Cuba Aliados
Cuba Aliados Torpedo Extra
Cuba Aliados Torpedo Extra is a medium-full strength cigar made in Honduras at Rolando Reyes Sr. factory. It pairs Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper; Honduran binder; Honduran, Nicaraguan filler. It comes in one listed size, 6 × 52.
- Maker
- Cuba Aliados
- Wrapper
- Ecuadorian Sumatra
- Binder
- Honduran
- Filler
- Honduran, Nicaraguan
- Country
- Honduras
- Factory
- Rolando Reyes Sr. 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 bringsCuba Aliados Torpedo Extra uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild sweetness. 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: cognac, a brown ale, or 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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matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factoryCuba Aliados Torpedo Extra questions
What does Cuba Aliados Torpedo Extra taste like?
Cuba Aliados Torpedo Extra uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild sweetness. 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 Cuba Aliados Torpedo Extra?
Cuba Aliados Torpedo Extra is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
Is Cuba Aliados Torpedo Extra 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 Cuba Aliados Torpedo Extra made?
Cuba Aliados Torpedo Extra is made in Honduras at Rolando Reyes Sr. factory, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Cuba Aliados Torpedo Extra use?
Cuba Aliados Torpedo Extra uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper over a Honduran binder, with Honduran, Nicaraguan filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Cuba Aliados Torpedo Extra come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: No. 2 (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Cuba Aliados Torpedo Extra?
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 Cuba Aliados Torpedo Extra?
With a Sumatra wrapper, common pairings are cognac, a brown ale, or 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 Cuba Aliados Torpedo Extra?
Cigars with a similar build include Cabañas, Quintero (Non-Cuban) and Sancho Panza Double Maduro. They share Sumatra wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Honduras. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.