Padron Series 2000 Robusto Maduro

Cigar Aficionado Rating 92

Founded in 1964, the Padrón Series were the start of the Padrón legacy. All tobacco used in the manufacture of this cigar is sun-grown and aged for a minimum of two and a half years. Offering exceptional quality and value, this cigar is now regarded as a classic!

The Padron Series 2000 Robusto Maduro burns and draws beautifully, showing an elegant array of nuts, nougat and caramel leading to a chocolate espresso finish.

"The draw of this box-pressed robusto is open and easy, showing a hearty palate of oak, coffee bean, cocoa and almond. Touches of fruit and red pepper spice lead to a leathery finish."- Cigar Aficionado

Wrapper: Nicaragua

Binder: Nicaragua

Filler: Nicaragua

Strength: Medium to Full

🥃 Ideal Drink Pairings for Padrón 2000 Maduro:

🔸 1. Aged Rum (8–15 Years)

Why: The natural sweetness of aged rum (especially from Nicaragua, Panama, or the Dominican Republic) complements the cigar’s cocoa and coffee notes beautifully.

• Examples:

  • Flor de Caña 12 or 18 (Nicaragua)

  • Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva (Venezuela)

  • Ron Abuelo 12 Años (Panama)

🔸 2. Bourbon

Why: Bourbon’s vanilla, caramel, and toasted oak flavours echo the Maduro’s sweetness and spice.

• Examples:

  • Woodford Reserve

  • Elijah Craig Small Batch

  • Maker’s Mark 46

🔸 3. Single Malt Scotch (Sherry Cask or Lightly Peated)

Why: Adds complexity; sherried malts complement cocoa and dried fruit notes, while light peat plays with the earthiness.

• Examples:

  • GlenDronach 12 or 15 (sherry cask)

  • Balvenie DoubleWood 12

  • Highland Park 12 (light smoke + honey)

🔸 4. Espresso or Strong Coffee

Why: A non-alcoholic classic. The cigar's espresso-like bitterness and molasses sweetness are mirrored and amplified.

• Try: Double espresso or a rich French press Colombian brew.

🔸 5. Tawny Port

Why: Adds a syrupy texture and raisin/dried fruit sweetness that contrasts the cigar's spice and earth.

• Examples:

  • Taylor Fladgate 10 Year Tawny

  • Graham’s Six Grapes (if you want a slightly fresher fruit note)

🧠 Pro Tip:

Because the Padrón 2000 Maduro has a bold profile, avoid pairing with drinks that are too delicate (e.g., light white wines or crisp lagers)—they’ll be overwhelmed. Choose something with body, sweetness, or spice to stand up to and complement the cigar.