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Guardian of the Farm Nightwatch

Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Nightwatch is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Tabacos Valle de Jalapa. It pairs Nicaraguan Aganorsa Shade Grown Corojo Maduro wrapper; Nicaraguan Aganorsa binder; Nicaraguan Aganorsa filler. The catalog lists 4 sizes, from 4½ × 48 to 6 × 52.

Maker
Aganorsa Leaf
Wrapper
Nicaraguan Aganorsa Shade Grown Corojo Maduro
Binder
Nicaraguan Aganorsa
Filler
Nicaraguan Aganorsa
Country
Nicaragua
Factory
Tabacos Valle de Jalapa
Strength
full
Sizes
4 · 4½ × 48 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 brings

Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Nightwatch uses a Nicaraguan Aganorsa Shade Grown Corojo Maduro 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

4 in the catalog

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Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Nightwatch questions

What does Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Nightwatch taste like?

Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Nightwatch uses a Nicaraguan Aganorsa Shade Grown Corojo Maduro 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 Nightwatch?

Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Nightwatch 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 Nightwatch 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 Nightwatch made?

Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Nightwatch is made in Nicaragua at Tabacos Valle de Jalapa, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Nightwatch use?

Aganorsa Leaf Guardian of the Farm Nightwatch uses a Nicaraguan Aganorsa Shade Grown Corojo Maduro wrapper over a Nicaraguan Aganorsa binder, with Nicaraguan Aganorsa 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 Nightwatch come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 4 sizes: Orpheus (6 × 44), Rambo (4½ × 48), JJ (5¼ × 50) and Campeon (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 Nightwatch?

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 Nightwatch?

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 Nightwatch?

Cigars with a similar build include Warped Corto, Illusione Original Documents Corojo and Man O' War Puro Authentico. They share corojo wrapper, full strength, made in Nicaragua, same factory. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.