AJ Fernandez
New World Oscuro
AJ Fernandez New World Oscuro is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua. It pairs Nicaraguan Oscuro wrapper; Nicaraguan (Jalapa) binder; Nicaraguan (Ometepe, Condega, Estelí) filler. The catalog lists 5 sizes, from 5½ × 55 to 6½ × 55.
- Maker
- AJ Fernandez
- Wrapper
- Nicaraguan Oscuro
- Binder
- Nicaraguan (Jalapa)
- Filler
- Nicaraguan (Ometepe, Condega, Estelí)
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 5 · 5½ × 55 to 6½ × 55
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsAJ Fernandez New World Oscuro uses a Nicaraguan Oscuro wrapper. Oscuro wrappers, the darkest shade, tend toward espresso, dark chocolate and earth. 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: espresso, stout, or an aged rum.
- 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 AJ Fernandez New World Oscuro taste like?
AJ Fernandez New World Oscuro uses a Nicaraguan Oscuro wrapper. Oscuro wrappers, the darkest shade, tend toward espresso, dark chocolate and earth. 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 AJ Fernandez New World Oscuro?
AJ Fernandez New World Oscuro 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 AJ Fernandez New World Oscuro 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 AJ Fernandez New World Oscuro made?
AJ Fernandez New World Oscuro is made in Nicaragua at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does AJ Fernandez New World Oscuro use?
AJ Fernandez New World Oscuro uses a Nicaraguan Oscuro wrapper over a Nicaraguan (Jalapa) binder, with Nicaraguan (Ometepe, Condega, Estelí) filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does AJ Fernandez New World Oscuro come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 5 sizes: Belicoso (5½ × 55), Robusto (5½ × 55), Toro (6½ × 55), Toro Redondo (6½ × 55) and Gordo (6 × 58). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke AJ Fernandez New World Oscuro?
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 AJ Fernandez New World Oscuro?
With an oscuro wrapper, common pairings are espresso, stout, or an aged rum. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.
What cigars are similar to AJ Fernandez New World Oscuro?
Cigars with a similar build include Diesel d. 10th, Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black and Espinosa 601 Green Label Oscuro. They share oscuro wrapper, full strength, made in Nicaragua, same factory. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.