Oliva Serie G Maduro Belicoso is a medium-bodied, box-pressed Nicaraguan cigar that pairs the Serie G blend’s rich Nicaraguan tobacco core with a dark Mexican San Andrés Maduro wrapper. Its 5 x 52 Belicoso shape offers a tapered head for a more focused draw and concentrated flavour, while its compact size makes for a satisfying 45- to 60-minute smoke.
The current Oliva description lists a Mexican wrapper and binder over Nicaraguan fillers, including sun-grown tobacco. The result is a savory and balanced Maduro profile rather than an overwhelmingly heavy one. Expect rich cedar, earth, roasted coffee, cocoa, dark chocolate, natural sweetness and a measured peppery spice.
The dark San Andrés wrapper adds earthy, spicy depth, while the Nicaraguan filler blend supplies warmth and body. The Belicoso shape concentrates the smoke at the tapered cap, helping emphasize the cigar’s cedar, espresso and spice notes. This makes it a natural choice for smokers who want a flavorful Maduro cigar with a more refined medium-bodied strength level.
Box of 24 cigars
jmarjoyce (verified owner) –
I was actually quite shocked, surprised and pleased with how excellent this cigar was. I only smoke Maduros. My go to Maduro from the humidor is the Macanudo Inspirado Black for it’s bold flavor. In comparison there are similarities, but this is a much more mild smoke. Something I can easily reach for from the humidor without thinking too much about it. That box pressed presentation is great, burn was perfect, taste right out the gate on the 1st third was good, 2nd third was even better with that dried raisin and the final 3rd was mostly nutty with a hint of dried fruit (fig) and burnt coffee taste. If you’re new to Maduros, I would say this is a great entry point. A solid smoke. Will definitely stock up.
charlesgoyette (verified owner) –
really great cigar mild to medium. I got roasted cocoa sweet spice and a nutty medium body final. Construction was perfect draw was perfect. Oliva quality as always. I smoke it to the final 1/2 inch.
Glenn Ford (verified owner) –
I really enjoyed this one I found it slow even burn and very good