MADURO CIGARS
Maduro cigars are cigars with a dark wrapper that has been aged and fermented to create a rich, flavorful profile:
Color
Maduro cigars can range in color from dark brown to jet black.
Flavor
Maduro cigars are often more complex and have a deep, rich flavor, similar to dark beer or aged rum.
Fermentation
The leaves used to make Maduro wrappers are thicker and require a longer fermentation process, which can last up to six years. The longer the fermentation, the darker the color and the milder the wrapper.
Origin
Maduro wrappers can come from many countries and regions around the world and can be grown from a number of seed varietals.
Strength
While many Maduro cigars tend to be stronger, there is a wide range of strengths and flavor profiles across Maduro cigars.
Natural vs. Maduro
The main difference between Maduro and Natural cigars is their color, with Maduro cigars being dark and Natural cigars being light.