CLE
Azabache
CLE Azabache is a medium-full strength cigar made in Honduras at Fabrica de Tabacos El Aladino (Danli. It pairs Mexican San Andres (Maduro) wrapper; Honduran binder; Honduran, Nicaraguan, Peruvian filler. It comes in one listed size, 6 × 54.
- Maker
- CLE
- Wrapper
- Mexican San Andres (Maduro)
- Binder
- Honduran
- Filler
- Honduran, Nicaraguan, Peruvian
- Country
- Honduras
- Factory
- Fabrica de Tabacos El Aladino (Danli
- Strength
- medium-full
- Sizes
- 1 · 6 × 54
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsCLE Azabache uses a Mexican San Andres (Maduro) wrapper. San Andrés wrappers from Mexico tend toward cocoa, earth, coffee and black pepper. 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 to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
- Pair with: espresso, mezcal, or a dark rum.
- 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 CLE Azabache taste like?
CLE Azabache uses a Mexican San Andres (Maduro) wrapper. San Andrés wrappers from Mexico tend toward cocoa, earth, coffee and black pepper. 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 CLE Azabache?
CLE Azabache is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
Is CLE Azabache 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 CLE Azabache made?
CLE Azabache is made in Honduras at Fabrica de Tabacos El Aladino (Danli, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does CLE Azabache use?
CLE Azabache uses a Mexican San Andres (Maduro) wrapper over a Honduran binder, with Honduran, Nicaraguan, Peruvian filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does CLE Azabache come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: Toro (54 x 6, box-pressed) (6 × 54). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke CLE Azabache?
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 CLE Azabache?
With a San Andrés wrapper, common pairings are espresso, mezcal, or a dark rum. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.
What cigars are similar to CLE Azabache?
Cigars with a similar build include CAO Zócalo, Cavalier Genève Black Series II and Rebellion Rockstar Sweet Child O Mine. They share San Andrés wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Honduras. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.