San Cristobal De La Habana - El Principe - Box of 25
San Cristobal De La Habana - El Principe - Box of 25
A box of 25 cigars, the connoisseur's choice for laying down and ageing.
Named after one of Havana's forts: a short, elegant Minuto.
San Cristóbal de la Habana was launched in 1999, taking Havana's original name from 1519; its first sizes are named after the city's forts. Habanos class it as light to medium in flavour.
Connoisseurs' notes
Published reviewers commonly describe the El Principe as having wood and leather with sweet spice and a fruity, floral finish.
Summarised from published tasting notes (Cigar Aficionado and specialist tobacconists).
Recognition
- Cigar Insider 92 (May 2008)
Specifications
| Marque | San Cristóbal de la Habana |
|---|---|
| Factory size (vitola) | Minuto |
| Shape | Short corona |
| Length | 110 mm (4⅜") |
| Ring gauge | 42 |
| Strength | Light to Medium (Habanos classification) |
| Smoking time | about 30 minutes (approx.) |
| Introduced | 1999 |
| Origin | Cuba · tobacco from the Vuelta Abajo |
Storage & smoking
Keep in a humidor at 65–70% relative humidity and around 16–18°C. Cut just above the cap line and toast the foot gently before lighting; smoke slowly and let it rest between draws.
Genuine Habanos, supplied through Hunters & Frankau, the official UK importer. You must be 18 or over to purchase tobacco products.