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Salvation

Black Label Trading Co. Salvation is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Fábrica Oveja Negra. It pairs Ecuadorian Sun-Grown Habano wrapper; Honduran binder; Nicaraguan filler. The catalog lists 2 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 6 × 52.

Maker
Black Label Trading Co.
Wrapper
Ecuadorian Sun-Grown Habano
Binder
Honduran
Filler
Nicaraguan
Country
Nicaragua
Factory
Fábrica Oveja Negra
Strength
full
Sizes
2 · 5 × 50 to 6 × 52

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

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Black Label Trading Co. Salvation uses an Ecuadorian Sun-Grown Habano wrapper. Habano-seed wrappers tend toward pepper, cedar, leather and baking spice. 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: bourbon, rye whiskey, or a black 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

2 in the catalog

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Black Label Trading Co. Salvation questions

What does Black Label Trading Co. Salvation taste like?

Black Label Trading Co. Salvation uses an Ecuadorian Sun-Grown Habano wrapper. Habano-seed wrappers tend toward pepper, cedar, leather and baking spice. 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 Black Label Trading Co. Salvation?

Black Label Trading Co. Salvation 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 Black Label Trading Co. Salvation 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 Black Label Trading Co. Salvation made?

Black Label Trading Co. Salvation is made in Nicaragua at Fábrica Oveja Negra, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Black Label Trading Co. Salvation use?

Black Label Trading Co. Salvation uses an Ecuadorian Sun-Grown Habano wrapper over a Honduran binder, with Nicaraguan filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Black Label Trading Co. Salvation come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 2 sizes: Robusto (5 × 50) and Toro (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Black Label Trading Co. Salvation?

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 Black Label Trading Co. Salvation?

With a habano wrapper, common pairings are bourbon, rye whiskey, or a black 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 Black Label Trading Co. Salvation?

Cigars with a similar build include Tatuaje Cojonu, Padrón 1926 Serie and 601 by Espinosa La Bomba. They share habano wrapper, full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.