San Cristobal El Morro is the crowning double corona of San Cristobal de la Habana, named for the fortress that guards Havana harbour. This medium to full 7.6" x 49 double corona delivers earthy tobacco, roasted coffee and dark cocoa. Reach for it after dinner when you have an unhurried hour to spare. Learn more →
San Cristobal de la Habana is one of Cuba's most storied marcas — every cigar hand-rolled in Havana from sun-grown Vuelta Abajo leaf, aged and crafted by master torcedores under the official Habanos S.A. seal.
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Every San Cristobal El Morro is guaranteed 100% authentic, sourced directly from Habanos S.A. with the official seal and full traceability from Vuelta Abajo to your door.
The San Cristobal El Morro carries the name of the historic fortress that has guarded the mouth of Havana harbour for centuries, and it sits at the top of the San Cristobal de la Habana range as its grandest format. San Cristobal de la Habana takes its name from the original 16th century name of Havana itself, and the brand was conceived as a tribute to the city and the fortifications that once defended it. Rolled in Cuba from Vuelta Abajo leaf, the El Morro is a full-bodied double corona built for unhurried sessions where the wrapper has room to develop its character slowly.
The opening third is grounded in earthy, woody tobacco with a gentle natural sweetness and a thread of cedar that frames each draw. As the cigar settles into its middle third, roasted coffee and dark cocoa come forward, joined by a measured spice that keeps the smoke lively without turning sharp. The final third deepens toward leather and a richer, more concentrated tobacco core, finishing long and warm as the strength climbs toward its fuller side.
This is a cigar that rewards patience. Kept at a steady 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and around 18 degrees Celsius, the El Morro mellows over a few years, with its earthier edges softening and the sweeter coffee and cocoa tones gaining clarity. The generous ring gauge and long format mean each stick holds a large volume of leaf, so even modest cellaring time can make a noticeable difference to balance and smoothness.
The El Morro suits the experienced smoker who has an hour or more to give and prefers a cigar with real depth rather than a quick light. Its medium to full body makes it better as an after-dinner companion than a morning smoke, and its size appeals to those who enjoy watching a blend evolve across a long burn. Newcomers may find it demanding, but for collectors of classic Cuban double coronas it is a satisfying choice.
What size is the San Cristobal El Morro?
It is a double corona measuring 7.6 inches by a 49 ring gauge, the largest vitola in the San Cristobal de la Habana line.
How strong is the El Morro?
It sits in the medium to full range, building in body as it burns, which is why it is best enjoyed after a meal rather than early in the day.
What does the El Morro taste like?
Expect earthy tobacco and cedar up front, moving into roasted coffee, dark cocoa and spice, and finishing on leather and a deeper tobacco core.
Browse all San Cristobal de la Habana cigars, see our San Cristobal de la Habana price guide, or try the San Cristobal de la Habana 20 Aniversario 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.
Customer Reviews
Incredible cigar! The San Cristobal El Morro from San Cristobal is absolutely exceptional. Smooth, complex, and beautifully balanced. Got wonderful notes of honey and tobacco throughout the smoke. Lasted about 59 minutes. Already ordering another box!
Exceptional cigar from San Cristobal. The San Cristobal El Morro delivers on every level - flavor, construction, consistency. Beautiful notes of nuts and earth throughout the 75 minute smoke. This is why Cuban cigars are legendary!
This is hands down one of the best cigars I've smoked this year. The San Cristobal San Cristobal El Morro exceeded all expectations. Rich, creamy smoke with complex notes of coffee and cream. Construction is perfect, ash holds firm. Worth every penny!
Solid cigar from San Cristobal. The San Cristobal El Morro has nice flavors of cocoa and pepper and good construction. Enjoyed about 62 minutes of smooth smoking. Would recommend, especially for those new to San Cristobal.
Top-tier quality from San Cristobal. The San Cristobal El Morro showcases everything I love about Cuban cigars - impeccable craftsmanship, smooth draw, and layers of flavor. Picked up notes of coffee and cream. Burned evenly throughout. A must-try for any serious aficionado!
Absolutely outstanding cigar! The San Cristobal San Cristobal El Morro 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!
Very good cigar. The San Cristobal San Cristobal El Morro lives up to its reputation. Beautiful wrapper, good construction, and nice flavor development. Tasted honey and tobacco with a smooth finish. Not the absolute best I've had, but definitely solid. Would buy again.
Five stars all the way! The San Cristobal San Cristobal El Morro is simply amazing. Smooth from start to finish with beautiful notes of cedar and spice. This is my go-to cigar now. Outstanding quality and flavor complexity!
Five stars all the way! The San Cristobal San Cristobal El Morro is simply amazing. Smooth from start to finish with beautiful notes of cocoa and pepper. This is my go-to cigar now. Outstanding quality and flavor complexity!
Five stars all the way! The San Cristobal San Cristobal El Morro is simply amazing. Smooth from start to finish with beautiful notes of honey and tobacco. This is my go-to cigar now. Outstanding quality and flavor complexity!
Very good cigar. The San Cristobal San Cristobal El Morro lives up to its reputation. Beautiful wrapper, good construction, and nice flavor development. Tasted nuts and earth with a smooth finish. Not the absolute best I've had, but definitely solid. Would buy again.
Five stars all the way! The San Cristobal San Cristobal El Morro 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!
Decent cigar but not my favorite from San Cristobal. The San Cristobal El Morro 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.
Absolutely love this San Cristobal El Morro! 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!
The San Cristobal El Morro is a respectable cigar. Nice notes of nuts and earth, 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.
Great cigar! San Cristobal San Cristobal El Morro 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!
The San Cristobal San Cristobal El Morro is a quality cigar. Nice balance of flavor and strength. I enjoyed the leather and wood notes throughout. Construction was very good with only one minor touch-up needed. Good cigar for experienced smokers.
A true masterpiece from San Cristobal. This San Cristobal El Morro is everything you want in a premium Cuban cigar. Exquisite flavors of leather and wood, flawless construction, razor-sharp burn. Been smoking these for years and they never disappoint!
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