FONSECA DELICIAS (25)
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- Taste:: something salty and with a very slight sweetness that persists.
- Strength: soft.
- Shot:: very good.
- Layer:: Carmelite color slightly darker than natural.
- Combustion:: correct.
- Ash:: dark gray.
- Aroma: soft tobacco with wood.
Storage Instructions
For long term enjoyment preserve your FONSECA DELICIAS (25) in a well maintained humidor. Aim for a relative humidity between 65% and 70% and a temperature around 68-70ºF (20-21ºC). A Spanish cedar lined humidor helps maintain steady humidity and supports gentle aging. Keep the box inside the humidor if you prefer extra protection from moisture swings. Avoid direct sunlight, strong odors and large temperature changes. Use a calibrated hygrometer and check the humidification element regularly so the environment remains stable for these delicate, small format cigars.
Care Tips
Handle the FONSECA DELICIAS (25) with clean, dry hands and avoid excessive rolling between your fingers to protect the fragile wrapper. If these are a small format use a straight cutter or a punch to preserve wrapper integrity and keep the draw even. Allow newly purchased cigars and any cigars that have been transported to settle in your humidor for 24 to 72 hours before smoking. These mild and delicate cigars can benefit from brief aging to round and harmonize the flavors. For short to medium term aging keep them at the recommended 65-70% RH and 68-70ºF (20-21ºC) and inspect them periodically. Never refrigerate or freeze your cigars and keep them away from perfumes, food aromas and damp areas that could cause mold. With careful storage and gentle handling your FONSECA DELICIAS (25) will reward you with a consistent and refined smoking experience.
Reviews and Ratings
There are no widely published reviews from major magazines that focus solely on the Fonseca Delicias 25 count release. That said, Fonseca as a brand is often covered by publications such as Cigar Aficionado and Halfwheel, and general commentary on similar Fonseca formats tends to be positive. Enthusiasts and shop reviews commonly note a mild to medium profile with smooth, creamy textures and floral or cedar notes. Shorter Fonseca sizes are praised for consistency and an approachable character, making them a reliable choice for social or brief smoking sessions.
History and Heritage
Fonseca traces its roots to Havana and the legacy of Don Francisco Fonseca, a name long associated with classic Cuban blending and a softer aromatic style. The brand earned a reputation for smooth, balanced cigars that highlight wrapper aroma and a gentle spice. The Delicias name suggests a smaller format crafted for a shorter, satisfying experience while preserving the brand’s emphasis on refined flavor and traditional hand rolling. Whether enjoyed as a quick treat or as part of a tasting flight, this offering reflects Fonseca’s heritage of approachable craftsmanship.
Tasting Notes
The FONSECA DELICIAS (25) is a gracefully mild-to-medium cigar that unfurls with delicate floral top notes and a silky creaminess on the palate. Early draws reveal warm cedar and sweet hay, followed by toasted almond and subtle cocoa that build toward a gentle, white-pepper finish. The smoke is fragrant and airy, offering aromatic hints of honey and dried fruit that linger on the retrohale. Overall the balance is refined and approachable, perfect for those who favor an elegant, nuanced profile over raw power.
Pairing Suggestions
Añejo rum, choose a lightly aged Caribbean rum to mirror the cigar’s honeyed sweetness and cedar undertones, enhancing fruit and spice nuances. Single-origin espresso, a bright, medium-roast espresso provides coffee bitterness and caramel notes that contrast and sharpen the cigar’s creamy cocoa and almond profile. Dark chocolate (55–70% cacao) or aged Manchego, a slightly bitter chocolate or a nutty, salty cheese complements the cigar’s toasted nut and dried fruit elements while elevating its subtle sweetness.
Processing & Delivery
Orders are processed within 1–3 business days. Delivery is guaranteed until the shipment reaches destination customs. Lost parcels confirmed by the courier may be reshipped once or refunded. Parcels seized by customs are non-refundable.
Damaged Items & Returns
Any issue must be reported within 7 days of delivery. Returned items must be unused and in original packaging. Return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility.
Cigars are handmade natural products. Variations in draw, appearance or flavor are normal and not grounds for return.
Refunds
Refunds may be requested within 15 days of delivery in cases of confirmed loss or damage. To ensure a smooth and secure return process, return shipping and handling costs apply. These costs will be deducted from the refund amount where applicable.
If you prefer your order to be reshipped instead of refunded, a standard reshipping and handling fee applies and will be requested prior to shipment.
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