Kristoff Original Maduro Robusto

The Kristoff Original Maduro Robusto is a medium-bodied, hand-rolled Dominican cigar and the very encapsulation of a great Maduro. Measuring 5½" × 54, it features a dark, oily Brazilian Maduro wrapper over a Cuban-seed Dominican binder and a blend of Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers. Finished with a signature pigtail cap and uncut foot in the classic Cuban style, each cigar is draw-tested and built using the entubar bunching technique for a consistent, smooth draw and even burn. Expect coffee bean, cocoa, a hint of spice and a sweet dark-chocolate finish — the ideal medium-bodied smoke for anyone chasing the rich, smooth character of a fine Maduro. Rated 90 by Cigar Journal.

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About Kristoff

Established in 2004 by Glen Case, Kristoff Cigars has become internationally known for producing some of the finest cigars in the industry. The brand uses only the highest-quality double- and triple-fermented premium tobaccos sourced from around the world, artfully blended to satisfy the most discriminating aficionado. Kristoff’s signature touches — the pigtail cap, the uncut “shaggy” foot and rigorous draw-testing — reflect a commitment to old-world craftsmanship and consistency that has earned the brand a devoted following.

Tasting Notes of the Kristoff Original Maduro Robusto

A smooth, creamy, medium-bodied Maduro.

- Initial Third: Coffee bean, cocoa and toasted almond, with gentle spice and a hint of earthiness for complexity and depth.

- Middle Third: Liquorice, sweet dark chocolate and a creamy mouthfeel develop, with nutty sweetness and subtle pepper persisting.

- Final Third: Intensifies with lingering spice, earth and a sweet, balanced finish, with occasional molasses and dried-fruit notes rounding out the profile.

- Aroma: A bouquet of espresso, dark chocolate, cedar and sweet spice, with a creamy, mellow undertone and a touch of earth.

- Mouthfeel: Smooth, creamy and medium-bodied, with a velvet-like texture and a consistently even burn.

Sourced through Barkers of Harrogate, the UK distributor of Kristoff cigars — your assurance that these cigars reached the UK through the authorised channel and arrived in optimum condition.

Free UK delivery for purchases over £50.

Fun Facts About the Kristoff Original Maduro Robusto

The signature pigtail cap and uncut “shaggy” foot are Kristoff hallmarks borrowed from classic Cuban craftsmanship — they make the cigar instantly recognisable and let you light the foot’s exposed filler for a distinctive first few draws.

Each cigar is built using the entubar bunching method, where filler leaves are individually rolled into little tubes before bunching — a more labour-intensive technique prized for producing an exceptionally consistent, smooth draw.

Kristoff was founded in 2004 by Glen Case, who named the brand after his son — a personal touch behind a company now known worldwide for premium, well-aged tobaccos.

FAQ About the Kristoff Original Maduro Robusto

What is a Maduro?
A cigar with a darker wrapper aged and fermented longer, producing sweeter, richer flavours — here, dark chocolate, coffee and a touch of spice. The Kristoff Original Maduro is a benchmark example.

Is it a strong cigar?
It’s medium-bodied — rich and flavourful, with plenty of chocolate-and-coffee character, but smooth and balanced rather than powerful.

What are the pigtail cap and uncut foot for?
They’re traditional craftsmanship touches: the pigtail is a decorative twisted cap, and the uncut foot exposes the filler so you can toast it directly, adding character to the first few draws.

Where are your Kristoff cigars sourced from?
Through Barkers of Harrogate, the UK distributor.