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Eastern Standard Silk Road
Caldwell Eastern Standard Silk Road is a full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera William Ventura. It pairs Ecuador (Connecticut-seed) wrapper; Dominican Republic binder; Dominican Republic (Criollo 98 viso, Corojo ligero) & Nicaragua (Habano seco) filler. It comes in one listed size, 7¼ × 40.
- Maker
- Caldwell
- Wrapper
- Ecuador (Connecticut-seed)
- Binder
- Dominican Republic
- Filler
- Dominican Republic (Criollo 98 viso, Corojo ligero) & Nicaragua (Habano seco)
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- Tabacalera William Ventura
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 1 · 7¼ × 40
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsCaldwell Eastern Standard Silk Road uses an Ecuador (Connecticut-seed) wrapper. Connecticut shade wrappers tend toward cream, cedar, nuts and a light, smooth finish. 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 h 15 min to 1 h 50 min for a 7.25-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: coffee with cream, a light beer, or a sparkling wine.
- 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 Caldwell Eastern Standard Silk Road taste like?
Caldwell Eastern Standard Silk Road uses an Ecuador (Connecticut-seed) wrapper. Connecticut shade wrappers tend toward cream, cedar, nuts and a light, smooth finish. 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 Eastern Standard Silk Road?
Caldwell Eastern Standard Silk Road 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 Caldwell Eastern Standard Silk Road 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 Caldwell Eastern Standard Silk Road made?
Caldwell Eastern Standard Silk Road is made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera William Ventura, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Caldwell Eastern Standard Silk Road use?
Caldwell Eastern Standard Silk Road uses an Ecuador (Connecticut-seed) wrapper over a Dominican Republic binder, with Dominican Republic (Criollo 98 viso, Corojo ligero) & Nicaragua (Habano seco) filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Caldwell Eastern Standard Silk Road come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: Lancero (7¼ × 40). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Caldwell Eastern Standard Silk Road?
For a 7.25-inch size, plan on about 1 h 15 min to 1 h 50 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 Eastern Standard Silk Road?
With a Connecticut shade wrapper, common pairings are coffee with cream, a light beer, or a sparkling wine. 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 Eastern Standard Silk Road?
Cigars with a similar build include Diamond Crown Black Diamond, Villiger La Flor de Ynclan and AVO Syncro Nicaragua. They share Connecticut shade wrapper, full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.