Colorado

Moving away from the Claro, we come to the Colorado, though in truth, it is still an offshoot of the Colorado Claro. It is redder the Colorado Claro, and has an oilier sheen. The taste is mostly the same, though some claim it to be a little smoother and more flavorful. It is also known for its sex appeal, as it is quite an attractive wrapper.

The Colorado, and its hybridic brethren the Corojo and Habana2000, are all relatively rare, but they can be found with a modicum of effort (an effort worth putting forth). In particular, the Corojo is said to give you the feel of a Cuban cigar (in Cuba, they wrap their cigars in Cuban Corojo) without all the legality.

Maduro

A real treat, the Maduro is a majestic wrapper. Requiring a long process to prepare (it is left on the plant for longer than other wrappers), the Maduro is dark brown in color and is known for its rich taste. This cigar is described as intensely sweet. Make sure the wrapper is very oily, as that means it has been properly handled and humidified.

This wrapper is not as “pretty” as some of the others, such as the Claro. You will find veins and perhaps even bumps on this wrapper, but in my opinion, this just lends to the experience. It is a wonderful texture in your mouth. Examples of cigars sporting this flavorful, spicy wrapper are the Punch Gran Cru and the Ashton.

Double Maduro

Twice as manly as the Maduro, and even spicier in flavor, the Double Maduro (also known as Maduro Maduro or oscuro) is thick, veiny, and dark brown in color. It is more rare than the Maduro, so finding one may be difficult. The JR Ultimate is an example of a cigar that wears the Double Maduro freak flag.