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Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST

Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST is a medium strength cigar made in Honduras at Diadema Cigars de Honduras. It pairs Pennsylvania Broadleaf (sweetened tip) wrapper; Indonesia (Sumatra) binder; Dominican Republic filler. The catalog lists 3 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 6 × 60.

Maker
Caldwell
Wrapper
Pennsylvania Broadleaf (sweetened tip)
Binder
Indonesia (Sumatra)
Filler
Dominican Republic
Country
Honduras
Factory
Diadema Cigars de Honduras
Strength
medium
Sizes
3 · 5 × 50 to 6 × 60

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

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST uses a Pennsylvania Broadleaf (sweetened tip) 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

3 in the catalog

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Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST questions

What does Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST taste like?

Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST uses a Pennsylvania Broadleaf (sweetened tip) 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 Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST?

Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST is listed as medium strength. Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.

Is Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST 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 Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST made?

Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST is made in Honduras at Diadema Cigars de Honduras, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST use?

Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST uses a Pennsylvania Broadleaf (sweetened tip) wrapper over an Indonesia (Sumatra) binder, with Dominican Republic filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 3 sizes: Robusto (5 × 50), Toro (6 × 52) and Magnum (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST?

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 Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST?

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 Caldwell Blind Man's Bluff Maduro ST?

Cigars with a similar build include Camacho American Barrel-Aged, Ramon Bueso Genesis The Project and CAO Session. They share broadleaf wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Honduras, same factory. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.