
What it tastes like
Expect a rich, full-flavored Havana: earth and leather up front, dark chocolate and espresso in the middle, and a firm black-pepper spine throughout. The thick ring gauge means a cooler, smoother draw and a slow burn, so the flavors have room to develop. It rides around medium to medium-full — substantial, but balanced when you take your time.
Who it's for
This one rewards patience. Give it 90 minutes, don't rush the puffs, and it stays smooth and complex; push it and it can get hot. It's a smoker's cigar — ideally after a meal with an espresso, aged rum, or a pour of bourbon. New to gauging Havana strength? Our cigar strength guide helps, and the Cuban vs Nicaraguan piece sets the context.
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Partagás Serie E No. 2 — frequently asked
- Is the Partagás Serie E No. 2 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 Partagás Serie E No. 2?
- The Partagás Serie E No. 2 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 Partagás Serie E No. 2 taste like?
- Expect earth, dark chocolate, and leather, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the Partagás Serie E No. 2?
- It pairs well with espresso, aged rum, and bourbon. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium-full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Partagás Serie E No. 2?
- Plan on about 65 minutes for the grand robusto (duke) — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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