Encyclopedia of Premium Tobacco

  • Maduro Tobacco Leaf

    Maduro wrappers undergo prolonged, high-heat fermentation to achieve their deep color and natural sweetness, yielding chocolate-, coffee-, and molasses-driven flavors in a smooth medium-to-full-bodied smoke.

    What is a Maduro Wrapper?

    Posted on June 03 2025

    Quick Summary “Maduro” refers to dark cigar wrappers—usually fermented longer and hotter to develop a rich brown-to-nearly-black color. Common Maduro leaves include Connecticut Broadleaf, Mexican San Andrés, and Brazilian Arapiraca....

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