About the Punch Presidentes
Punch traces its roots to the mid-nineteenth century, making it one of the oldest names still rolled in Cuba. Founded to charm the English market and built around the cheeky figure of Mr. Punch, the brand has always stood for honest, full-flavored Vuelta Abajo tobacco. The Presidentes carries that tradition into one of the more dramatic shapes in the catalog, a tapered Double Figurado that asks for patience and rewards it. Every cigar is totally handmade with long filler, the wrapper and binder drawn from the same legendary Pinar del Rio fields that gave the marca its reputation.
Flavor profile by thirds
The opening third leans into classic Punch character, a smoky hardwood core wrapped around warm cedar and a whisper of cocoa sweetness. As the figurado opens up through the middle, the smoke turns rounder and more savory, with supple leather and toasted nuts joining a steady earthiness. The final third is where the medium to full body really asserts itself, pushing forward darker, woodier tones and a gentle peppery edge that lingers without ever turning harsh.
Pairings
- An aged Cuban rum, sipped neat, to echo the cigar’s woody sweetness
- A robust espresso or dark roast coffee that mirrors its cocoa and toast
- A peaty single malt whisky for those who want the leather and spice amplified
Aging and storage
Like most full-bodied Habanos, the Presidentes responds well to rest. Keep it in a seasoned humidor held around 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and roughly 18 degrees Celsius, and the younger, sharper notes will soften over a year or two into something smoother and more integrated. The thick body of a Double Figurado holds humidity beautifully, so avoid wide swings in conditions and let the cigar settle for at least a few weeks after it arrives before lighting one.
Who it is for
This is a cigar for the smoker who already enjoys Cuban tobacco and wants weight and presence rather than a quick, mild break. The figurado shape demands a careful cut and a measured light, so it suits an unhurried evening rather than a rushed afternoon. If you appreciate Punch for its smoky depth and want the brand at its most assertive, the Presidentes is the natural choice.
Frequently asked questions
How strong is the Punch Presidentes?
It sits in the medium to full range, building in intensity toward the final third while keeping the smooth, woody character the Punch marca is known for.
What size is the Presidentes vitola?
It is a Double Figurado measuring about 6.2 inches (158 mm) with a 47 ring gauge, a tapered shape on both ends that concentrates the smoke as you go.
How should I cut and light a figurado like this?
Take a clean cut just above the narrowest part of the head and toast the foot slowly. The pointed shape rewards a gentle, even light over a fast, hot one.
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.