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Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano

Caldwell Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano is a full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera William Ventura. It pairs Habano (country undisclosed) wrapper; Indonesia (Sumatra-seed) binder; Dominican Republic, Nicaragua & United States (Pennsylvania) filler. The catalog lists 4 sizes, from 5½ × 52 to 6 × 60.

Maker
Caldwell
Wrapper
Habano (country undisclosed)
Binder
Indonesia (Sumatra-seed)
Filler
Dominican Republic, Nicaragua & United States (Pennsylvania)
Country
Dominican Republic
Factory
Tabacalera William Ventura
Strength
full
Sizes
4 · 5½ × 52 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 Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano uses a Habano (country undisclosed) 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.
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Sizes

4 in the catalog
Corona5¾ × 43 · Habano (country undisclosed)›Belicoso5½ × 52 · Habano (country undisclosed)›Super Toro6 × 54 · Habano (country undisclosed)›Magnum6 × 60 · Habano (country undisclosed)›

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Caldwell Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano questions

What does Caldwell Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano taste like?

Caldwell Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano uses a Habano (country undisclosed) 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 Caldwell Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano?

Caldwell Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano 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 Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano 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 Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano made?

Caldwell Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano is made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera William Ventura, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Caldwell Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano use?

Caldwell Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano uses a Habano (country undisclosed) wrapper over an Indonesia (Sumatra-seed) binder, with Dominican Republic, Nicaragua & United States (Pennsylvania) filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Caldwell Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 4 sizes: Corona (5¾ × 43), Belicoso (5½ × 52), Super Toro (6 × 54) and Magnum (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Caldwell Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano?

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 Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano?

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 Caldwell Long Live the King Mad MoFo Habano?

Cigars with a similar build include Bucanero Full Sail Maduro, La Flor Dominicana Coronado and AVO Syncro Nicaragua Fogata. They share habano wrapper, full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.

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