Oscar Valladares Cigars
Oscar Valladares cigars originate from Honduras, created by industry professionals with direct ties to Honduran tobacco traditions. The brand emerged in 2012 through collaboration between founder Oscar Valladares and General Cigar veteran Bayron Duarte, leveraging expertise gained during Valladares' tenure at Rocky Patel's facilities.
Production Characteristics
- Hand-rolled construction ensures consistent combustion
- Primary use of Honduran-grown tobacco leaves
- Original product lines developed specifically for Central American markets before international expansion
Flavor Profile
- Medium to full-bodied intensity range
- Detectable notes include roasted coffee beans, unsweetened cocoa, and black pepper
- Secondary earthy tones of aged leather and wood
Leaf Cigar Series
The Leaf by Oscar line features a signature presentation method using actual tobacco leaves as outer wrapping instead of conventional cellophane. This Honduran puro utilizes 100% local tobacco, with the Maduro variant employing dark Connecticut River Valley broadleaf wrapper. The line demonstrates the brand's emphasis on traditional packaging techniques combined with modern blending approaches.
