San Cristobal
4 products available
Named after Havana's original name, launched in 1999. Offers accessible, well-balanced medium-bodied cigars.
4 products
$190.00
San Cristobal La Fuerza
Ring Gauge: 50 · Length: 124 mm (4.9") · Strength: Medium to Full
$330.00
San Cristobal Oficios Casa Del Habanos
Ring Gauge: 46 · Length: 143 mm (5.6") · Strength: Medium
$595.00
About San Cristobal Cigars
Launched in 1999 and named after Havana’s original name, San Cristobal occupies a distinctive place in the Cuban cigar pantheon as a beacon of accessible, well-balanced smoking. The brand’s blend character is defined by its medium-bodied strength, offering a harmonious interplay of flavor notes that transition seamlessly from rich chocolate and cocoa to rustic leather, toasted cedar, earth, and a subtle, lingering spice. Among its standout vitolas, the La Fuerza provides a robust draw and generous smoke output, making it a favorite for those seeking depth, while the El Principe serves as an excellent shorter option with concentrated flavor, and the Oficios delivers a classic, balanced mid-length experience. Produced at the La Corona factory in Havana, these cigars benefit from meticulous construction and present excellent aging potential, as the core of cocoa and cedar softens and integrates beautifully over time. Whether enjoyed fresh or cellared, San Cristobal suits the discerning aficionado seeking a refined, approachable smoke that pairs exceptionally well with a morning espresso or an aged rum.
Strength
Medium, Medium to Full
Ring Gauge
42 – 52
Vitolas
4 types
Available in
Box of 25
Popular San Cristobal Vitolas
Frequently Asked Questions about San Cristobal
- Is San Cristobal a good first Cuban cigar?
- Yes, San Cristobal is an excellent choice for a first Cuban cigar. Its medium-bodied strength makes it approachable for beginners, while the balanced flavor profile of chocolate, cedar, and subtle spice provides a genuine introduction to the classic Cuban taste without overwhelming the palate.
- What does a San Cristobal cigar taste like?
- San Cristobal cigars offer a well-balanced, medium-bodied flavor profile. Smokers can expect core notes of rich chocolate and cocoa, complemented by rustic leather, toasted cedar, and earth. A subtle, lingering spice often emerges in the finish, creating a harmonious and deeply satisfying smoking experience.
- What are the best San Cristobal vitolas to buy?
- The El Principe is a fantastic, shorter vitola delivering concentrated flavor in under an hour. The Oficios provides a classic, balanced mid-length smoke, while the La Fuerza offers a thicker ring gauge with robust, complex flavors. Choosing depends purely on your available smoking time.
- Do San Cristobal cigars age well?
- San Cristobal cigars age exceptionally well thanks to their well-balanced blend. Over time, the initial cedar and spice notes soften, allowing the core flavors of rich cocoa and chocolate to integrate smoothly. A few years in a humidor will round out the profile and enhance its complexity.