Originally gifted exclusively to world leaders by Nicaraguan ambassadors on official missions, Joya de Nicaragua's Número Uno became a favorite among cigar enthusiasts since its debut as an event-exclusive cigar in the United States in 2018. Número Uno has garnered numerous accolades: it was Halfwheel's Top Cigar of 2018; rated the Best Cigar of 2019 by Cigar Dojo, and ranked as the No. 6 cigar in Cigar Aficionado's Top 25 list for 2020 with a 95-point rating. It features a smooth, Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper and Nicaraguan binder and filler tobaccos to create a mellow to medium-bodied and flavorful smoking experience with lots of rich creaminess.
Differing from the all-Nicaraguan blending style that Joya has become known for in its 51 years of existence, the Número Uno is topped with a Connecticut Shade wrapper grown in Ecuador. Additionally, Joya has assigned only their most seasoned torcedores to craft the cigar, limiting production to 1,500 boxes per year (37,500 cigars) for the global market. Número Uno is part of Joya de Nicaragua's "Obras Maestras" line, the designation for our ultra-premium family of cigars.
The draw here is impeccable, imparting a creamy, toasty smoke that speaks softly of vanilla, almonds and cinnamon. No flavor is competing for dominance on the palate. Rather, each note dances delicately like a well-choreographed ballet suite. Aside from displaying the supreme craftsmanship of Joya's acclaimed Nicaraguan factory, Número Uno is a feat in balance and complexity. The cigar sets itself apart through an immensely long-lasting finish, evolving on the palate long after each draw.
Originally gifted exclusively to world leaders by Nicaraguan ambassadors on official missions, Joya de Nicaragua's Número Uno became a favorite among cigar enthusiasts since its debut as an event-exclusive cigar in the United States in 2018. Número Uno has garnered numerous accolades: it was Halfwheel's Top Cigar of 2018; rated the Best Cigar of 2019 by Cigar Dojo, and ranked as the No. 6 cigar in Cigar Aficionado's Top 25 list for 2020 with a 95-point rating. It features a smooth, Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper and Nicaraguan binder and filler tobaccos to create a mellow to medium-bodied and flavorful smoking experience with lots of rich creaminess.
Differing from the all-Nicaraguan blending style that Joya has become known for in its 51 years of existence, the Número Uno is topped with a Connecticut Shade wrapper grown in Ecuador. Additionally, Joya has assigned only their most seasoned torcedores to craft the cigar, limiting production to 1,500 boxes per year (37,500 cigars) for the global market. Número Uno is part of Joya de Nicaragua's "Obras Maestras" line, the designation for our ultra-premium family of cigars.
The draw here is impeccable, imparting a creamy, toasty smoke that speaks softly of vanilla, almonds and cinnamon. No flavor is competing for dominance on the palate. Rather, each note dances delicately like a well-choreographed ballet suite. Aside from displaying the supreme craftsmanship of Joya's acclaimed Nicaraguan factory, Número Uno is a feat in balance and complexity. The cigar sets itself apart through an immensely long-lasting finish, evolving on the palate long after each draw.
