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ADVentura

Blackfin's Parlay

ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay is a medium strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera Mina del Rey. It pairs Ecuadorian Sumatra-seed wrapper; Dominican Republic binder; Dominican Republic filler. The catalog lists 5 sizes, from 5 × 52 to 7 × 40.

Maker
ADVentura
Wrapper
Ecuadorian Sumatra-seed
Binder
Dominican Republic
Filler
Dominican Republic
Country
Dominican Republic
Factory
Tabacalera Mina del Rey
Strength
medium
Sizes
5 · 5 × 52 to 7 × 40

Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra-seed wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild sweetness. That is the leaf's general character, not a tasting note for this cigar.

How to smoke it

rules of thumb
  • Time: plan on about 1 hour to 1 h 30 min for a 6-inch size.
  • When: Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
  • Pair with: cognac, a brown ale, or coffee.
  • Pace: about a puff a minute keeps it cool and lets the flavors change from third to third. Do not inhale.
  • Before lighting: cut just above the cap line, toast the foot evenly, and take a cold draw to check it.

Sizes

5 in the catalog

What to try next

matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factory

ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay questions

What does ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay taste like?

ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra-seed wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild sweetness. That is the leaf's general character, not a tasting note for this cigar; log a smoke in CigarMind to record your own.

How strong is ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay?

ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay is listed as medium strength. Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.

Is ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay good for beginners?

Usually, yes. Medium strength is manageable for most newer smokers who smoke slowly after eating. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.

Where is ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay made?

ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay is made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera Mina del Rey, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay use?

ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra-seed wrapper over a Dominican Republic binder, with Dominican Republic filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 5 sizes: Lancero (7 × 40), Corona (6 × 44), Robusto (5 × 52), Toro (6 × 54) and Gordo (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay?

For a 6-inch size, plan on about 1 hour to 1 h 30 min. That is a rule of thumb of 10 to 15 minutes per inch at a relaxed pace, a puff about once a minute.

What drink goes with ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay?

With a Sumatra wrapper, common pairings are cognac, a brown ale, or coffee. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.

What cigars are similar to ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay?

Cigars with a similar build include La Aurora 107 Ecuador, Bances and Cuba Aliados by Ernesto Perez-Carrillo. They share Sumatra wrapper, medium strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.