CigarMind

Asylum

Nyctophilia

Asylum Nyctophilia is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Fabrica Oveja Negra / NACSA (Esteli. It pairs Mexican San Andres (Maduro) wrapper; Nicaraguan binder; Nicaraguan filler. The catalog lists 3 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 7 × 70.

Maker
Asylum
Wrapper
Mexican San Andres (Maduro)
Binder
Nicaraguan
Filler
Nicaraguan
Country
Nicaragua
Factory
Fabrica Oveja Negra / NACSA (Esteli
Strength
full
Sizes
3 · 5 × 50 to 7 × 70

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

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Asylum Nyctophilia uses a Mexican San Andres (Maduro) wrapper. San Andrés wrappers from Mexico tend toward cocoa, earth, coffee and black pepper. 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, mezcal, or a dark 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

3 in the catalog

What to try next

matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factory

From the desk

reads and news on Asylum

Asylum Nyctophilia questions

What does Asylum Nyctophilia taste like?

Asylum Nyctophilia uses a Mexican San Andres (Maduro) wrapper. San Andrés wrappers from Mexico tend toward cocoa, earth, coffee and black pepper. 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 Asylum Nyctophilia?

Asylum Nyctophilia 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 Asylum Nyctophilia 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 Asylum Nyctophilia made?

Asylum Nyctophilia is made in Nicaragua at Fabrica Oveja Negra / NACSA (Esteli, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Asylum Nyctophilia use?

Asylum Nyctophilia uses a Mexican San Andres (Maduro) wrapper over a Nicaraguan binder, with Nicaraguan filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Asylum Nyctophilia come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 3 sizes: Robusto (50 x 5) (5 × 50), Toro (52 x 6) (6 × 52) and Gigante (70 x 7) (7 × 70). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Asylum Nyctophilia?

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 Asylum Nyctophilia?

With a San Andrés wrapper, common pairings are espresso, mezcal, or a dark 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 Asylum Nyctophilia?

Cigars with a similar build include RoMa Craft Neanderthal, Aganorsa Leaf JFR Lunatic Maduro and Crowned Heads Jericho Hill. They share San Andrés wrapper, full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.