The US cigar magazine Cigar Aficionado annually determines the top 25 best cigars. Since 2004 (the first choice), Padrón has been in the top 5, reaching first place three times. The recipe for success can be traced back to the always perfect quality of the cigars. The commitment to producing the best tobacco is a tradition that has been passed down to four generations and is the backbone of the company. When it says Padrón on the label, it is a matter of family honor! The Padróns know that making a great cigar takes time and experience. It takes at least 4 years from the time the seeds are planted to the finished cigar. They deliver only the finest handcrafted, intricately composed cigars with the flavor of the Cuban heritage from which the recipe emerged. Nicaragua at it’s best!