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.