Cyrilla Nationals Maduro Cigars - Box of 25

The middle of the Cyrilla range and the easiest first Maduro, at about $1.56 a cigar.

Cyrilla Nationals Maduro is the dark-wrapper version of the middle line in the Cyrilla range. It carries a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper over Dominican and Honduran binder and filler. A box holds 25 cigars, priced at $38.99 against a $64.98 list price, which works out to about $1.56 per cigar.

If you have never tried a Maduro, this is the sensible place to start. It sits between the cheapest box, Slims, and the larger Senators and Kings lines, so you get a mid-range price and a size that is neither the smallest nor the largest. Connecticut Broadleaf is a sun-grown leaf that cigar guides describe as earthy and toasty with a subtle sweetness. In a mild blend like this one, it adds richness without turning the cigar heavy.

These are machine-made cigars, built for consistency and a low cost per cigar. They are not hand-rolled, and they are made for easy smoking. The Cyrilla name goes back to the early 1900s, from Chicago to Tampa, and is now held by Arango Cigar Co.

What to expect:

1. Toasty, earthy flavor with a hint of sweetness
2. A mild body that is richer than the Natural, but still easy
3. A dark wrapper that looks rustic, with visible veins, which is normal

Who it suits:

1. Anyone trying a Maduro for the first time
2. Smokers who want a dark, mild cigar at a mid-range price
3. Buyers who liked the Nationals Natural and want to see what the dark wrapper changes

For the lighter wrapper in the same line, see Cyrilla Nationals Natural. For a cheaper box, see Slims Maduro. For a step up in size, see Senators Maduro or Kings Maduro. More boxes are in our cigar collection.

For adults 21+ only. Contains nicotine, which is addictive.

Key Features:

1. Brand: Cyrilla (Arango Cigar Co.)
2. Line: Nationals, Maduro
3. Construction: Machine-made
4. Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf (reported)
5. Binder and filler: Dominican Republic and Honduras
6. Strength: Mild
7. Packaging: Box of 25
8. Price: $38.99 (list $64.98, 40% off), about $1.56 per cigar
9. Shipping: Same-day shipping available, free on orders of $200+