The term CIGAR VARIETY refers to the different types of cigars available. Two examples of cigar varieties are CLARO and PANATELLA. CLARO is a five-letter variety of cigar that is light in color and mild in flavor. It is usually made with Connecticut shade wrapper leaves. PANATELLA is a nine-letter variety of cigar that is longer and thinner than other cigars. It has a mild flavor and is usually made with a Connecticut broadleaf wrapper.