Caldwell
Savages
Caldwell Savages is a full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera William Ventura. It pairs Habano wrapper; Dominican and Nicaraguan filler. The catalog lists 5 sizes, from 4¾ × 52 to 8 × 54.
- Maker
- Caldwell
- Wrapper
- Habano
- Filler
- Dominican and Nicaraguan
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- Tabacalera William Ventura
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 5 · 4¾ × 52 to 8 × 54
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsCaldwell Savages uses a 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
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What does Caldwell Savages taste like?
Caldwell Savages uses a 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 Caldwell Savages?
Caldwell Savages 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 Savages 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 Savages made?
Caldwell Savages is made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera William Ventura, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Caldwell Savages use?
Caldwell Savages uses a Habano wrapper, with Dominican and Nicaraguan filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Caldwell Savages come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 5 sizes: Corona Extra (6 × 46), Pyramid (6 × 50), Super Rothschild (4¾ × 52), Toro (6 × 54) and Corona Larga (8 × 54). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Caldwell Savages?
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 Savages?
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 Savages?
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.