What are the Cuaba Distinguidos Reserva del Milenio dimensions and when was it released?

The Cuaba Distinguidos Reserva del Milenio measures 162mm (6.4 inches) in length with a 42 ring gauge, classifying it as a Distinguidos vitola. Released in 1999 as part of Habanos S.A.'s Millennium Reserve Series, this commemorative cigar was produced in extremely limited quantities to mark the year 2000. The Reserva del Milenio series included special editions from five marques: Cohiba, Montecristo, Partagás, Romeo y Julieta, and Cuaba—the latter being the only figurado shape in the collection.

What does the Cuaba Distinguidos Reserva del Milenio taste like compared to regular Cuaba cigars?

The Reserva del Milenio delivers a medium-to-full bodied profile with pronounced cedar and leather notes, accompanied by subtle cocoa and dried fruit sweetness. Unlike standard Cuaba production, which uses tobacco aged two years, this Reserva employed leaves aged for a minimum of five years, resulting in smoother combustion and more refined transitions. The figurado shape concentrates flavors toward the tapered head, intensifying the spicy, earthy characteristics typical of Cuban Vuelta Abajo tobacco.

How much does a Cuaba Distinguidos Reserva del Milenio cost and is it collectible?

Individual cigars now command $300-500 USD at auction, with full boxes of 25 reaching $7,000-12,000 depending on provenance and condition. As one of the rarest Cuaba releases ever produced—estimated at fewer than 5,000 cigars total—this Reserva holds substantial collector value. The combination of the discontinued Distinguidos format, five-year-aged tobacco, and Millennium commemorative status makes authenticated examples highly sought after. Counterfeits circulate frequently; genuine boxes bear the Reserva del Milenio secondary band and 1999 production codes.

Cigar Information

Cuaba Distinguidos Reserva del Milenio

Ramón ValdésEditor-in-Chief

Behind every Cuaba Distinguidos Reserva del Milenio lies a profound legacy, making it one of the most distinctive commemorative releases in Cuban cigar history. Unveiled as part of the prestigious Millennium Reserve Series, this special edition cigar was created to mark the turn of the century in grand Cuban fashion.

A Millennium Celebration

Habanos S.A. chose the 1999 Havana Festival as the stage for introducing this remarkable cigar, timing its debut on January 1, 1999, to coincide with celebrations welcoming the new millennium. The Distinguidos represented a completely new vitola within the Cuaba brand portfolio, crafted specifically for this momentous occasion.

The release was produced in extremely limited quantities, with only 4,000 ceramic jars manufactured, each containing 25 of these exceptional cigars. This exclusivity has made the Reserva del Milenio a highly sought-after collector's item among cigar aficionados worldwide.

Specifications

Cigar Name	Distinguidos
Factory Name	Romeo
Ring Gauge	52
Length	162 mm (6⅜ inches)
Official Weight	13.22 grams
Construction	Handmade

Cuaba Reserva del Milenio — special edition packaging

Presentation and Packaging

Each Distinguidos Reserva del Milenio features the distinctive Special Millennium Reserve 2000 band, complete with subtle embossing that adds an extra touch of elegance to the presentation. The band design was created specifically for this millennium commemorative series, distinguishing these cigars from the standard Cuaba line.

The ceramic jar packaging reflects the premium nature of this release, offering both aesthetic appeal and practical protection for the cigars within. With only 4,000 jars produced, the packaging itself has become a collector's item.

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The Cuaba brand, known for its distinctive figurado shapes, found in the Distinguidos Reserva del Milenio a fitting tribute to close out the twentieth century—a handcrafted celebration of Cuban cigar artistry at its finest.

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