It is said that Havana tempts you to take everything a little more slowly. That very feeling awaits you with Cuervo y Sobrinos. This is not about measuring time or moments, but about conscious experience. Watches and cigars stand for enjoyment, style, and composure.
The History of Cuervo y Sobrinos Premium Cigars
The origins of Cuervo y Sobrinos lie in the vibrant Havana of the 19th century. In 1862, Ramón Fernández Cuervo founded a jewelry shop that quickly developed into a sought-after address. When his nephews joined the business in 1882, the foundation was laid for a brand that soon became a meeting place for a style-conscious elite. Personalities such as Ernest Hemingway and Winston Churchill were among its guests and helped shape the legend of the house.
Cuervo y Sobrinos symbolically represents a time when Havana radiated international flair with jazz, casinos, and excellent cigars. An elegant watch on the wrist was just as much a part of this era as a carefully rolled Habano.
With the Cuban Revolution, Havana lost some of its former splendor, and Cuervo y Sobrinos also disappeared from the scene for a time. It was not until the 1990s that the brand was revived. Today, the luxury watches are made in Switzerland. Even so, they still carry the Caribbean temperament and the relaxed attitude of Havana.
Watch Culture, Cigars, and Caribbean Way of Life
Cuervo y Sobrinos brings together worlds that at first glance seem far apart. Cuba meets Switzerland, precise watchmaking meets the relaxed world of tobacco. Many models reference terms from tobacco culture, with names such as Esplendidos.
This connection is also reflected visually. The watches take inspiration from the style of Havana’s Belle Époque. Some packaging is designed so that it can also be used as a fully functional humidor, including hygrometer and humidification. Functional, well thought-out, and executed with a wink.
The Cuervo y Sobrinos Historiador line is dedicated to Havana’s city historian, Dr. Eusebio Leal. His commitment to preserving the old town is reflected in both the name and the ambition of this series. At the same time, Historiador marks the brand’s entry into its own cigar world.
The series includes the formats Mareva, Robusto, Perfecto Press, and Toro. They are produced entirely by hand in Nicaragua.
The wrapper comes from Ecuador, while binder and filler also originate from Nicaragua. This results in a creamy, medium-bodied blend that appeals to both beginners and experienced aficionados. Cuervo y Sobrinos Nicaragua thus stands for clear aromas, an even draw, and a harmonious overall profile.
Origin, Line, and Flavor Profile at a Glance
The key facts about Cuervo y Sobrinos cigars, summarized succinctly:
- Blend and origin: Ecuador wrapper, Nicaragua binder, Nicaragua filler, hand-rolled longfiller from Estelí
- Line and formats: Cuervo y Sobrinos Historiador as Mareva, Robusto, Perfecto Press, and Toro
- Strength: medium-bodied, balanced, and very approachable
- Brand world: Latin American roots, Swiss precision, and a close connection between watchmaking and cigar enjoyment