A perfecto cigar is tapered at both ends, with a narrow closed foot, a wider belly and a rounded or pointed head. That shape changes the whole experience: the first puffs are light and quick, then the flavor grows fuller as the burn reaches the widest point.

Perfectos take real skill to roll, which is why so few brands still make them. Our perfectos start with the iconic Arturo Fuente Hemingway line. To see how the perfecto compares with every other shape, visit Cigars by Size & Shape.

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Perfecto Cigar FAQ

What is a perfecto cigar?

A perfecto is a cigar that tapers at both ends, with a bulge in the middle. It's one of the oldest cigar shapes in the craft. You'll sometimes see it called a "double perfecto" when both ends come to a clear point. To learn the parts of a cigar, like the head, foot and cap, see our Anatomy of a Cigar guide.

How do you light a perfecto cigar?

Take your time. Because the foot is narrow and closed, toast it slowly while rotating the cigar, and let the flame catch evenly before you take a full draw. The first few puffs will feel light. That's normal, and it fills out within a minute or two. Our How to Smoke a Cigar guide walks through cutting and lighting step by step.

What's the difference between a perfecto, a figurado and a torpedo?

"Figurado" is the umbrella term for any cigar that isn't a straight cylinder. A torpedo tapers at the head only. A perfecto tapers at both ends. Every perfecto is a figurado, but not every figurado is a perfecto. Browse our figurado collection for the full range of shaped cigars.

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How long does a perfecto take to smoke?

Most run about 55 to 60 minutes, a Power Hour smoke on the Burn Clock.