About the Los Statos de Luxe Cremas
Los Statos de Luxe is one of the quieter chapters in the Habanos story, a local Cuban marca that traces its roots to around 1940 and remained in production until it was retired from the official portfolio in 2005. For much of its later life the line was machine made and finished in cellophane, which made it an approachable, everyday smoke during its heyday. The Cremas was the corona of the range, and surviving examples now carry a certain collector appeal precisely because the brand no longer appears in Habanos catalogues. Smoking one is a little like opening a window onto an older, less flashy era of Cuban cigar making.
Flavor profile by thirds
The first third opens gently, with soft milk chocolate and a faint barnyard sweetness drifting up from the wrapper, joined by light earth. Through the middle the cigar settles into toasted hazelnut and cedar, with a thread of leather giving the smoke a bit of backbone. The final third nudges things slightly fuller, bringing toasted oak, cocoa, and a whisper of nutmeg before a clean, dry finish. Throughout, this stays a medium smoke that rewards patience rather than chasing intensity.
Pairings
- A cup of freshly brewed espresso or cafe con leche, echoing the cigar’s chocolate and hazelnut notes.
- An aged Cuban or Caribbean rum, whose caramel sweetness lifts the cedar and cocoa.
- A lighter single malt or a glass of tawny port for an unhurried evening smoke.
Aging and storage
Like most older Cuban tobacco, the Cremas does best when kept at a steady humidity around 65 to 70 percent and a temperature near 18 degrees Celsius, or roughly 65 degrees Fahrenheit. A well seasoned humidor protects the delicate wrapper and keeps the cigar smoking evenly. Vintage examples of this marca are often already mature, so they ask for careful handling rather than long further aging. Rest a cigar for a day or two after it arrives, then enjoy it while the flavors are at their most expressive.
Who it is for
This is a cigar for the smoker who values mellow balance and a touch of history over raw power. Newer enthusiasts will appreciate how forgiving and easy going the corona format is, while seasoned collectors will enjoy tasting a discontinued Cuban marca firsthand. If you prefer a full bodied, peppery experience, look elsewhere, but if a relaxed daytime corona with chocolate and nut character appeals, the Cremas is a quietly satisfying choice.
Frequently asked questions
Is Los Statos de Luxe still in production?
No. The original Cuban Los Statos de Luxe was a local Habanos marca that was discontinued around 2005, so any examples in circulation today are from existing stock rather than current production.
What size and strength is the Cremas?
The Cremas is a Corona measuring 5.5 inches, about 140 mm, with a 40 ring gauge, and it smokes at a medium strength and body.
What does the Cremas taste like?
Expect milk chocolate, toasted hazelnut, and light earth early on, moving into cedar, leather, cocoa, and toasted oak as it develops, all carried on a smooth medium body.
Explore more
Browse all Cuban Cigars cigars, or try the Montecristo No.2 and Cohiba Robustos. Store yours in a seasoned humidor and see our guide on how long cigars last. Learn more from the official Habanos S.A. site.
Lisa Walker –
Exceptional cigar from Cuban Cigar. The Los Statos de Luxe Cremas delivers on every level – flavor, construction, consistency. Beautiful notes of nuts and earth throughout the 47 minute smoke. This is why Cuban cigars are legendary!
Rebecca Cook –
Good cigar but expected a bit more for the price. The Cuban Cigar Los Statos de Luxe Cremas delivered on flavor (leather and wood) and construction, but lacked the complexity I was hoping for. Solid smoke, just not outstanding. Still enjoyable.
Carol King –
Top-tier quality from Cuban Cigar. The Los Statos de Luxe Cremas showcases everything I love about Cuban cigars – impeccable craftsmanship, smooth draw, and layers of flavor. Picked up notes of leather and wood. Burned evenly throughout. A must-try for any serious aficionado!
Susan Richardson –
Best cigar I’ve had in a long time! Cuban Cigar really knocked it out of the park with the Los Statos de Luxe Cremas. Rich flavor profile featuring leather and wood, perfect draw, and excellent burn. Can’t recommend this enough!
Raymond Morgan –
Solid cigar from Cuban Cigar. The Los Statos de Luxe Cremas has nice flavors of cedar and spice and good construction. Enjoyed about 85 minutes of smooth smoking. Would recommend, especially for those new to Cuban Cigar.
Albert Ross –
The Los Statos de Luxe Cremas is a respectable cigar. Nice notes of leather and wood, decent construction. However, I found it a bit one-dimensional compared to other Cuban Cigar offerings. Not bad, but there are better options in this price range.
Anna Sanders –
Really enjoyed this Los Statos de Luxe Cremas. Cuban Cigar consistently delivers quality and this is no exception. Good complexity with notes of cedar and spice. Construction was solid and burn was even. A bit pricey but you get what you pay for with Cuban cigars. Recommended!
Willie Ford –
Absolutely outstanding cigar! The Cuban Cigar Los Statos de Luxe Cremas 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!
Laura Bell –
Phenomenal smoke! Been enjoying Cuban cigars for years and this Los Statos de Luxe Cremas is easily one of my favorites. Beautiful wrapper, flawless construction, and about 64 minutes of pure enjoyment. The flavor profile is incredible – cocoa and pepper. Will definitely order more!
Dennis Wallace –
Absolutely outstanding cigar! The Cuban Cigar Los Statos de Luxe Cremas 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!
Andrew Thompson –
Incredible cigar! The Los Statos de Luxe Cremas from Cuban Cigar is absolutely exceptional. Smooth, complex, and beautifully balanced. Got wonderful notes of leather and wood throughout the smoke. Lasted about 73 minutes. Already ordering another box!
Gregory Murphy –
Top-tier quality from Cuban Cigar. The Los Statos de Luxe Cremas showcases everything I love about Cuban cigars – impeccable craftsmanship, smooth draw, and layers of flavor. Picked up notes of nuts and earth. Burned evenly throughout. A must-try for any serious aficionado!
Jeffrey Watson –
The Los Statos de Luxe Cremas is a respectable cigar. Nice notes of leather and wood, decent construction. However, I found it a bit one-dimensional compared to other Cuban Cigar offerings. Not bad, but there are better options in this price range.
Steven Rivera –
A true masterpiece from Cuban Cigar. This Los Statos de Luxe Cremas 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!
Daniel Moore –
Great cigar! Cuban Cigar Los Statos de Luxe Cremas offers excellent quality and flavor. Notes of honey and tobacco throughout, good burn, nice draw. Not quite perfect but very close. Will definitely order again!
Sarah Johnson –
A true masterpiece from Cuban Cigar. This Los Statos de Luxe Cremas 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!
Betty Lewis –
Solid cigar from Cuban Cigar. The Los Statos de Luxe Cremas has nice flavors of cocoa and pepper and good construction. Enjoyed about 88 minutes of smooth smoking. Would recommend, especially for those new to Cuban Cigar.
Donna Campbell –
The Los Statos de Luxe Cremas is a respectable cigar. Nice notes of cocoa and pepper, decent construction. However, I found it a bit one-dimensional compared to other Cuban Cigar offerings. Not bad, but there are better options in this price range.
Sandra Young –
Absolutely outstanding cigar! The Cuban Cigar Los Statos de Luxe Cremas delivers exceptional quality from start to finish. Rich, complex flavors with notes of honey and tobacco. Perfect construction and draw. This is what premium Cuban cigars are all about. Highly recommended!
Nancy Martin –
Absolutely outstanding cigar! The Cuban Cigar Los Statos de Luxe Cremas delivers exceptional quality from start to finish. Rich, complex flavors with notes of honey and tobacco. Perfect construction and draw. This is what premium Cuban cigars are all about. Highly recommended!