About the Punch Ser D’ Oro no.1
Punch is one of the oldest names in Cuban cigar history, founded in 1840 and named to charm the English-speaking market it has always favored. The Serie d’Oro No. 1 carries that legacy directly into the present. Released as an Edición Regional Reino Unido in 2008, it revived a Pirámides format that Punch produced in the 1930s and sold in Britain through the 1960s. Roughly 1,210 boxes of twenty-five reached the market, which is why this tapered figurado remains a prize among collectors who track Cuban regional releases.
Flavor profile by thirds
The opening third leans toward gentle coffee and cedar, with a clean tobacco sweetness carried by an even, generous draw. As the cigar settles into its middle stretch the body fills out a touch, and a soft leather note begins to weave through the smoke alongside a faint earthiness. The final third holds that balance rather than charging into heavy spice, finishing on woody and leathery tones that suit its medium positioning. Expect a measured progression instead of dramatic shifts.
Pairings
- A well-aged Cuban rum, which echoes the cigar’s sweetness and rounds out the leather.
- A cup of dark, unsweetened espresso to mirror the coffee notes in the first third.
- A lighter single malt Scotch, allowing the cedar and tobacco to stay in focus.
Aging and storage
As a discontinued regional edition, surviving examples have already gained years of bottle age, and they continue to reward patience. Keep the cigar in a seasoned humidor held near 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and a steady temperature around 16 to 18 degrees Celsius. Stable conditions let the wrapper oils settle and the flavors marry, softening any youthful edges. Avoid sharp swings in humidity, since a Pirámide’s tapered head is the most sensitive part of the construction.
Who it is for
This release speaks to the smoker who values provenance as much as flavor. Collectors of Cuban Ediciones Regionales will recognize its scarcity, while those who simply enjoy a refined, medium-bodied figurado will appreciate its balance and easy draw. It is less a daily smoke and more a considered occasion cigar, best enjoyed with time to follow its quiet evolution.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Punch Serie d’Oro No. 1?
It is a Pirámide measuring 6.1 inches (156 mm) with a 52 ring gauge, presented in boxes of twenty-five.
Is the Punch Serie d’Oro No. 1 a limited release?
Yes. It was issued as an Edición Regional for the United Kingdom in 2008, with a reported production of around 1,210 boxes.
How strong is this cigar?
It sits in the medium range, offering complexity through coffee, cedar, and leather rather than heavy power or pepper.
Explore more
Browse all Punch cigars, or try the Punch Punch and Punch Double Corona. Store yours in a seasoned humidor and see our guide on how long cigars last. Learn more from Wikipedia, the official Habanos S.A. site.
Jonathan Baker –
Very good cigar. The Cuban Cigar Punch Ser D` Oro no.1 lives up to its reputation. Beautiful wrapper, good construction, and nice flavor development. Tasted leather and wood with a smooth finish. Not the absolute best I’ve had, but definitely solid. Would buy again.
Donna Campbell –
A true masterpiece from Cuban Cigar. This Punch Ser D` Oro no.1 is everything you want in a premium Cuban cigar. Exquisite flavors of cocoa and pepper, flawless construction, razor-sharp burn. Been smoking these for years and they never disappoint!
Linda Davis –
Decent cigar but not my favorite from Cuban Cigar. The Punch Ser D` Oro no.1 has good flavor – cedar and spice – but didn’t wow me like other Cubans I’ve had. Construction was fine, burn was mostly even. It’s good, just not exceptional. Worth trying though.
Larry Barnes –
Absolutely outstanding cigar! The Cuban Cigar Punch Ser D` Oro no.1 delivers exceptional quality from start to finish. Rich, complex flavors with notes of coffee and cream. Perfect construction and draw. This is what premium Cuban cigars are all about. Highly recommended!
Steven Rivera –
A true masterpiece from Cuban Cigar. This Punch Ser D` Oro no.1 is everything you want in a premium Cuban cigar. Exquisite flavors of coffee and cream, flawless construction, razor-sharp burn. Been smoking these for years and they never disappoint!
Jacqueline Porter –
Decent cigar but not my favorite from Cuban Cigar. The Punch Ser D` Oro no.1 has good flavor – nuts and earth – but didn’t wow me like other Cubans I’ve had. Construction was fine, burn was mostly even. It’s good, just not exceptional. Worth trying though.
Gloria Ferguson –
Absolutely outstanding cigar! The Cuban Cigar Punch Ser D` Oro no.1 delivers exceptional quality from start to finish. Rich, complex flavors with notes of leather and wood. Perfect construction and draw. This is what premium Cuban cigars are all about. Highly recommended!
Ryan Hall –
This is hands down one of the best cigars I’ve smoked this year. The Cuban Cigar Punch Ser D` Oro no.1 exceeded all expectations. Rich, creamy smoke with complex notes of cocoa and pepper. Construction is perfect, ash holds firm. Worth every penny!