Punch Cuban Cigars

Introduction

A legend among Havana brands, Punch Cuban Cigars form the second oldest marque still in production. With an incredible wide range of handmade and machine-made models, Punch is characterized not only by the fragrant and slightly sweet flavors, but also by their consistently good quality and excellent value.

The Punch range is comparable to Partagas in variety, however Punch is much milder; the exceptions are the large Double Coronas and Punch Churchills, which have more body and pronounced flavors. In terms of price, Punch falls into the same category as Romeo y Julieta, Bolivar and H. Upmann.

Often snubbed by veteran smokers for more exotic blends, Punch owes a lot of its success from being the choice of new and occasional cigar smokers. In 2000, Punch was the 6th best-selling Habanos brand in Great Britain, out of 18 brands that are exported there.

The Flavors of Punch Cigars

Punch cigars are characterized as being medium-bodied, plesantly sweet-spicy and enhanced by traces of nuts, vanilla and tangy flavors of earth and fruit or wood. depending on the vitola. A pronounced woody aftertaste provides excellent balance to the texture.

It is generally recommended not to age them for too long. They can develop into exceptional smokes after just 3 to 5 years in a humidor.

Punch Cigars Range

Despite having close to 40 cigar sizes, the level of consistency in quality is quite amazing. Particularly the mid- to larger-sized cigars, all Punch vitolas are very dependable and reasonably priced. They are Habanos of indisputable craftmanship and reliability.

Some of the more popular cigars in the range are:

Punch Churchills
Gauge: 47  |  Length: 178mm (7”)  |  Style: Medium-to-Full

Medium-bodied Punch Churchill cigars are great Habanos to smoke. Flavors of earth, sweet spices, leather and hints of coffee give these cigars a lovely texture. Not as robust as Churchills from Cohiba or H. Upmann, their strength grows with age. Achieved a 92 rating from Cigar Aficionado.

Punch Double Coronas
Gauge: 49  |  Length: 194mm (7 5/8 ”)  |  Style: Medium-to-Full

One of the best Double Coronas around. Punch Double Coronas cigars are strong and robust without being aggressive. Rich notes of chocolate and wood, with earthy and cedar notes. Very aromatic and well constructed, In a recent tasting, the Double Coronas scored 96 with Cigar Aficionado.

Punch Petit Punch
Gauge: 40  |  Length: 102mm (4”)  |  Style: Medium-to-Full

A great everyday cigar for its size. Punch Petit Punch cigars emit delectable spicy, woody and honeyed flavors that tingle the taste buds. They turn into sweeter and creamier smokes towards the end. Some smokers say it is so good, their only shortcoming is their small size. An ideal choice for beginners.

Punch Punch-Punch
Gauge: 46  |  Length: 143mm(5 1/2”)  |  Style: Medium-to-Full

Punch Punch-Punch cigars are one of the most sought Punch creations. Strong and generous in its aromas and flavors, cigar lovers will be taken aback by the smoothness and richness of the earthy and honey flavors. The flagship of the Punch brand, they accounted for 20% of Punch cigar sales in the UK in 2006.