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Basilica C #1

Casdagli Basilica C #1 is a medium-full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Kelner Boutique Factory. It pairs Brazilian Cubra wrapper; Nicaraguan and Dominican binder; Dominican, Nicaraguan and Peruvian filler. It comes in one listed size, 6 × 52.

Maker
Casdagli
Wrapper
Brazilian Cubra
Binder
Nicaraguan and Dominican
Filler
Dominican, Nicaraguan and Peruvian
Country
Dominican Republic
Factory
Kelner Boutique Factory
Strength
medium-full
Sizes
1 · 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

CigarMind has no sourced tasting notes for Casdagli Basilica C #1 yet.

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 to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
  • 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

1 in the catalog

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Casdagli Basilica C #1 questions

How strong is Casdagli Basilica C #1?

Casdagli Basilica C #1 is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.

Is Casdagli Basilica C #1 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 Casdagli Basilica C #1 made?

Casdagli Basilica C #1 is made in Dominican Republic at Kelner Boutique Factory, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Casdagli Basilica C #1 use?

Casdagli Basilica C #1 uses a Brazilian Cubra wrapper over a Nicaraguan and Dominican binder, with Dominican, Nicaraguan and Peruvian filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Casdagli Basilica C #1 come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: Toro (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Casdagli Basilica C #1?

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 cigars are similar to Casdagli Basilica C #1?

Cigars with a similar build include Principle Cigars Aviator Series. They share medium-full strength, made in Dominican Republic, same factory. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.