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In 1502 Christopher Columbus landed at the mouth of the Rio San Juan, the area was ruled by the caciques at that time. Some of them, such as the namesake of the country "Nicarao", cooperated with the conquistadors, but the majority of them offered resistance, as a result of which one of the "most densely populated provinces in the world" was almost depopulated. In the 19th century, Nicaragua achieved unrest-marked independence through the wars of liberation against the Spanish occupation. From the point of view of the aficionado this is so interesting that one can read the political situation in the Nicaraguan cigar production.
When a number of tobacco families emigrated to Central America at the end of the 1950s in the course of the Cuban Revolution, well-known masters such as Nestor Plasencia came to Nicaragua and began building tobacco plantations and cigar factories. In the course of social conflicts at the end of the 1970s, many tobacco producers had to emigrate again and the strict economic embargo in the USA, which led to economic bottlenecks, did not revive Nicaraguan cigar production until the beginning of the 1990s.
Nicaragua is one of the medium-sized Central American countries between the Caribbean and the Pacific, whose impressive and varied natural beauty has already cast a spell over many visitors. A chain of volcanoes extends from north to south along the Pacific coast, which has led to the nickname "Land of a Thousand Volcanoes". In the east the Miskito area extends to the north. This rainforest area ends in the south at the Rio San Juan, a river that rises in Lake Nicaragua and forms the border with Costa Rica. The best and most famous tobacco growing areas in Nicaragua - the Jalapa - and Condegatal extend north of the capital Managua in the provinces of Esteli and Nueva Segovia to the Honduran border. The famous Pan America leads part of this idyllic volcanic area. The prevailing tropical climate with its rainy and dry periods in combination with the volcanic rock and mineral soils create excellent conditions for tobacco cultivation and can compete with the Cuban Vuelta Abajo.
The many cigar brands from Nicaragua offer an extensive range that surpasses that of the Cuban ones. In the region around Esteli you will find some of the most famous cigar manufacturers in the country, such as the Drew Estate brand. One of the most knowledgeable protagonists of the cigar business, Nestor Plasencia, who is involved in the production of the most popular Nicaraguan cigars, also comes from here.
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The plumpest representative of Leonel's bezopft "white" line is actually a washed-out Toro Gordo with up to about 90 minutes of smoking time. With its charm, this baroque beauty is ideally suited to introduce beginners to the world of large formats.
Flavours
A pleasingly broad spectrum of beautifully differentiated flavors unfolds over the course of this enjoyable light smoke. On the one hand, there are light nuts, café latte and creaminess, as known and appreciated from smooth blends in Connecticut wrapper. On the other, piquant herbal, woody and spicy notes subtly play around the palate and provide plenty of variety. There is also a real development - not a matter of course for a Gordo! So increasingly also leather, cocoa and subtle noble bitter nuances are noticeable on the palate.
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Please don't pull on both ends or you'll have a mishap. The cigar is not explosive anyway - rather a gentle flatterer, perfect for junior aficionados, the summer or the early hours. Burns for about 45 - 55 minutes.
Aroma
One is amazed at the aromatic variety this light cigar has to offer! Of course, typical "Shadegrown" notes of caffé latte, caramel, white bread and cedar are present throughout, but as it progresses, fine ethereal herbal notes, well-dosed honey sweetness, restrained floral scents and the melting taste of chocolate glide over the pampered palate. The aromatics are relatively compact here - friends of variety should definitely try the thick Toro! -, but every puff holds quite a bag of surprises. Creamy and mild until you put it down.
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The radical counter-design to the Double Toro within the series is this small format, which with its thin RM 38 could already be called a Petit Panatela. Without being strong, it concentrates the character of the blend in about 30 – 40 minutes.
Flavours
The sweet and gentle light nutty aromas of the series are also clearly present here, but the focus in the taste picture of the smallest format is more in the fine spicy area. Rich cedar notes, fragrant, ethereal overtones, but also a latent herbaceous chocolateiness, which sets it apart from the other vintages, are what the short one has to offer. With a somewhat fuller body and a smooth medium strength, the sweetness and intensity are, as expected, a little more pronounced. The smoke texture, on the other hand, is just as soft and pleasant as that of its larger sisters.
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From the light and beginner-friendly series of the popular US brand with production location Nicaragua, we offer you the lush 6x60 Gordo with approx. 90 - 105 minutes of smoking time. A super enjoyable XL smoke for the summer!
Flavours
1 Shadegrown outside, 1 Broadleaf inside - that explains the series name. In terms of flavour, the blend is certainly more to the liking of fans of mild shadegrowns than those of spicy broadleaves. Here, mild, friendly "breakfast aromas" determine the sunny picture - white bread, latte, cream, honey, with a little imagination even a certain nut nougat cream come to mind, moderate spiciness is added by fine toasted notes and a touch of cedar. Those who eat Islay malt for breakfast or like to push bouncers in their free time will probably find this gentle giant a bit harmless - newcomers love it!
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The oversize “Mi Amor” with RM 58 naturally spits out the thickest clouds of smoke. Be careful, it is only slightly lighter than the smaller formats! Here you can taste the full intensity of first-class Nicaraguan tobacco for approx. 80 - 90 minutes.
Flavor
Like the other “MA” formats, this one is carried by a veritable flood of delicious coffee aromas - roasty, “umami”, spicy-herbal, with a slightly sweet base. Blender Pepín Garcia has, of course, conjured up a whole host of harmonious accompanying notes in the blend - dried fruit and soft earth, dark woods and just the right dose of black pepper play catcher on the palate. Leather and bread crust as well as the typical spicy raciness of the San Andrés wrapper also play a role time and again. A decent strength makes the smoke more suitable for experienced smokers. Top PLV!
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The appealingly colorful Caribbean design with parrot and pirate treasure should not hide the fact that these cigars blended by the My Father boss (and also not dissimilar in taste) are rather in the strong corner! The thickness burns for around 1 ½ hours.
Flavours
As is the case with many Gordos, the tight ring gauge brings the sweet and gentle sides of the tobacco blend into the sensory focus. Velvety-soft smoke carries a delicious sweetness of dried fruit and (here somewhat more subtle) dark chocolate to the palate; at the same time, the Gordo tastes nuttier than its sisters, like hazelnuts and almonds. The classic chocolate-coffee melange only becomes more pronounced later on in the smoking process, accompanied by increasing, multi-layered spice (pepper, nutmeg, ginger...). But be careful, for all its charm, the XXL is not significantly "mixed down" in terms of strength - it gets intense!
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This cigar has no shortage of praise from experts and satisfied customers - so it is a logical step to enrich our portfolio with it. Especially as the price is more than decent for the quality of this class smoke for approx. 50 - 60 minutes!
Flavours
As the importer's info sheet rightly notes, one should not be deceived by the light wrapper! The cigar is indeed not particularly strong, but it offers significantly more spice and complexity than many other long fillers in the Connecticut wrapper. In the most beautiful harmony, it marries engaging honey sweetness with an abundance of herbal flavour facets that go wonderfully with the spicy notes of nutmeg and green pepper. But the typical creamy nuttiness of good Jalapa tobacco is also present, as are leathery overtones and a hint of cocoa on the palate. Very entertaining!
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It's nice that Oliva still has this somewhat out-of-fashion format in its range! Panetelas have their very own appeal - besides the elegant appearance over approx. 60 - 75 minutes, an exciting smoke progression.
Flavours
Lanceros stand for intensity and variety - and of course the experts from Oliva implement this in an exemplary manner. The slender cigar shines with an entertaining development. It starts gently at medium strength with herb-sweet aromas of dark chocolate and a fine sandalwood scent along with the playful etherealness of spicy garden herbs; with each puff, the cocoa tone deepens and becomes a little earthier, marrying with distinctive coffee roast notes that visibly move in the direction of espresso. The strength gradually increases and reaches a clearly above-average level in the final third. A must for thoughtful connoisseurs!
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Quite suddenly it appears on the market, the brand new series from Tonio Neugebauer's small cigar factory, which has become a cult brand in recent years! Like the coveted "Live Your Dreams", a multi-cult blend with a lot of soul! Smoking time here: approx. 55 - 65 minutes.
Flavours
As you would expect from Skel Ton, there is a wide range of well-balanced, feel-good flavours here at a fair price! The mouth-filling chocolate note of the "LyD" blend is also the permanent backbone of the taste experience here, but turns out a little sweeter and sweeter - more whole milk than plain! Anyway, the new one is nice and smooth and beginner-friendly, with fine almond notes, roasty coffee, extremely creamy smoke and elegant cedar scent. In the second half, more full-bodied, earthy-malty facets appear, the sweetness then goes more in the direction of caramel. The expected bull's eye!
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Kein San Andrés-, sondern ein nachtdunkles nicaraguanisches Deckblatt umhüllt diese neue Puro-Serie mit Tabak aus diversen renommierten Anbaugebieten. Die wuchtige Torpedo mit RM 55 macht ca. 65 – 85 Minuten lang Freude.
Aromen
Trotz leichten Zuges raucht man diese tolle Zigarre recht lang – einfach weil die Intensität der Aromen das Rauchtempo automatisch einbremst. Die volle Breitseite an dunklen, schweren Geschmacksfacetten – herbsüßer Kakao, würzige Erde, vielfältiger Kaffee-Röstgeschmack, auch dezente Noten von Dörrpflaumen ergänzen sich hervorragend. Die Zigarre ist kraftvoll, aber nicht „overpowered“, liefert ein mächtiges Rauchvolumen und legt durchaus eine Entwicklung hin. Überraschenderweise wird sie cremiger, aber auch edelherber und tiefer. Vereinnahmend und charaktervoll!
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Down-to-earth and hearty like the people from the surroundings of brick factories and workers' houses - such is the image of this inexpensive but enjoyable brand! The dark version of the six-incher with approx. 70 - 85 minutes of smoking time is no exception.
Flavours
What a delicious, typical Maduro for this price! The permanent chocolate note changes in the course of the smoke from full milk to plain; the solid scent of dark woods, however, remains constant, as does the noticeable milk coffee creaminess with a nutty touch (almond). The pleasantly broad spectrum is complemented by cinnamon-spicy spicy notes. In the second half, earthy facets increasingly come to the fore. The sweetness of the medium-strong smoke is discreet, but lasts until the finish. In the finish, its spiciness becomes a little more prominent without overpowering the balanced flavour.
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Not for nothing does this proud figurado in the shimmering, almost Maduro-dark H2000 Sungrown wrapper sometimes earn top ratings at tastings. See for yourself what the olivas are capable of for 75 - 90 minutes!
Flavours
One of the few non-Cubans in this price range that can rival a Habano in terms of balance and complexity! Typical Nicaragua, however, is the full-flavoured start with pepper and roasted aromas, which immediately gives way to a pleasant, very harmonious aroma with lush coffee notes, melting men's chocolate, some oak and hints of herbs and spices, which become more frequent, clearer and more complex as the smoke progresses. Peat and espresso take centre stage in the strong final third, complemented by ginger spice. Nicaragua's answer to the Monte "No. 2"!
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Der Name mag ein schwarzer Schimmel sein, zeichnen sich Türme doch gemeinhin eher durch Höhe als durch Dicke aus – das Raucherlebnis von 45 – 60 Minuten ist stimmig! Namengebend für die Serie ist übrigens nicht der US-Bundesstaat, sondern die mittelbraune Deckblattfarbe.
Aroma
Hohe Geschmacksdichte bei wohliger Rauchkonsistenz – dafür steht diese liebenswerte Gordito. Die Holzaromatik kommt hier etwas dunkler daher als bei den anderen Formaten, der Röstgeschmack – vor allem zu Beginn – noch markanter. Bald aber entfaltet die Zigarre mit super-cremigem Rauch und weichen Erd-, Nuss- und Cappuccino-Aromen ihren ganzen Charme. Die Stärke liegt durchwegs im mittleren Bereich; die feine Süße ist relativ deutlich ausgeprägt und nimmt im Verlauf untypischerweise noch ein bisschen zu. Ein heißer Tipp für Freunde barocker Short Smokes!
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The demand is great, and so we also welcome the thick Robusto format from DE.'s "infused" series with authentic-looking cappuccino aroma! Especially as the tobacco quality of the little leaf roll, which burns for just under an hour, is also right.
Flavours
With RM 54, the opulent sweetness of the cappuccino aroma is of course particularly striking. Remarkable here, too, how great the addition harmonises with the natural tobacco flavour of the first-class Nicaraguan filler! It also contributes latte-like notes, as well as the pleasant melting of mild nuts and subtle toast/roast aromas. The strength is manageable, but the fullness of flavour is great. Light-toned, gentle spice, hay and distinguished cedar scent enrich the remarkable spectrum of the impeccably rolled cigar. A valuable alternative - by no means only for pipe smokers!
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The flavour addition of this "doped" 54 Robusto tastes of espresso, and fittingly, everything here is darker than in the "Medio" variant - especially the beautiful Broadleaf wrapper. Light-hearted, medium-bodied smoking pleasure for up to 60 minutes.
Flavours
In addition to the ever-present herb-sweet aroma of the excellently dosed additives, this long filler of a special kind is not stingy with notes of dark chocolate, soft earthy notes and the pleasant astringency of oak leaves. In the course of smoking, rich roasted tones join in as well as a hint of liquorice, finally also increasingly spice reminiscent of cinnamon and pepper. The special sweetness from the dipping of the open ("shaggy") foot end naturally dissipates in the second third, but is surprisingly seamlessly replaced by a harmonious coexistence of lovely and pithy notes.
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With this massive format, LAdC pays tribute to the continuing trend towards large ring sizes - in a very sophisticated and stylish way. The combination of RM 56 and box-pressing guarantees a perfect draw and plenty of smoke for around 60 - 70 minutes.
Flavours
Thick, velvety smoke envelops the palate in a cosy atmosphere and pampers it with creamy notes of dark chocolate - this is the first impression after lighting up. The Belicoso is a touch stronger, the thicker one scores with a noticeably more pronounced sweetness, sometimes reminiscent of nougat or caramel. Of course, the distinctive roasted coffee bean flavour is also fully present. Due to its smoothness, you don't immediately realise that this rustic stout is one of the stronger ones - but in the finish, it offers unbridled, spicy and earthy intensity without losing any of its charm.
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As the name suggests, the tobaccos for these cigars of the Nicaraguan top brand are stored in burnt-out whiskey barrels, which gives them a very unique twist. Not only in this price league outstanding! Smoking time approx. 70 - 80 minutes.
Flavours
Beautifully rich, medium to strong, wonderfully opulent in flavor - this 54 is a masterpiece! Warming black pepper in pleasant doses, a noble leather note and tropical wood facets are the spicier components; counterbalancing them, alongside a concise, wonderfully chocolaty maduro sweetness, are recurring fruity tones of ripe cherries and dried figs that elegantly cushion the spice. In the 2nd half, the chocolate notes visibly evolve towards strong espresso and peat, but the sweetness continues to come through until it is put down. The smoke is of enthusiastic melting.
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96 points in the “Cigar Aficionado” – just a hype about AJF, the jack of all trades in cigars? – Not at all, this blend is really a lesson in balance! The Torpedo is rolled superbly – around 90 minutes of smoking pleasure!
Flavours
A wealth of creamy, bitter-sweet chocolate aromas opens the luxury smoke, accompanied by light woody overtones and fine spices such as cinnamon or nutmeg. Although not declared as such, the cigar (and the others in the series) seems like a noble Maduro, which is also matched by the dark wrappers. The chocolate/cocoa note remains the heart note throughout the entire smoking process, but increasingly complex coffee notes build up, giving the enjoyment more spice and earthiness. Medium strength and therefore slightly lighter than many comparable leaf rolls from Nicaragua. Delicious!
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Nur der schöne Wrapper ist – wie so viele Deckblätter aus Connecticut-Saat – in Ecuador gezogen; die Einlage ist rein nicaraguanisch, allerdings deutlich einsteigerfreundlicher, als man es von der Marke gewohnt ist. Rauchzeit ca. 50 – 65 Minuten.
Aromen
Ja, ein bisschen kräftiger als die super-sanfte große Figurado ist sie schon – aber auch diese 52er zählt zu den leichtesten AJF-Zigarren überhaupt. Die etwas polarisierende, markante Pfeffer-/Toastwürze ist hier nur in Spurenelementen vorhanden; statt ihrer gibt es opulente Rohrzucker-/Karamellsüße zu genießen, eingebunden in ein dezent harziges Bouquet filigraner Holzaromen und feiner Kaffeenoten. Mehr als durch Abwechslung gefällt der Smoke durch die Kompaktheit und Konstanz seines schlüssigen, harmonischen Geschmacksbilds. Gegen Ende hin wird er, wie alle Zigarren der Linie, ein wenig stärker und ledriger.
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"When he rises, the strong are terrified. If you strike him with the sword, it does no good," says the Book of Job about Leviathan. Here, however, we are not confronted by a biblical monster, but rather a good-natured XXL Gordo with a smoking time of around 90 - 110 minutes!
Flavours
As with so many cigar series, the thickest representative is the most lightly blended. Medium-bodied, fabulously creamy, with a taste of smooth café au lait and exotic fruit sweetness, it offers perfectly harmonizing counterpoints from the piquant spice box, as the smoke progresses also with - here rather moderate - roasted aromas and that delicate leather note that can be considered a characteristic of this multi-layered blend. An excellent choice for fans of oversized cigars with a typical "Sungrown" taste and enormous fullness of smoke. Beautifully earthy and malty towards the end.
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You can follow the call of this prophet without hesitation if you love complexity and like it a little stronger! The Robusto Gordo with approx. 50 - 60 minutes of smoking time is the ideal introduction to the series and reveals (pun intended) Don Pepín's genius once again.
Flavours
The numerous aromas of the blend do not emerge from this compact box-pressed gem bit by bit, but are concentrated on the palate in every single puff. Medium to rather strong, it combines racy spice, tropical fruit flavors, the woody scent of Spanish cedar and a wide range of full-bodied, increasingly present coffee notes, from cappuccino at the beginning to strong black espresso shortly before putting it down. The characteristic fine-bitter, leathery base note is also present throughout and adds an almost "Cuban" note to the pleasure. An excellent smoke!
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The eponymous maturation in whiskey barrels perfectly matches the full Maduro sweetness of this exquisite Nicaraguan Puro! An unusually complex Robusto of medium strength, typical for Perdomo, with a smoking time of around 50 - 60 minutes.
Flavours
A veritable cornucopia of sweet and spicy notes hits the palate in captivating harmony. The first impression is reminiscent of the overflowing spice stalls of an oriental bazaar, with nutmeg, cloves, cinnamon and allspice - wonderfully cushioned by cocoa and melting hazelnut notes reminiscent of nougat. This is accompanied by roasted aromas of espresso; in the second half they turn towards peat, the sweet facets then reminiscent of liquorice. With a gently increasing power, the luxurious smoke remains gentle until it is laid down and, despite the more distinctive spice, remains complex.
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You would hardly guess it, but this "plug", which is not much more than the size of a cigarillo, is actually one of your secret favorites, i.e. one of our most popular small formats! And for good reason, as it offers the very best long filler quality for just under ½ hour.
Flavor
What it lacks in size, the half Lancero with dress size XXS easily makes up for in intensity! Medium-bodied and therefore among the stronger "RO.s", it focuses primarily on pithy, nutty, earthy roasted aromas - walnuts and hazelnuts, coffee beans and peat appear on the horizon of associations. The unmistakable caramel sweetness of Plasencia's signature blend clings rather discreetly to the palate, elegantly cushioned by striking cedar and spice tones. Gradually, the spice picks up and the wood tones tilt visibly towards leather; the smoke is good-natured and carried by a soft smoke consistency until the end.
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The 54 with a smoking time of approx. 50 - 65 minutes is the bestseller among the beautifully designed "Knochenmann cheroots", with which Tonio Neugebauer has been very successfully living the dream of his own cigar brand since 2017. A customer favourite and PLV champion since its launch!
Flavour
Caution is advised with such food comparisons, but hardly any aficionado would not describe this extra-creamy cigar as a "chocolate bomb". Herb-sweet and roast-aromatic, it brings real "chocolate mousse flair" to the palate - an amazingly opulent smoking pleasure at this price level! Especially as the flavour is by no means limited to cocoa: various spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg, a good dash of mocha, subtle floral / vegetal notes (autumn leaves!) and deep malty-earthy facets in the second half ensure excitement throughout. Smooth, medium-bodied, superbly crafted!