La Gloria Cubana
With a heritage that began in Cuba in 1885, La Gloria Cubana exploded in popularity during the American cigar boom of the 1990s, becoming a symbol of bold, full-flavored cigars. Under the guidance of industry legends, the brand established itself as a go-to for smokers seeking a richer, more robust experience. Today, La Gloria Cubana continues to be celebrated for its vibrant, powerful blends and excellent craftsmanship.
Here at Stixx Cigar House, we present a collection that highlights the bold character of La Gloria Cubana. We feature the iconic Serie R line, known for its full-bodied profile in both a rich Natural version with notes of earth and sweet pepper , and a dark Maduro expression with hints of cinnamon, clove, and licorice. For a more modern take, explore the Serie S, which offers a tapestry of earth, leather, and roasted nuts.
Explore our collection below and find the La Gloria Cubana experience that speaks to you.
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La Gloria Cubana Robusto cigars offer a rich and complex smoking experience with notes of cedar, spice, earth, and coffee, often with a creamy or nutty undertone. This medium to full body smoke features an Ecuadorian wrapper.
Pairing Suggestions
Coffee: Coffee black or w/cream and sugar, Mocha Latte, espresso, spiced/chai tea.
Soft Drinks: Darker soft drinks like Coke, Cherry Coke and Pepsi.
Beer: Amber and Red Ales, IPA’s and Chocolatey Stout.
Spirits: Aged Tequila, aged whisky and scotch. Espresso Martini, old fashioned, spiced rum and coke.
Wine: Red wines with complexity like Cabernet, Bordeaux. Sparkling wines.
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Serie R No. 6 Maduro cigars offer a rich and complex flavor profile. Expect notes of pepper, earth, and coffee, complemented by a slightly sweet and creamy taste. The aged Maduro wrapper contributes to a unique and enjoyable experience. Cigars International notes that the Serie R has been rated 92 points and that the cigar has sweet woods, floral notes, spices, earth and hints of dried orange peel.
Pairing Suggestions
Coffee: Coffee black or w/cream and sugar, Latte, espresso.
Soft Drinks: Darker molassas soft drinks like Coke and Pepsi. Spiced/chai tea.
Beer: Amber and Red Ales, lagers, IPA’s.
Spirits: Aged Tequila, aged whisky and scotch. An espresso Martini will be a delight or an old fashioned.
Wine: Red wines that are little less complex like Pinot Noir, merlot or Zen. A Sauvignon blanc with its citrus notes will pair well with the orange peel in this cigar.
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Serie R No. 6 Natural cigars offer a full-bodied smoking experience with notes of earth, spices, and coffee, often accompanied by a subtle sweetness. The cigar features a rich Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper, a Nicaraguan binder, and a blend of Nicaraguan and Honduran fillers. You can also expect hints of nuts, sweet pepper, and a leathery explosion of flavor.
Pairing Suggestions
Coffee: Black smooth coffee, espresso, latte.
Soft Drinks: Darker molasses soft drinks like Pepsi and Coke. Spiced teas.
Beer: Amber ales, lagers, IPA’s, stout and spiked seltzers.
Spirits: SippingTequila like Anejo or extra anjeo, whisky, single malt scotch, bourbon, spiced dark rum. Enjoy a scotch sour or a scotch old fashioned will to get this beauty singing. .
Wine: Bold Red wines with complexity like Cabernet, Sangiovese or Chianti.
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Serie R No. 7 Maduro offers a rich, medium to full-bodied smoking experience with a complex flavor profile. Initial notes include oak and earthiness, which evolve into hints of cinnamon, clove, and licorice. The dark wrapper contributes to the depth, revealing wood, nut, subtle sweetness, and charry notes. It also features a satisfying coffee-like quality with charred oak.
Pairing Suggestions
Coffee: Coffee w/cream and sugar, cinnamon latte, flat white, cappuccino.
Soft Drinks: Flavored Sparkling Waters, Cream soda, root beer or ginger ales. Herbal teas.
Beer: Pilsners, wheat beer, lighter style ale’s, hard ciders and seltzers.
Spirits: Blanco Tequila or sipping tequila, Citrus Margaritas, scotch and whisky, Vodka and Gin with Citrus mixers, dark rum. Try a black licorice widow martini or a Death in the afternoon cocktail to highlight the licorice in this cigar.
Wine: Lighter reds such as blends, pinot noir, merlots or zens. Silver keg aged chardonnay will also pair nicely.
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Serie R No. 7 Natural cigars offer a full-bodied smoking experience with notes of earth, spices, coffee, and a subtle sweetness. The cigar is known for its intense pepper, hints of honey and black cherry, and a short, intense finish. The flavor profile also includes woody and earthy notes, balanced with a sweet finish.
Pairing Suggestions
Coffee: Black coffee, espresso, latte.
Soft Drinks: Darker molasses soft drinks like Pepsi and Coke, black cherry soda. Spiced teas. For a treat try a southern coke (Iced cold Coke with a handful of salted peanuts dumped in the Coke)
Beer: Amber ales, lagers, IPA’s, stout and spiked seltzers.
Spirits: SippingTequila like Anejo or extra anjeo, whisky with honey notes, single malt scotch, bourbon, cognac, spiced dark rum. Enjoy a scotch sour or a scotch old fashioned will to get this beauty singing. .
Wine: Bold Red wines with complexity like Cabernet or Chianti. Pair it with a peppery Malbec for and extra explosion of flavor.
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The La Gloria Cubana Serie S Gigante offers a medium-bodied smoking experience with notes of earth, spice, and a subtle sweetness. The cigar is known for its rich, full-bodied flavors, including earth, leather, black pepper, sweet spice, and roasted nuts, leading to a creamy smooth finish. Some other subtle notes include coffee, chocolate, and fruit.
Pairing Suggestions
Coffee: Coffee w/cream and sugar, Latte, Flat white, Cappuccino.
Soft Drinks: Flavored Sparkling Waters, Crisp citrus sodas. Cream sodas and ginger ales.
Beer: Light beer, Pilsners, wheat beer, lighter style ale’s, hard ciders and seltzers.
Spirits: Blanco Tequila, Citrus Margaritas, blended scotch and whisky, Vodka and Gin with Citrus mixers.
Wine: Creamy white wines like oak aged Chardonnay, Pinot Grigio. Lighter reds such as blends, merlots or zens.
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This is a medium to full-bodied cigar offering a tapestry of flavors including earth, spice, and a subtle sweetness. It features a Mexican San Andres wrapper, a Nicaraguan binder, and a blend of Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers. Other subtle notes include a balance of these flavors, with some highlighting notes of leather, molasses, and even hints of dark chocolate.
Pairing Suggestions
Coffee: Coffee w/cream and sugar, mocha latte, flat white, espresso.
Soft Drinks: Flavored sparkling waters, herbal teas, Coke or Pepsi.
Beer: Blond ales, lagers, pilsner and wheat beers.
Spirits: Reposado, Añejo, Extra Añejo Tequilas, Scotch, Whisky, Bourbon, dark rum. Run with scissors on this one and try a Knickerbocker or Whisky Smash.
Wine: Red wines with complexity like Cabernet, Shiraz (Syrah), Bordeaux.