Buenaventura BV500 Cigar – Box of 10 | Rated 94 by Cigar Aficionado

Old-School Character. Nicaraguan Soul.

The Buenaventura BV500 by Curivari is a pressed Nicaraguan puro that wears its heritage proudly. Dressed in a vintage-style cigar band and simple yet elegant packaging, it's a cigar that signals quality without showmanship — exactly the kind of understated confidence that defines the Curivari house style.

What makes the Buenaventura blend stand out is Curivari's rare decision to incorporate tobacco from Condega — a region they typically shy away from. Combined with tobaccos from Jalapa and Estelí, the result is a distinctly characterful puro that punches above its modest presentation.

At 5¼ × 50, this pressed Robusto Extra delivers a medium-bodied smoke with a decidedly creamy texture. Roasted peanuts lead the way, giving way to a long, flavourful finish with notes of graham crackers — satisfying, approachable, and consistently well-constructed from first light to final third.

This is a popular choice for wedding cigars and we affectionately refer to the box of cigars as the wedding cigar box. 

Tasting Notes

• Roasted peanuts & creamy texture
• Toasted cedar & subtle spice
• Graham cracker finish — long and flavourful

Cigar Specifications

• Brand: Buenaventura by Curivari
• Line: BV500
• Format: Box of 10
• Size: 5¼ × 50 (Pressed Robusto Extra)
• Filler: Nicaragua (Jalapa, Estelí, Condega)
• Binder: Nicaragua
• Wrapper: Nicaragua
• Strength: Medium
• Construction: Handmade, long-filler, box-pressed

Perfect Pairing

The BV500’s creamy texture and roasted peanut notes make it a natural match for wheated bourbons, where the softer grain profile won’t compete with the cigar’s delicate Condega character.

• Maker’s Mark 46 — vanilla and caramel sweetness echoes the graham cracker finish
• Larceny Small Batch— rich wheat mash with a warmth that complements the creamy draw
• W.L. Weller 12 Year — oily mouthfeel and depth that pairs beautifully with the slow, even burn

Avoid high-rye bourbons (e.g. Bulleit, Four Roses Single Barrel) — the spice can overpower the BV500’s subtler, creamier profile.

Age verification required at checkout. This product is intended for adult smokers aged 18 and over.