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Moroni's Trumpet

Apostate Moroni's Trumpet is a full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera Palma. It pairs Mexican San Andrés Oscuro wrapper; Dominican Olor binder; Dominican Republic; USA filler. The catalog lists 2 sizes, from 4½ × 44 to 6¼ × 56.

Maker
Apostate
Wrapper
Mexican San Andrés Oscuro
Binder
Dominican Olor
Filler
Dominican Republic; USA
Country
Dominican Republic
Factory
Tabacalera Palma
Strength
full
Sizes
2 · 4½ × 44 to 6¼ × 56

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

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Apostate Moroni's Trumpet uses a Mexican San Andrés 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 h 5 min to 1 h 35 min for a 6.25-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

2 in the catalog

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Apostate Moroni's Trumpet questions

What does Apostate Moroni's Trumpet taste like?

Apostate Moroni's Trumpet uses a Mexican San Andrés 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 Apostate Moroni's Trumpet?

Apostate Moroni's Trumpet 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 Apostate Moroni's Trumpet 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 Apostate Moroni's Trumpet made?

Apostate Moroni's Trumpet is made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera Palma, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Apostate Moroni's Trumpet use?

Apostate Moroni's Trumpet uses a Mexican San Andrés Oscuro wrapper over a Dominican Olor binder, with Dominican Republic; USA filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Apostate Moroni's Trumpet come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 2 sizes: Petite Corona (4½ × 44) and Torpedo (6¼ × 56). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Apostate Moroni's Trumpet?

For a 6.25-inch size, plan on about 1 h 5 min to 1 h 35 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 Apostate Moroni's Trumpet?

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 Apostate Moroni's Trumpet?

Cigars with a similar build include Arturo Fuente Fuente Fuente OpusX Oro Oscuro, E.P. Carrillo Seleccion Oscuro and Hiram & Solomon Master Mason. They share oscuro wrapper, full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.