Padrón
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Padrón is a legendary Nicaraguan cigar company founded in 1964 by José Orlando Padrón. Known for its box-pressed cigars and Nicaraguan puros, flagship lines like the Padrón 1964 Anniversary, 1926 Serie and Family Reserve are globally recognised for quality, consistency and full-bodied richness.
Origins and Brand Context
Padrón Cigars was founded in 1964 in Miami by Cuban exile José Orlando Padrón. Beginning with humble hand-rolled cigars, the company relocated production to Nicaragua in the 1970s. Today, it remains family-owned and is managed by Jorge Padrón, continuing a legacy of consistency and craftsmanship.
Heritage and Philosophy
Philosophy is family, tradition and uncompromising quality. Padrón has never outsourced production and continues to use exclusively sun-grown Nicaraguan tobaccos, aged extensively, ensuring consistent strength and flavour.
Core Lines and Signature Blends
Padrón Series (thousands line, e.g. 2000, 3000, 4000) – approachable puros
Padrón 1964 Anniversary Series – celebrating the company’s founding
Padrón 1926 Serie – named for José Orlando Padrón’s birth year
Padrón Family Reserve – annual limited releases honouring milestones
Dámaso – a Connecticut-wrapped line honouring José Orlando’s grandfather
Production and Craftsmanship
All cigars are handmade in Nicaragua at Padrón’s Estelí factory, with strict family oversight. They are famous for box-pressed formats and long-aged tobaccos.
Reputation
Padrón is one of the world’s most awarded brands, regularly appearing in Cigar Aficionado’s Top 25, including multiple #1 Cigar of the Year wins. It is considered a benchmark of Nicaraguan cigars.
Summary Profile
Founder: José Orlando Padrón
Founded: 1964
Headquarters: Miami, Florida, USA
Factory: Estelí, Nicaragua
Core Lines: Padrón Series, 1964 Anniversary, 1926 Serie, Family Reserve, Dámaso
Body: Medium to full (except Dámaso, which is mild-medium)
Flavour Notes: Cocoa, coffee, earth, spice, nuts
Reputation: One of the most consistent and awarded cigar brands in the world
Target Audience: Aficionados seeking heritage, consistency and world-class Nicaraguan cigars