Ashton
VSG
Ashton VSG is a full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera A. Fuente. It pairs Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper; Dominican binder; Dominican filler. It comes in one listed size, 5½ × 50.
- Maker
- Ashton
- Wrapper
- Ecuadorian Sumatra
- Binder
- Dominican
- Filler
- Dominican
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- Tabacalera A. Fuente
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 1 · 5½ × 50
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsAshton VSG uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild 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 55 minutes to 1 h 25 min for a 5.5-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: cognac, a brown ale, or 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 Ashton VSG taste like?
Ashton VSG uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild 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 Ashton VSG?
Ashton VSG 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 Ashton VSG 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 Ashton VSG made?
Ashton VSG is made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera A. Fuente, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Ashton VSG use?
Ashton VSG uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper over a Dominican binder, with Dominican filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Ashton VSG come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: Robusto (5½ × 50). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Ashton VSG?
For a 5.5-inch size, plan on about 55 minutes to 1 h 25 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 Ashton VSG?
With a Sumatra wrapper, common pairings are cognac, a brown ale, or 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 Ashton VSG?
Cigars with a similar build include Crowned Heads Headley Grange, La Flor Dominicana Double Ligero and PDR Flores y Rodriguez 18th Anniversary. They share Sumatra wrapper, full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.