Introduced in 2011, the Partagás Serie E No.2 quickly became one of the most celebrated additions to the prestigious portfolio as a regular production cigar. Known internally at the factory by the name "Duke," this vitola has quickly earned a devoted following among enthusiasts who appreciate its generous dimensions and complex flavor architecture.
Vitola Specifications
| Cigar Name | Serie E No.2 |
| Factory Name | Duke |
| Ring Gauge | 54 |
| Length | 140 mm (5½″) |
| Official Weight | 14.21 g |
| Construction | Handmade |
| Status | Current Regular Production |
| Release Year | 2011 |
Packaging Options
Since its debut, the Serie E No.2 has been offered in several presentation formats to suit different preferences:
- Semi boîte nature box containing 25 cigars (available since 2011)
- Semi boîte nature box containing 5 cigars (available since 2011)
- Display box holding 15 aluminum tubed cigars, organized in 5 cardboard packs of 3 cigars each (introduced in 2016)
Each cigar is adorned with the distinctive Serie E No.2 band, identifying it as part of this special line within the Partagás family.
Flavor Profile and Tasting Notes
The Serie E No.2 has garnered consistent praise from the cigar community, achieving an impressive overall rating of 4.1 out of 5 based on 30 reviews. The cigar demonstrates particular strength in its balance and complexity, both scoring 4 out of 5, while the aftertaste also receives high marks at 4 out of 5. Elegance and strength each rate at 3 out of 5, suggesting a medium-bodied experience that remains approachable yet engaging.
Tasters have identified a rich tapestry of flavors throughout the smoking experience:
- Primary Notes: Spice, coffee, and leather emerge as the dominant characteristics, with sourdough providing a distinctive bread-like quality
- Secondary Notes: Paprika, citrus, earth, pepper, and wood contribute depth and dimension
- Subtle Undertones: Forest floor, mushroom, butter, cedar, cinnamon, grass, hay, lemon, molasses, rock salt, salt, soy sauce, toast, and the classic Cuban "twang" appear intermittently, along with umami qualities
Related Releases
The success of the Serie E No.2 has led to two notable special editions:
- Partagás Serie E No.2 Travel Humidor
- Partagás Serie E No.2 Gran Reserva Cosecha 2015
As a current regular production cigar, the Partagás Serie E No.2 continues to be readily available, offering aficionados a substantial smoke with the rich, full-flavored character that has defined the Partagás brand for generations.