Argyle
Conundrum
Argyle Conundrum is a medium strength cigar made in Dominican Republic. It pairs Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper; Dominican Republic binder; Dominican Republic filler. The catalog lists 4 sizes, from 5½ × 50 to 6½ × 52.
- Maker
- Argyle
- Wrapper
- Connecticut Broadleaf
- Binder
- Dominican Republic
- Filler
- Dominican Republic
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Strength
- medium
- Sizes
- 4 · 5½ × 50 to 6½ × 52
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsArgyle Conundrum uses a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper. Connecticut broadleaf wrappers tend toward dark chocolate, molasses and a heavy 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: port, stout, or a sweet bourbon.
- 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 catalogWhat to try next
matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factoryArgyle Conundrum questions
What does Argyle Conundrum taste like?
Argyle Conundrum uses a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper. Connecticut broadleaf wrappers tend toward dark chocolate, molasses and a heavy 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 Argyle Conundrum?
Argyle Conundrum is listed as medium strength. Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
Is Argyle Conundrum 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 Argyle Conundrum made?
Argyle Conundrum is made in Dominican Republic, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Argyle Conundrum use?
Argyle Conundrum uses a Connecticut Broadleaf 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 Argyle Conundrum come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 4 sizes: Robusto (5½ × 50), Toro (6 × 52), Pyramid (6½ × 52) and Gordo (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Argyle Conundrum?
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 Argyle Conundrum?
With a broadleaf wrapper, common pairings are port, stout, or a sweet bourbon. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.
What cigars are similar to Argyle Conundrum?
Cigars with a similar build include Diamond Crown Maduro, Ashton Aged Maduro and Macanudo Inspirado Black. They share broadleaf wrapper, medium strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.