La Flor de Cano Elegidos
The La Flor de Cano Elegidos represents a noteworthy addition to the brand's regular production lineup, emerging as a 2020 release that reached the market in early 2021. This Cuban cigar carries the factory name "Lirios" and showcases the accessible yet characterful smoking experience that La Flor de Cano has built its reputation upon.
Specifications
| Cigar Name | Elegidos |
| Factory Name | Lirios |
| Ring Gauge | 50 |
| Length | 127 mm (5″) |
| Official Weight | 11.78 g |
| Construction | Handmade, short-filler tobacco |
| Band | Standard band A |
| Status | Current Regular Production |
| Release Year | 2020 (marketed early 2021) |
Packaging Options
The Elegidos is offered in two distinct presentation formats. The traditional option comes in a slide lid box containing 10 cigars. Additionally, a 2023 release introduced a display box format featuring 15 cigars packaged in aluminum tubes, arranged as five cardboard packs of three cigars each, providing excellent protection and aging potential.
Construction and Craftsmanship
As a handmade Cuban cigar, the Elegidos utilizes short-filler tobacco in its construction. This approach allows the brand to deliver an authentic Cuban smoking experience at a more accessible price point while maintaining the quality standards expected from Habanos S.A. The 50 ring gauge and 5-inch length place this vitola comfortably in the robusto category, offering a satisfying smoking duration.
Flavor Profile and Tasting Notes
Based on consumer reviews, the Elegidos presents a diverse flavor spectrum. The most prominent note identified by smokers is nuttiness, followed by supporting characteristics that include cocoa, coffee, floral elements, leather, pepper, and wood. This combination creates a balanced and approachable profile that appeals to both novice and experienced cigar enthusiasts.
Consumer Ratings
The cigar has garnered feedback from 13 reviewers, achieving an overall score of 3.23 out of 5. Individual category ratings demonstrate consistent mid-range performance across key attributes: elegance, balance, strength, complexity, and aftertaste each received a rating of 3 out of 5, indicating a well-rounded if not particularly bold smoking experience.
Brand Context
The Elegidos joins the broader La Flor de Cano portfolio, a brand with deep roots in Cuban cigar heritage. This release demonstrates the marque's continued commitment to expanding its regular production offerings while maintaining the distinctive character that has defined La Flor de Cano through the years.