Macanudo Ecuadorian Shade

Macanudo Cigars have come a long way since the 1950’s, when the name was first used as a frontmark of Cuban Punch cigars being made in Guatemala at the time. With history spanning over 70 years, the brand has evolved into a wide variety of blend and strength variations – and this Macanduo Ecuadorian Shade introduction is one of the most notable.

Made at STG’s factory in Esteli, Nicaragua, this rare box-pressed Macanudo boasts an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper (shade-grown, as the name suggests), Broadleaf binder cultivated in the US, and fillers from the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua. The brand is available in just 3 popular sizes – 5 x 50 Robusto, 6 x 50 Toro, and 6 x 60 Gigante. You may be thinking – Macanudo already has a Connecticut wrapper, what’s changed? Besides that box press treatment, it’s a heartier blend – and our internal tasting experiences confirm this Macanudo Ecuadorian Connecticut to be a tad more intense than Café, with a slight sting of spice up front that smooths out into a mild but flavorful smoke with notes of citrus, walnuts, and mild bourbon.

Now comes the magic: the makers of Macanudo gave us an added treat by pricing these cigars at well below what the market is calling for these days, with starting prices well below the $10-per-stick mark.

Connecticut fan or not, this Macanudo release is bound to be one of the favorites from their extensive lineup. Pick up a box or 5-pack today!