Padilla 88 Aniversario Figurado

The Padilla 88 Aniversario Figurado opens with a bold medium-to-full-bodied profile, delivering an immediate rush of sweet cedar, dark cocoa, and espresso crema accented by a deep molasses sweetness that sets a luxurious tone. Early retrohales reveal a lively black pepper spice intertwined with notes of roasted almond, dried fig, and a trace of cinnamon, creating both warmth and complexity. As the cigar progresses into the second third, richer flavors of charred oak, bittersweet chocolate, and caramelized sugar emerge, with the pepper softening into a smooth, integrated backdrop. In the final third, the profile crescendos with concentrated espresso, cocoa ganache, and a subtle hint of anise, finishing long and harmonious with a refined balance of sweetness, spice, and earthiness.

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Construction is exceptional, featuring a dark, oily Nicaraguan wrapper seamlessly applied over a Nicaraguan binder and filler blend composed of aged tobaccos. The Figurado vitola is expertly rolled to deliver concentrated flavor and visual elegance, offering a flawless draw that produces dense, aromatic smoke in generous volumes. The burn line remains sharp and consistent throughout, while the ash forms thick, marbled gray stacks that hold impressively between taps, underscoring the cigar’s artisanal craftsmanship.

An ideal whisky pairing for this cigar is the GlenDronach 18 Year Allardice, whose sherried richness, dried fruit depth, and warm spice perfectly complement the 88 Aniversario’s cocoa, espresso, and molasses-driven profile while amplifying its nut and oak undertones.

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This cigar offers excellent aging potential of 8–12 years, during which its spice will mellow, its sweetness will deepen, and its bold flavors will integrate into an even more seamless whole.

The Padilla 88 Aniversario Figurado is a celebratory and sophisticated smoke, delivering depth, complexity, and impeccable construction in a format that rewards both the palate and the eye.