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A classic Cuban Punch in the Corona Grande size — earthy, leathery and rich. Discontinued in 2002 but still sought after by Havana collectors.
The short answer
The Punch Black Prince is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Cuban corona grande with a Cuban wrapper. Expect cedar, earth, and cocoa.
The verdict
The Punch Black Prince is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from Punch's Punch (Cuba) line. It's a Cuban corona grande wrapped in Cuban at 5.6 in × 46.
On the palate, expect cedar, earth, and cocoa, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 55 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with espresso, aged rum, and cognac. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The Punch Black Prince is a vintage name in the Cuban catalog. A Corona Grande — 5.6 inches at a 46 ring gauge — it was officially discontinued in 2002, but its evocative name and classic profile keep it on the radar of collectors hunting aged Havanas.
What it tastes like
This was Punch in full traditional form: an earthy, leathery smoke with cedar, cocoa and roasted coffee, carried by the rich all-Cuban Vuelta Abajo blend. Medium-full in strength, it had real depth and a long, satisfying finish. Well-aged examples — and any you find now will have plenty of age on them — tend to smooth out and grow sweeter, trading some bite for refinement.
Who it's for
Since it's been out of production for over two decades, the Black Prince is really one for the enthusiast and the collector rather than an everyday buy. If you want the same house character in a current, easy-to-find cigar, the flagship Punch Punch is the closest living relative in a similar size.
For background on what makes these Havanas tick, see Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars. Aged and discontinued cigars are worth cataloging carefully — record provenance and tasting notes in the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Punch Black Prince — frequently asked
- Is the Punch Black Prince 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 Punch Black Prince?
- The Punch Black Prince 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 Punch Black Prince taste like?
- Expect cedar, earth, and cocoa, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the Punch Black Prince?
- It pairs well with espresso, aged rum, and cognac. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium-full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Punch Black Prince?
- Plan on about 55 minutes for the corona grande — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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