Aganorsa Leaf
Guardian of the Farm Apollo
Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Apollo is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua. It pairs Nicaragua (Corojo 99) wrapper; Nicaragua binder; Nicaragua filler. The catalog lists 2 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 6 × 52.
- Maker
- Aganorsa Leaf
- Wrapper
- Nicaragua (Corojo 99)
- Binder
- Nicaragua
- Filler
- Nicaragua
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 2 · 5 × 50 to 6 × 52
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsAganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Apollo uses a Nicaragua (Corojo 99) wrapper. Corojo wrappers tend toward red pepper, spice and a toasty, bready body. 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: A full-strength cigar is best after a full meal and never on an empty stomach; keep water nearby and slow down if you feel the nicotine.
- Pair with: rye whiskey, a red wine, or black 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
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What does Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Apollo taste like?
Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Apollo uses a Nicaragua (Corojo 99) wrapper. Corojo wrappers tend toward red pepper, spice and a toasty, bready body. 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 Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Apollo?
Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Apollo is listed as full strength. A full-strength cigar is best after a full meal and never on an empty stomach; keep water nearby and slow down if you feel the nicotine.
Is Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Apollo good for beginners?
It is a stronger cigar. Most newer smokers are better served starting milder and working up to it. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.
Where is Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Apollo made?
Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Apollo is made in Nicaragua, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Apollo use?
Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Apollo uses a Nicaragua (Corojo 99) wrapper over a Nicaragua binder, with Nicaragua filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Apollo come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 2 sizes: Robusto (5 × 50) and Toro (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Apollo?
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 Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Apollo?
With a corojo wrapper, common pairings are rye whiskey, a red wine, or black 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 Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Apollo?
Cigars with a similar build include Man O' War Puro Authentico, Black Label Trading Co. Cabaiguan Pur and Gurkha Nicaragua Series. They share corojo wrapper, full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.