About the San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano
The San Cristobal de la Habana brand pays homage to the original 1519 name of Havana, and its vitolas borrow their titles from the fortresses and old streets that once guarded the city. Oficios takes its name from one of Old Havana’s historic thoroughfares, a road long associated with skilled trades and craftsmen. This particular cigar belongs to a small group of formats created exclusively for the La Casa del Habano network and carries the recognizable second band that marks those releases. Production was discontinued in 2011, which has turned the Oficios into a sought-after smoke among collectors who appreciate well-aged Cuban tobacco. The factory shape is the Dalias Cortas, a true Corona measuring 5.3 inches (135 mm) with a 43 ring gauge.
Flavor profile by thirds
The opening third leans on a clean cedar base lifted by a gentle honeyed sweetness, with smoke that feels creamy and unhurried on the palate. As the cigar moves into its middle section, the body fills out and earthier tones arrive, joined by roasted coffee, a touch of buttery nuttiness, and a discreet thread of black pepper that keeps everything lively. The final third pulls these elements together: the cedar stays in the lead while a deeper, richer earthiness settles underneath, and faint notes reminiscent of chocolate round out a finish that stays balanced rather than aggressive.
Pairings
- An aged Cuban rum, whose cane sweetness mirrors the cigar’s honeyed edge.
- A cup of dark roasted coffee or espresso to echo the roasted-bean character of the second third.
- A lighter single malt or a glass of tawny port for relaxed, after-dinner smoking.
Aging and storage
Because this is a discontinued release, most examples in circulation already carry several years of age, and that maturity tends to soften the cigar while deepening its sweeter, coffee-forward tones. Keep your sticks in a well seasoned humidor held at roughly 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and a steady temperature near 18 degrees Celsius. Stored correctly, these Coronas continue to settle gracefully, so there is no rush to smoke them all at once.
Who it is for
The Oficios suits the smoker who values refinement over raw power. Its medium body makes it approachable for those still building their Cuban palate, yet the layered cedar, coffee, and nut notes give experienced aficionados plenty to study. The Corona format and the roughly one-hour smoking time also make it a natural choice for a midday break or an unhurried evening, and collectors will simply enjoy owning a piece of La Casa del Habano history.
Frequently asked questions
Is the San Cristobal Oficios still in production?
No. It was a La Casa del Habano exclusive that was discontinued in 2011, so any boxes you find today come from older, aged stock.
What size and strength is the Oficios?
It is a Corona, factory name Dalias Cortas, measuring 5.3 inches (135 mm) by a 43 ring gauge, and it smokes at a medium body.
How long does it take to smoke?
Most smokers enjoy it over roughly an hour, which fits the relaxed, elegant character of this format.
Explore more
Browse all La Casa Del Habano cigars, or try the H Upmann Royal Robustos Casa del Habano and San Cristobal La Muralla Casa Del Habano. Store yours in a seasoned humidor and see our guide on how long cigars last. Learn more from the official Habanos S.A. site.
Susan Richardson –
Incredible cigar! The San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano from San Cristobal is absolutely exceptional. Smooth, complex, and beautifully balanced. Got wonderful notes of cocoa and pepper throughout the smoke. Lasted about 62 minutes. Already ordering another box!
Sandra Young –
Phenomenal smoke! Been enjoying Cuban cigars for years and this San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano is easily one of my favorites. Beautiful wrapper, flawless construction, and about 83 minutes of pure enjoyment. The flavor profile is incredible – leather and wood. Will definitely order more!
Walter Sanders –
Phenomenal smoke! Been enjoying Cuban cigars for years and this San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano is easily one of my favorites. Beautiful wrapper, flawless construction, and about 54 minutes of pure enjoyment. The flavor profile is incredible – nuts and earth. Will definitely order more!
Douglas Wells –
Very pleased with this San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano. San Cristobal quality shines through with leather and wood flavors and solid construction. A touch expensive but worth it for special occasions. Good smoke!
Willie Ford –
Great cigar! San Cristobal San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano offers excellent quality and flavor. Notes of coffee and cream throughout, good burn, nice draw. Not quite perfect but very close. Will definitely order again!
Helen Bennett –
Absolutely outstanding cigar! The San Cristobal San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano delivers exceptional quality from start to finish. Rich, complex flavors with notes of cocoa and pepper. Perfect construction and draw. This is what premium Cuban cigars are all about. Highly recommended!
Victor Harper –
Very good cigar. The San Cristobal San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano lives up to its reputation. Beautiful wrapper, good construction, and nice flavor development. Tasted cedar and spice with a smooth finish. Not the absolute best I’ve had, but definitely solid. Would buy again.
Ryan Hall –
Five stars all the way! The San Cristobal San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano is simply amazing. Smooth from start to finish with beautiful notes of nuts and earth. This is my go-to cigar now. Outstanding quality and flavor complexity!
Frances Hunt –
Absolutely love this San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano! San Cristobal continues to impress with their quality. Wonderful complexity with cocoa and pepper, smooth creamy smoke, and perfect construction. One of my all-time favorites!
Donald Long –
Incredible cigar! The San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano from San Cristobal is absolutely exceptional. Smooth, complex, and beautifully balanced. Got wonderful notes of cocoa and pepper throughout the smoke. Lasted about 54 minutes. Already ordering another box!
Samuel Morris –
Incredible cigar! The San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano from San Cristobal is absolutely exceptional. Smooth, complex, and beautifully balanced. Got wonderful notes of leather and wood throughout the smoke. Lasted about 88 minutes. Already ordering another box!
Marie Reynolds –
Phenomenal smoke! Been enjoying Cuban cigars for years and this San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano is easily one of my favorites. Beautiful wrapper, flawless construction, and about 52 minutes of pure enjoyment. The flavor profile is incredible – cedar and spice. Will definitely order more!
Daniel Moore –
Decent cigar but not my favorite from San Cristobal. The San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano 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.
Julia Holmes –
Incredible cigar! The San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano from San Cristobal is absolutely exceptional. Smooth, complex, and beautifully balanced. Got wonderful notes of nuts and earth throughout the smoke. Lasted about 56 minutes. Already ordering another box!
Pamela Ward –
Incredible cigar! The San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano from San Cristobal is absolutely exceptional. Smooth, complex, and beautifully balanced. Got wonderful notes of cocoa and pepper throughout the smoke. Lasted about 80 minutes. Already ordering another box!
Thomas Perry –
Absolutely love this San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano! San Cristobal continues to impress with their quality. Wonderful complexity with leather and wood, smooth creamy smoke, and perfect construction. One of my all-time favorites!
Lisa Walker –
Best cigar I’ve had in a long time! San Cristobal really knocked it out of the park with the San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano. Rich flavor profile featuring cedar and spice, perfect draw, and excellent burn. Can’t recommend this enough!
Louis Webb –
A true masterpiece from San Cristobal. This San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano 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!
Kathleen Cooper –
Five stars all the way! The San Cristobal San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano is simply amazing. Smooth from start to finish with beautiful notes of leather and wood. This is my go-to cigar now. Outstanding quality and flavor complexity!
Michelle Adams –
Absolutely outstanding cigar! The San Cristobal San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano 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!
Janice Hart –
Incredible cigar! The San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano from San Cristobal is absolutely exceptional. Smooth, complex, and beautifully balanced. Got wonderful notes of nuts and earth throughout the smoke. Lasted about 46 minutes. Already ordering another box!
Janet Gray –
The San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano is a respectable cigar. Nice notes of honey and tobacco, decent construction. However, I found it a bit one-dimensional compared to other San Cristobal offerings. Not bad, but there are better options in this price range.
Annie Griffin –
Decent cigar but not my favorite from San Cristobal. The San Cristobal de la Habana Oficios Casa del Habano has good flavor – coffee and cream – 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.