Aganorsa Leaf Supreme Leaf Review

Every once in a while, a cigar comes around that you don’t just grab off the shelf; you catch it when it shows up. That’s exactly how the Aganorsa Leaf Supreme Leaf is.

It’s not always available, and when it is, it doesn’t usually sit around for very long. But after spending time with it, I don’t think that its popularity only comes down to that limited availability; it also comes down to how well this cigar actually smokes.

I had the Perfecto for this cigar review, and that shape plays a bigger role than you’d expect. It's pretty easy to see why people keep coming back to it when it shows up.

Quick Answer: Is This One Worth Tracking Down?

If you come across the Aganorsa Leaf Supreme Leaf, I'd suggest grabbing one if you can. This is a medium-bodied cigar that leans into bold flavor without getting heavy. You get a mix of cedar, sweetness, and spice right from the start, and the complexity and flavor notes build at a nice pace.

The Perfecto shape gives it a more focused start than other shapes, but once it opens up, the blend really settles in. It’s a good cigar that definely doesn’t rely on just one note to carry it the distance.

If you enjoy Aganorsa Leaf cigars or want to try a cigar that delivers a full smoking experience without pushing into full strength, this is one you’ll come back to.

Cigar Details & Blend Breakdown:

Profile: Medium-bodied

Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99

Binder: Nicaraguan

Filler: Nicaraguan

Factory: TABSA (Aganorsa Leaf)

Size Reviewed: Royal Perfecto (5.5 x 52)

Sizes Released: Toro-109 (6 x 52) 2026, Gran Toro (6 x 58) 2025, Royal Perfecto (5.5 x 52) 2025, Toro (6 x 52) 2023, Perfecto (6 x 54) 2023, Rothschild (4.5 x 50) 2024, Robusto (5 x 54) 2022, Torpedo (6 x 54) 2021, Corona Gorda (6 x 46) 2021, Toro box-pressed (6 x 54) 2020, and Robusto box-pressed (5 x 52) 2020.

Notable Features: Closed foot design, vibrant colors on the band, limited box releases that tend to move fast when available

Flavor Highlights: Cedar, honey, baking spices, almond, leather, with black pepper and red pepper throughout

Price Point: Typically around $10 per cigar, making it a strong value compared to other premium cigars in this range

The Story Behind Aganorsa Leaf & The Supreme Leaf

Aganorsa Leaf has built a reputation over many years around doing one thing really well: growing and blending their own tobacco. The tobacco used in the Supreme Leaf comes directly from their farms, and you can taste that consistency in how the blend comes together. It’s a Nicaraguan puro built around Corojo ’99 and Criollo tobacco, and it leans into that classic Aganorsa profile. Per Cigar Aficionado, Aganorsa was built by 'Eduardo Antonio Fernández Pujals... a major force in the world of Nicaraguan tobacco', context that informs every Aganorsa-branded cigar's blend pedigree.

Each release of the Supreme Leaf line can feel a little different depending on the vitola. You’ll see sizes like the Gran Robusto, Toro, and Corona Gorda come and go, but the core of the blend stays the same.

The packaging stands out, and the band uses vibrant colors that are hard to miss. The box presentation is clean and simple because, at the end of the day, this cigar is really about showcasing what Aganorsa Leaf tobacco can do when everything is working together.

Cold Draw & First Impressions

Before lighting, the aroma off the wrapper was really pleasant. I was getting cedar, a bit of earth, and a light sweetness. The closed foot changes the way this cigar starts. On the cold draw, there’s just the right amount of resistance. Notes of cedar, cinnamon, and a light honey sweetness come through, along with a faint black pepper in the background.

Once lit, the first few puffs are more concentrated because of that closed foot and shape. The smoke was very dense early on, and the flavor comes in with a mix of spice and sweetness right away.

First Third: Sweetness, Spice & a Focused Start

Again, because of the Perfecto shape, the first third of this Aganorsa Supreme Leaf starts off a bit tighter. No issues for me, and to be expected.

Right away, I got some cedar, honey, and baking spices working together. There’s a noticeable sweetness, but it’s balanced with that spice. Black pepper shows up early, but it stays in the background while everything else builds around it.

As the foot opens up, the smoke production increases, and the cigar starts to settle in. I began to pick up more leather and earth notes, along with a bit of cinnamon and a soft cocoa note on the finish.

At this point, the blend of flavor notes was working great, and this is where I stopped thinking about what I was tasting and just let it burn. It’s a focused start, but you can tell there’s more coming once it opens up.

Second Third: Opens Up with Balance & Depth

Once you hit the halfway point, the cigar really opens up. The draw loosens up slightly, and the flavor profile becomes more balanced. Cedar stays consistent, but now you’re getting a better mix of sweetness and spice across the palate. The sweetness is slight, and is the almond sweetness you can expect from Nicaraguan tobaccos.

Red pepper becomes more noticeable here, mixing with the black pepper and giving the cigar a bit more edge. There’s a good mix of earth, leather, and spice through this section, and the burn line stays even.

Final Third: Strength Builds, Flavor Holds

In the final third, the strength moves a bit closer to medium full, but it never gets out of hand or fully jumps to full-bodied in my mind.

The flavor stays consistent with what the cigar has been building toward. Cedar and earth are still leading, with pepper continuing to show up on the retrohale. The sweetness is still there, just pushed more into the background. I started to pick up a little more cocoa and darker notes as it finishes out.

The strength remains steady through the last third, and the cigar holds its balance all the way to the end without turning harsh or muddy.

Construction, Burn & Draw Performance

Construction on this stick was incredibly solid all the way through. The wrapper had a clean look with some medium-sized veins, nothing distracting. The cigar felt firm in hand, and the cap was very well applied. This review applies the same construction-burn-flavor framework formalized in Halfwheel, where 'every review on halfwheel is given a final score using the same formula' separating appearance, construction, strength, body, flavor, and finish as independent dimensions.

The closed foot lit evenly without needing extra work. Once it got going, the burn stayed consistent with a clean burn line and no touch-ups needed. The draw was right where it should be. Not too loose, not too tight. Just the right amount of resistance to keep each puff feeling full without overheating the cigar.

The ash held well, and the overall performance was right on par with what you'd expect from Aganorsa Leaf.

Perfecto vs Toro: How the Shape Changes Things

The Perfecto shape definitely changes how this cigar smokes. The closed foot gives you a more concentrated start, where the flavors come in tighter and more focused. As the cigar opens up, everything becomes more balanced and easier to read.

If there’s anything to call out, the Perfecto shape does make the start a little tighter than I’d prefer. That’s where I think the Toro size would really shine.

With a consistent ring gauge, the Toro will give this blend more room to develop earlier and carry that balance through the entire cigar. If you enjoy how this tastes but want a slightly more open smoking experience from the start, the Toro is probably the better choice.

Aganorsa Leaf Supreme Leaf Final Verdict

This is one of those cigars that just works for me. I am a big fan of baking spice flavor notes, and in a way, some of the notes that I recall from my Aganorsa Leaf Arsenio review come to mind. The Aganorsa Leaf Supreme Leaf doesn’t rely on one dominant note. This particular blend really does come together over time. You get cedar, sweetness, spice, and just enough pepper to keep it interesting, but nothing feels out of place.

For me, it sits right in that medium range, with moments that lean toward medium full as it opens up, but it’s by no means overwhelming, though it's not something I’d call light either.

If you enjoy Aganorsa Leaf cigars, this is an easy one to go back to. It delivers steady flavor, solid construction, and a profile that stays interesting without trying too hard. If you’re looking for something stronger right out of the gate, this probably isn’t it.

Does the Supreme Leaf Deserve a Spot in Your Humidor?

For me, yes, especially if you enjoy cigars that lean into natural sweetness and balanced spice. You get cedar, honey, baking spices, and pepper, and it all stays in check from start to finish.

It also sits in that range where you can smoke it without needing a full meal or a heavy drink alongside it. Medium overall, with just enough strength to keep it interesting.

If you can find a box when these drop, it’s worth having a few on hand. It’s the kind of cigar you can come back to without overthinking it.

When to Smoke the Supreme Leaf

This is a cigar that works best when you’ve got a little time to sit with it. The Perfecto shape gives it a slower start, so it’s not something you want to rush. Once it opens up, the cigar really hits its stride, and that’s where most of the flavor comes through.

For me, this works best as a late-morning or early-afternoon cigar. It pairs well with coffee, especially with how that cedar and sweetness come through.

You’re looking at a bit over an hour to an hour, depending on how slow you take it, so it’s not a short smoke, but it’s also not something that drags on too long to make it a bad option for a morning smoke.

Ratings Breakdown

(Comparable to a 90–92 on a traditional cigar scale)

A balanced, medium-bodied cigar that leans into cedar, natural sweetness, and spice without trying to do too much. The Perfecto shape gives it a more focused start before opening up into a smooth, steady smoking experience. Best suited for someone who enjoys a cigar that builds gradually and stays consistent from start to finish.

Where to Buy Aganorsa Leaf Cigars Online

Ready to give Aganorsa Leaf cigars a try for yourself? Or if you’re looking to try the Aganorsa Leaf Supreme Leaf for, we carry the Toro size at After Action Cigars.

The Toro gives this blend a little more room to open up from the start, with a more consistent burn and a slightly easier draw compared to the Perfecto.

All of our cigars are stored in a temperature-controlled humidor and shipped fresh, so you’re getting them exactly how they’re meant to be smoked.