This operation reminds me of my grandfather. He worked construction and had a passion for it. Always got to the site early, got home late, straight as an arrow, provided everything for his family, had incredible values and was loved by everyone in our neighborhood. Good old days when you worked and you were proud of your job and company. I see these people working for 40+ years for Padrón and it’s amazing. Think about everything they have gained in those 40+ years (knowledge, house, car, food, and etc). We should appreciate loyalty more than anything.
Right-on. I suppose that in my generation and place in the American professional workforce (I’m 45), loyalty only gets you burned. Why? Because true leaders are loyal to their teams and people…but true leaders are far and few between. Thank goodness we have a hobby that centers us and allows us to savor not only a great cigar…but savor all the things we strive-for. Cheers.
Ive smoked cigars, off and on for forty years. First , i found what wrapper suited my palate. Ive smoked most premium cigars, including Cubans. I perfer Padron hands down. They are consistently good, regardless of what gauge or price point. The Padron family are true artist of the cigar world.
@@ministryofcigars8222 Dam. That is mind blowing. Padron Cigars are my go to. Satisfying, perfect draw and beautiful ash. And like you know Satisfying.
What a great video, I've smoked cigars for 40 yrs, I was not a big Padron cigar guy, bit I'm gonna get one after this video. In all fairness, Padron are one of the best cigars in the world.
Pardon Cigars are the Gold standard of Cigars. No apologies. The attention to detail and quality control is impeccable. The unique soil and climate certainly helps. I Love the Padron story.
Well unless they’re there under coercion, then they obviously are being paid better than any other alternative. Economics 101. You are free to donate some of your extra money though. Meanwell I might take the savings I get from cheaper cigars and donate it to a place that is even more destitute.
I've been to (apparel) factories in Central America. They were clean, modernized, and organized. This looks to be on that level. I've seen and worked in worse factories here in California. If you haven't been to or worked in a factory before, I could see why you'd feel there's a sweatshop vibe - until you've actually been in a "sweatshop". Also, keep in mind it's humid down there, and they need the environment to remain humid for the sake of the tobacco. Otherwise, many factories down there are actually climate/ac controlled.
Late to the party but here’s what Steve Saka has to say: First, it would be inappropriate for me to post exact numbers as every factory has it's own scale and we are all very careful to never be put in a position where we could be construed as colluding as factory owners when it comes to salary and compensation for workers. In Nicaragua, a bunchero and rolera are paid per cigar that passes quality control. The rate at which they are paid varies depending on the cigars they are making. Typically they earn 2 to 3 times more than the average factory worker working at lets say a textile plant and over 4 to 5 times more than a farm hand. This is because they are skilled labor. Plus it is considered much better work as the environment is much better. In addition, some factories offer additional benefits. For example at DE we provide an onsite clinic for all our workers health needs, disability and life insurance and a family burial policy. We also provide some other benefits such as supplemental staple food stocks and some luxuries like cigars and coffee. The cigar industry is almost single handedly responsible for creating a true working middle class in the Esteli Nicaragua. As a result of this beyond subsistence level of income and compensation is what has created all of the small business in the area that now offer goods and services to this burgeoning economic class. Motorcycles, cars, tvs, cell phones, clothes for the purpose of appearance rather than just function, a real grocery store, restaurants, etc, etc. The combination of pay, benefits and working environment is why working in a cigar factory is a coveted job in Nicaragua. It actually provides the means for people to not only support their families but to save for the future and to dramatically increase their standard of living. Hope this helps, Steve Saka CEO, Drew Estate
After smoking many, many, many cigars for years, at the end of the day if there is a cigar I know I want to savor and enjoy myself to the fullest, it has to be a Padron. Even the thousand series are absolutely amazing cigars for the price.
thank you padron for making some of the best cigars. its true...when you tried padrons.... you never look back. thank you once again for making the most wonderful cigars. May god bless you and your families with good heath and happiness. salute!!
Thank you for creating this episode at the Padron cigar facilities. Padron is my go to cigar, and the quality is exceptional every time. I would love to visit the fields and factory one day. It is a bucket list trip for me. Blessings....D
after 8 years exploring most major cuban and non-cuban cigar brands, I am ending my search and sticking with the Padrons. they have no equal, and are in a league of their own. the holy grail of cigars indeed! smoking anything else feels like a waste of time. by the way, excellent documentary on a great cigar maker.
A beautiful smoke. Expensive, but I like to treat myself to a Paddy once in a while when I need to feel like I deserve it. A great informative film, thanks.
I have watched this video several times now, and I enjoy it each and every time. Padron Cigars are among the best out there, and I know that Jorge Padron will continue in his fathers legacy in the production and quality of the product.
Second time watching this. I learnt something new again. I had a chance to try the #2 a couple of times and it was amazing. I took a picture of you and Jorge parings and I will give it a go. Thanks for sharing.
I got into smoking cigars this January and I bought a few Padron 2000 cigars from my local cigar lounge and knew right away that they were something special. I ordered a box of the sun grown 3000s and the maduro 3000s and have not been in the least dissatisfied with them. Padron is easily my favorite cigar maker. Every cigar is constructed perfect and the flavors go great with my favorite whiskeys. Thank you for making this documentary and showing us the process of how they make their cigars! Hope all is well! God Bless!
Padron makes the best cigars! I don't understand how they do it, so much flavor! There are so many other cigar companies out there and very very few even come close. I do smoke other cigars but when I want a cigar that I know for sure will burn right and satisfy every time I smoke a Padron. My go to Padron right now is the 1926 No. 6 maduro. I also smoke a lot of the 1926 No. 90 maduros, they are so freaking good! I have never had a Padron cigar I didn't like, only some I prefer more than others. I wish I could of met Mr. Jose Orlando Padron. Rest in peace sir. You will definitely be remembered by me and every other Padron lover!
silverss onyoutube I really think people who swear on Cubans do so because they are "taboo" and kind of exotic or whatever. Personally I don't care where it comes from, who makes it or how much it costs as long as it's good.
Padrón's quality control is the best in the world. They've evolved to be a text book example of vertical integration. They control the entire life cycle of their cigars - from seed to shelf, including price. Other businesses can only dream of such a sweet position. And their cigars are extraordinary!
Padron cigars are the best cigars on the planet, better than Cubans, the 1964 are my go to cigars, back in the 1980s I was a cigar buyer for the liquor store where I worked, I had purchased a box of the 1964 Exclusivo for myself and although they were wonderful I didn't think they were as good as normal, I told the gentleman that I purchased from,at Diebels Cigars and within an hour I got a call from Padron Cigars and they sent me a box at no charge, I asked if they needed the other box and they told me to keep it, they were so good, wonderful people to work with, what's crazy is I never asked for anything, just wanted to tell them that the cigars were not up to their standards, Diebels and Padron are great people
In my estimation, Padron is THE best cigar, and cigar making family. I have a humidor full of good Cubans, but just ordered a box of the 80 year perfecto. My daily is the Padron Churchill Maduro, for the past 20 years or so. I love that man. Bless his soul.
Absolutely love this video! Walked away with even more appreciation for Padron and the hard working people of the Padron company! Por siempre amar a Nicaragua!
I can’t stop watching this video and Mr Padron was a great mad a great man which a great family will always keep him in my prayers and by the way best cigars in the world if you ask me
Pardons have been my favorite smoke since I started smoking cigars over 20 years ago. This video was great and I really enjoyed the history and process of where my cigars come from.
Padron cigars are excellent cigars I enjoy them with my favorite whiskey ( Bushmills 16 or 21 yo }, I believe todays Cuban cigars from Cuba ain't got nothing on this.
When the Padron factory was in Miami a box of Maduro, "Toro" size cigars was 26.00.A bundle of Maduro Fuma's was 18.00.Boxes had 24 sticks,bundles held 25.Anyone out there have a time machine?
careystuart being from Arabia I remember my uncle talking about how cheap Padrons were in the States. Man a stick of 1926 costs 120$ in here, can you imagine the torture ?
21:44 - I don't understand how can the smoking be the favorite part of the tour when you can smoke everywhere and anytime, but seeing the manufacturing process is a unique experience.
Amazing cigars, I have had a few of them From foxs cigar bar London, I tend to have one cigar a week and I like it to be high quality and as it's once a week I don't mind paying for it, mind over xmas and new year I tend to smoke one a day, I know this is light cigar smoking but I enjoy them more when I look forward to it.
I just finished my first Padron cigar. I smoked the Padron 7000 maduro and it's a great cigar. It tastes great, sweet and doesn't get harsh at all. I'm glad I purchased a box of 26.
Beautiful video .. It's amazing how it all started with an idea to make something better and now we have the pleasure to relive that idea over and over with each padron cigar. Bless the padron family and it's work of art.
awesome¡¡¡¡ cigars. maravilloso reportaje....... deb existir un tour para conocer elproceso y probar ahi mismo un padron, felicidades vic. igual jorge padron por perfecionar un preoceso sin igual,..
Best I've ever had! The 1926 and the 1964 are awesome. No Cuban could ever measure up. The 7000 in Maduro is my go to. Never a bad stick. Nothing negative to say.
Haven’t had a Padron yet, going to have to get one. Everyone says it’s the most consistent smoke. What should I start with? I love the Oliva G, O, and V right now.
Padrons are the easiest pulling and most consistent cigars out of the high dollar brands I smoke. I wouldn’t say that cost equals quality, but it should GUARANTEE quality, and I must say that while I think a Rocky Patel Decade tastes as good as a Padron 1926, I’ve NEVER had a Padron that didn’t burn evenly and have a consistent flavor profile to the ones I’ve smoked in the past. I usually smoke the Rocky Patel brand for cost purposes, but I have gotten a few bad ones in the past. I’ve smoked a real Cohiba Behike 56 and while it was great, I wouldn’t spend hundreds of dollars on a cigar (it was a gift from a Cuban friend). The Padrons are a very good cigar with a price to match. If you have the money, they don’t disappoint. Cigars are a very personal thing though, and some people are happier with a $5 fumas than a $200-400 Behike.
I think Padron's blends are excellent and consistent and I have met Jose Padron. He asks for criticism to help improve his cigars. I have only one suggestion that I would give that would dramatically improve Padron cigars. The regular line needs to be rolled tighter. I believe this line is going for a Cuban Montecristo flavor and they succeed at that. The one difference being that the intentional bite of a Cuban Montecristo comes from the tobacco itself while the Padron gets that intentional bite from a looser roll. I am certain that tightening these cigars may subdue that bite, however the cigar would be greatly improved as a result and it would be worth that sacrifice. Great video.
bill doe yeah, you don't have to pull as hard on it and still get huge clouds of smoke. I don't get any bite from them either. 1 puff per minute/minute and half and it always stays cool and smooth for me.
I like the loose roll too. It's what keeps me coming back. I would like to see them put a double or even triple cap on their cigars though. Other than that, perfect.
Funny thing, I'll always remember the first time I learned how to truly taste a cigar (it was an Oliva G figurado), and I'll also always remember the first time I tasted a Padron (it was the 1926 no. 35). I literally did a double-take at it and was like, "Holy shit! Now THAT is a tasty cigar!"
I know exactly what you mean about the first time you had a Padron! I had my first Padron last night (1926 Series No. 90) It was a astonishing. I always thought they were a bit hyped but after having one.....Wow. Now I have to try to resist going broke buying them lol.
@@MrGTI05 Haha, I'm faced with the exact same dilemma! That, and I seem to be chasing the dragon, so to speak, as most of the subsequent ones I've had haven't been quiiiiite as good as that first one, haha!
Ahga thank you for the video. Your questions were right on. Like a good cigar you have to wait for it to develop and I feel that is what your video does.
Great review ! Very informative and interresting ! I am going to smoke soon my first Padron cigar, a Padron Traditional Series 4000 Maduro. I wanted to try first a non expensive cigar of them, just to see if I want to go further. I think I will like it and can't wait to try there 1926 cigar...
A real great American story!! We are all immigrants, but nowadays ppl expect a hand out instead of working for it or going about it in the wrong way..... Then have nerve to fkn complain!!! Go back to the 3rd world living and complain to them that u had the chance and the world by the balls but we're lazy! I love a story like this! Amazes me also when u hear ppl coming up from nothing or traveling to a country with $10 and have it all now! God Bless all the hard workers that keep America & their families happy & healthy!
He was absolutely right. No fan of Padron will give up Padron for Cuban cigars.
I would venture to say that not many Padron smokers have actually had an authentic Cuban cigar
Rest in peace Mr. Jose Orlando Padron. Thank you for your beautiful life and all the positive impacts you've made.
he cant hear you, he's dead silly.
Just now watching this, seems like a great man and he made one hell of a cigar!!
@@bobbobbington6650 he cant hear him because it's also in written form you douchebag.
The Cuban embargo was the best thing that ever happened to cigars.
@@graycloud057 Yup
Probably my most favorite cigar documentary ever. George is a stand up guy!
It’s really commercial , the host owns a video production company and the video partly was sponsored by the whiskeys they drink at the end.
Who is here in 2024
Still my favorite cigar brand 21 years after my first Padron. Cheers.
We here!
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This operation reminds me of my grandfather. He worked construction and had a passion for it. Always got to the site early, got home late, straight as an arrow, provided everything for his family, had incredible values and was loved by everyone in our neighborhood. Good old days when you worked and you were proud of your job and company. I see these people working for 40+ years for Padrón and it’s amazing. Think about everything they have gained in those 40+ years (knowledge, house, car, food, and etc). We should appreciate loyalty more than anything.
Right-on. I suppose that in my generation and place in the American professional workforce (I’m 45), loyalty only gets you burned. Why? Because true leaders are loyal to their teams and people…but true leaders are far and few between.
Thank goodness we have a hobby that centers us and allows us to savor not only a great cigar…but savor all the things we strive-for. Cheers.
It’s awesome to see how passionate and humble this guy is when he produces the best cigars on the market.
Thanks to Nicaraguan soil this gentleman has been able to fulfill his dream.
Kvm Moreno that must be what it was. Not shear determination.
Sneakerfreaker88 both. But ultimately, if ur soil is deficient in nutrients, all the determination may not be enough.
people produce the best tobacco. Not regions. Soil can always be resurrected when significant nutrients have been lost.
The best cigars to me!! I've tried a lot of them, but when I landed on Padrons, I haven't tried another brand since! it's been 10 years!!
Five years on with many new players on the scene, padron still makes some of the best cigars.
Ive smoked cigars, off and on for forty years. First , i found what wrapper suited my palate. Ive smoked most premium cigars, including Cubans. I perfer Padron hands down. They are consistently good, regardless of what gauge or price point. The Padron family are true artist of the cigar world.
I had the honor to meet Jorge Padron in a Padron Event in Houston, Texas. Great man!
I have a box signed by both Jorge and Jose Orlando, signed to me.
@@ministryofcigars8222 Dam. That is mind blowing. Padron Cigars are my go to. Satisfying, perfect draw and beautiful ash. And like you know Satisfying.
@@briangleason5597 How do you afford it to be a go to?
@@ministryofcigars8222 ngl after some decades that box would be worth a lot
A lot of blood and sweat went into this brand. Must not take it for granted. The history runs deep.
This film is a gem! The perfect cigar documentary. So well-made, just like Padron cigars. Thanks so much for sharing it!
Watch the Davidoff documentary on growing...It's one of the best videos and really shows from seed to cigar
What a great video, I've smoked cigars for 40 yrs, I was not a big Padron cigar guy, bit I'm gonna get one after this video.
In all fairness, Padron are one of the best cigars in the world.
Pardon Cigars are the Gold standard of Cigars. No apologies. The attention to detail and quality control is impeccable. The unique soil and climate certainly helps. I Love the Padron story.
The most consistent cigar brand I've smoked, wonderful. I smoke plenty of Cubans and will put them head to head any day of the week.
Jose Padron will always be a legend. Maker of the finest cigars I’ve ever smoked. Rest In Peace
that was a wonderful video, and now i want to get a padron!
Hope all of these employees are being compensated appropriately for their hard work and dedication.......
I was thinking the same thing. Kinda got the sweatshop vibe.
Well unless they’re there under coercion, then they obviously are being paid better than any other alternative. Economics 101. You are free to donate some of your extra money though. Meanwell I might take the savings I get from cheaper cigars and donate it to a place that is even more destitute.
I've been to (apparel) factories in Central America. They were clean, modernized, and organized. This looks to be on that level. I've seen and worked in worse factories here in California. If you haven't been to or worked in a factory before, I could see why you'd feel there's a sweatshop vibe - until you've actually been in a "sweatshop". Also, keep in mind it's humid down there, and they need the environment to remain humid for the sake of the tobacco. Otherwise, many factories down there are actually climate/ac controlled.
Late to the party but here’s what Steve Saka has to say:
First, it would be inappropriate for me to post exact numbers as every factory has it's own scale and we are all very careful to never be put in a position where we could be construed as colluding as factory owners when it comes to salary and compensation for workers.
In Nicaragua, a bunchero and rolera are paid per cigar that passes quality control. The rate at which they are paid varies depending on the cigars they are making. Typically they earn 2 to 3 times more than the average factory worker working at lets say a textile plant and over 4 to 5 times more than a farm hand. This is because they are skilled labor. Plus it is considered much better work as the environment is much better.
In addition, some factories offer additional benefits. For example at DE we provide an onsite clinic for all our workers health needs, disability and life insurance and a family burial policy. We also provide some other benefits such as supplemental staple food stocks and some luxuries like cigars and coffee.
The cigar industry is almost single handedly responsible for creating a true working middle class in the Esteli Nicaragua. As a result of this beyond subsistence level of income and compensation is what has created all of the small business in the area that now offer goods and services to this burgeoning economic class. Motorcycles, cars, tvs, cell phones, clothes for the purpose of appearance rather than just function, a real grocery store, restaurants, etc, etc.
The combination of pay, benefits and working environment is why working in a cigar factory is a coveted job in Nicaragua. It actually provides the means for people to not only support their families but to save for the future and to dramatically increase their standard of living.
Hope this helps,
Steve Saka
CEO, Drew Estate
Who gives a shit just make my cigars
After smoking many, many, many cigars for years, at the end of the day if there is a cigar I know I want to savor and enjoy myself to the fullest, it has to be a Padron. Even the thousand series are absolutely amazing cigars for the price.
I love Padron for 20 years now. Always enjoy watching his fields of tobacco. Thanks...
thank you padron for making some of the best cigars. its true...when you tried padrons.... you never look back. thank you once again for making the most wonderful cigars. May god bless you and your families with good heath and happiness. salute!!
Mr Padron is right. I gave a friend a Padron 2000 and after that he made the switch from Cubans. I've been enjoying Padron for nearly 20 years now.
Thank you for creating this episode at the Padron cigar facilities. Padron is my go to cigar, and the quality is exceptional every time. I would love to visit the fields and factory one day. It is a bucket list trip for me. Blessings....D
after 8 years exploring most major cuban and non-cuban cigar brands, I am ending my search and sticking with the Padrons. they have no equal, and are in a league of their own. the holy grail of cigars indeed! smoking anything else feels like a waste of time. by the way, excellent documentary on a great cigar maker.
Chris A absolutely I like cubans of course but, padron is just as good if not better than any cuban I have smoked.. amazing cigars indeed!
Yep totally. Others are good, but nothing, nothing beats Padron!
Problem is they are not wallet friendly I can only smoke them on occasion
@@GrosvnerMcaffrey True. It’s meant for the rich.
Amen brother
I just tried a Padron for the first time, the Padron 2000, what a great cigar, can't wait to try all of the others!
Great video! No annoying background music, it’s not loud as hell. This video is 2nd place after the Rocky Patel tour video.
A beautiful smoke. Expensive, but I like to treat myself to a Paddy once in a while when I need to feel like I deserve it. A great informative film, thanks.
I have watched this video several times now, and I enjoy it each and every time. Padron Cigars are among the best out there, and I know that Jorge Padron will continue in his fathers legacy in the production and quality of the product.
The Padron sugars are on of my list.
Good tobacco is one of the most difficult plants to grow.
Second time watching this. I learnt something new again. I had a chance to try the #2 a couple of times and it was amazing. I took a picture of you and Jorge parings and I will give it a go. Thanks for sharing.
love the interviewer. Is engaging, interested in the art, and asks thoughtful and interesting questions.
Just an amazing video. I love Padron cigars and if it is possible I love them even more after seeing this. Thank you so very much for sharing
I got into smoking cigars this January and I bought a few Padron 2000 cigars from my local cigar lounge and knew right away that they were something special. I ordered a box of the sun grown 3000s and the maduro 3000s and have not been in the least dissatisfied with them. Padron is easily my favorite cigar maker. Every cigar is constructed perfect and the flavors go great with my favorite whiskeys. Thank you for making this documentary and showing us the process of how they make their cigars! Hope all is well! God Bless!
Try oliva! Padron is amazing Oliva is my personal favorite
Padron makes the best cigars! I don't understand how they do it, so much flavor! There are so many other cigar companies out there and very very few even come close. I do smoke other cigars but when I want a cigar that I know for sure will burn right and satisfy every time I smoke a Padron. My go to Padron right now is the 1926 No. 6 maduro. I also smoke a lot of the 1926 No. 90 maduros, they are so freaking good! I have never had a Padron cigar I didn't like, only some I prefer more than others. I wish I could of met Mr. Jose Orlando Padron. Rest in peace sir. You will definitely be remembered by me and every other Padron lover!
Best of the best hands down!!! And a great and friendly family to go along with the cigars.
ive smoked plenty of cuban cigars from some of the worst to most of the best . and to tell you the truth padron cigars shits all over cuban cigars .
The majority of the hype is due to the embargo, in my opinion. Regardless, I'll keep buying, smoking, and enjoying my fine non-Cuban cigars ;)
Padron is the way to go.
Constistent
always a good smoke
Never been dissapointed by padron cigars
silverss onyoutube hell yah! 100% agree with you!
silverss onyoutube I really think people who swear on Cubans do so because they are "taboo" and kind of exotic or whatever. Personally I don't care where it comes from, who makes it or how much it costs as long as it's good.
@J J Cool. I bought a box of Limitadas this spring in Havana. They are aging in my humidor.
Padrón's quality control is the best in the world. They've evolved to be a text book example of vertical integration. They control the entire life cycle of their cigars - from seed to shelf, including price. Other businesses can only dream of such a sweet position. And their cigars are extraordinary!
Vic that was exceptional. You are as good as a Padron !
I've been at the Padron factory in Esteli, Nicaragua a few years back. Great to see those legendary cigars being made.
Padron cigars are the best cigars on the planet, better than Cubans, the 1964 are my go to cigars, back in the 1980s I was a cigar buyer for the liquor store where I worked, I had purchased a box of the 1964 Exclusivo for myself and although they were wonderful I didn't think they were as good as normal, I told the gentleman that I purchased from,at Diebels Cigars and within an hour I got a call from Padron Cigars and they sent me a box at no charge, I asked if they needed the other box and they told me to keep it, they were so good, wonderful people to work with, what's crazy is I never asked for anything, just wanted to tell them that the cigars were not up to their standards, Diebels and Padron are great people
In my estimation, Padron is THE best cigar, and cigar making family. I have a humidor full of good Cubans, but just ordered a box of the 80 year perfecto. My daily is the Padron Churchill Maduro, for the past 20 years or so. I love that man. Bless his soul.
They are 100% not the best cigar. A great brand indeed, but there are much better blends out there.
In your opinion. PADRON is a lot of people’s favorite.
@@WhitePony556it’s three years old and he even prefaced it with “in my estimation” which means he’s about to share an opinion
@@suspicioustumbleweed4760 I was replying to a different comment. The first guy that replied to him. Also by your logic, my comment is 2 weeks old so…
@@WhitePony556 in your opinion.
Beautiful human being and the best cigars in the world. Much love and respect.
Absolutely love this video! Walked away with even more appreciation for Padron and the hard working people of the Padron company!
Por siempre amar a Nicaragua!
thank you, Mr.Padron
thank mr padron
Padrons are arguably the best cigars made. PERIOD!
I can’t stop watching this video and Mr Padron was a great mad a great man which a great family will always keep him in my prayers and by the way best cigars in the world if you ask me
Pardons have been my favorite smoke since I started smoking cigars over 20 years ago. This video was great and I really enjoyed the history and process of where my cigars come from.
Padron cigars are excellent cigars I enjoy them with my favorite whiskey ( Bushmills 16 or 21 yo }, I believe todays Cuban cigars from Cuba ain't got nothing on this.
all of those top shelf cigars just sitting in the ashtray!!!! Blasphemy!!! Great video!
So many hands and so much work for each stick we see on the shelves at our local shops, crazy
Bello recordar el trabajo de tabaco, yo trabajé en finca y fermentación
I appreciate your work, your cigars are a rare treat for me.
Finally a good cigar movie, well made.
Thank you.
When the Padron factory was in Miami a box of Maduro, "Toro" size cigars was 26.00.A bundle of Maduro Fuma's was 18.00.Boxes had 24 sticks,bundles held 25.Anyone out there have a time machine?
careystuart being from Arabia I remember my uncle talking about how cheap Padrons were in the States.
Man a stick of 1926 costs 120$ in here, can you imagine the torture ?
In the 60’s $26 and $18 was big money that was about 1/3 to 1/4 of a blue collar workers paycheck for the week back then
21:44 - I don't understand how can the smoking be the favorite part of the tour when you can smoke everywhere and anytime, but seeing the manufacturing process is a unique experience.
Because some people love smoking more than anything. I know I do!
Just had my first cigar and I picked out a Padron Hermoso Natural someone who smokes suggested! Very lovely cigar!
I smoke a lot of different brands of cigars but when I'm celebrating something special, I reach for Padron.
Amazing cigars, I have had a few of them From foxs cigar bar London, I tend to have one cigar a week and I like it to be high quality and as it's once a week I don't mind paying for it, mind over xmas and new year I tend to smoke one a day, I know this is light cigar smoking but I enjoy them more when I look forward to it.
My fave brand of cigars in the world - thank you famly Padron
I just finished my first Padron cigar. I smoked the Padron 7000 maduro and it's a great cigar. It tastes great, sweet and doesn't get harsh at all. I'm glad I purchased a box of 26.
How much did you pay for them??
Marge Arriola I paid 185.00USD for them I got them from cigarsofhabanos (they sell real cuban cigars but they also non cuban cigars).
PadMAD3k
OK VERY expensive but I guess they'd worth every dollar.
Beautiful video .. It's amazing how it all started with an idea to make something better and now we have the pleasure to relive that idea over and over with each padron cigar. Bless the padron family and it's work of art.
Tried a padron importado churchill first time tonight. Good stick . I will explore the higher end padron cigars very soon …Thanks for this vid. .
Spectacular video. Well done, very well done.
The 80th year cigar is the best I’ve ever had and nothing else comes close.
Padron Series in natural are the greatest so smooth and great bang for the price
awesome¡¡¡¡ cigars.
maravilloso reportaje.......
deb existir un tour para conocer elproceso y probar ahi mismo un padron,
felicidades vic.
igual jorge padron por perfecionar un preoceso sin igual,..
nicaragua and padron in particular are producing the best cigars on the planet at this point in history...there...I said it
Agreed!
Padron is the best hands down! I for one believe Cuban cigars have a huge allure because they can't be easily obtained.
What a great video. A tribute to the company that truly changed the game and deserves the GOAT title.
Best I've ever had! The 1926 and the 1964 are awesome. No Cuban could ever measure up. The 7000 in Maduro is my go to. Never a bad stick. Nothing negative to say.
As long as a man is honest and pays his workers properly I’ll support his company, cigars aside no matter how good
wow...amazing and educational video.
The man said their is happiness and loyalty... I definitely see loyalty and everyone hard at it! But I didn't see a single person smile while working.
Do you want them to smile all day long?
@@R-Lee- Just staying a fact, guess you wasn't observant enough to notice it.
Padrons are my favorite cigars!
Beautiful! Someday I'll be able to get my hands on them!
Haven’t had a Padron yet, going to have to get one. Everyone says it’s the most consistent smoke. What should I start with? I love the Oliva G, O, and V right now.
Padrons are the easiest pulling and most consistent cigars out of the high dollar brands I smoke. I wouldn’t say that cost equals quality, but it should GUARANTEE quality, and I must say that while I think a Rocky Patel Decade tastes as good as a Padron 1926, I’ve NEVER had a Padron that didn’t burn evenly and have a consistent flavor profile to the ones I’ve smoked in the past. I usually smoke the Rocky Patel brand for cost purposes, but I have gotten a few bad ones in the past. I’ve smoked a real Cohiba Behike 56 and while it was great, I wouldn’t spend hundreds of dollars on a cigar (it was a gift from a Cuban friend). The Padrons are a very good cigar with a price to match. If you have the money, they don’t disappoint. Cigars are a very personal thing though, and some people are happier with a $5 fumas than a $200-400 Behike.
As I watch this, I am enjoying a Padron 64. Magic
I think Padron's blends are excellent and consistent and I have met Jose Padron. He asks for criticism to help improve his cigars. I have only one suggestion that I would give that would dramatically improve Padron cigars. The regular line needs to be rolled tighter. I believe this line is going for a Cuban Montecristo flavor and they succeed at that. The one difference being that the intentional bite of a Cuban Montecristo comes from the tobacco itself while the Padron gets that intentional bite from a looser roll. I am certain that tightening these cigars may subdue that bite, however the cigar would be greatly improved as a result and it would be worth that sacrifice.
Great video.
nooooooo! I love the looser roll.
bill doe yeah, you don't have to pull as hard on it and still get huge clouds of smoke. I don't get any bite from them either. 1 puff per minute/minute and half and it always stays cool and smooth for me.
I like the loose roll too. It's what keeps me coming back. I would like to see them put a double or even triple cap on their cigars though. Other than that, perfect.
They are absolutely perfect
@@phil7394 a!
Awesome documentary
what type is them ones bundled with the big red ribbon ?
wow! what a great video, a combination of great footage and an excellent interview with the man and legend himself!! Also great interview with Jorge!
I have thoroughly enjoyed watching this
Smoking a 1964 maduro as I watch! Amazing!!
Padron never fails me. I love it with a corona familiar.
I watched this a second time and still loved it. Thanks.
Funny thing, I'll always remember the first time I learned how to truly taste a cigar (it was an Oliva G figurado), and I'll also always remember the first time I tasted a Padron (it was the 1926 no. 35). I literally did a double-take at it and was like, "Holy shit! Now THAT is a tasty cigar!"
I know exactly what you mean about the first time you had a Padron! I had my first Padron last night (1926 Series No. 90) It was a astonishing. I always thought they were a bit hyped but after having one.....Wow. Now I have to try to resist going broke buying them lol.
@@MrGTI05 Haha, I'm faced with the exact same dilemma! That, and I seem to be chasing the dragon, so to speak, as most of the subsequent ones I've had haven't been quiiiiite as good as that first one, haha!
Just ordered my first padron cigars excited
Great vid! Cool to see the inside story of Padron. I'll be diving deeper into trying their cigars now...
The hammer....don't forget where you came from. 👍 Padron is one of the finest tasting cigars (non-cuban) available. My opinion.
Speaking as someone who is attempting a tobacco garden, the amount of labor involved in a place like this is mind blowing.
Ahga thank you for the video. Your questions were right on. Like a good cigar you have to wait for it to develop and I feel that is what your video does.
Great review ! Very informative and interresting ! I am going to smoke soon my first Padron cigar, a Padron Traditional Series 4000 Maduro. I wanted to try first a non expensive cigar of them, just to see if I want to go further. I think I will like it and can't wait to try there 1926 cigar...
A real great American story!! We are all immigrants, but nowadays ppl expect a hand out instead of working for it or going about it in the wrong way..... Then have nerve to fkn complain!!! Go back to the 3rd world living and complain to them that u had the chance and the world by the balls but we're lazy! I love a story like this! Amazes me also when u hear ppl coming up from nothing or traveling to a country with $10 and have it all now! God Bless all the hard workers that keep America & their families happy & healthy!
I would absolutely love to sit and have a smoke and glass of scotch with these guys...so much history and tradition. Just awesome.
Awesome documentary, learned a lot
Padron are great cigars. I found them very strong so if you smoke them you will love them
I truly love your sticks.. I’m smoking one right now
I don't smoke and have zero desire to but cigar making is oddly fascinating to me.
Is it OK to let the fresh cigar ash drop on the fermented leaves?