Cubariqueño (Protocol)
Protocol Evergreen
Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Evergreen is a medium strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at La Eye Factory. It pairs Ecuador (Sumatra) wrapper; Dominican Republic binder; Dominican Republic & Nicaragua filler. The catalog lists 2 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 6 × 52.
- Maker
- Cubariqueño (Protocol)
- Wrapper
- Ecuador (Sumatra)
- Binder
- Dominican Republic
- Filler
- Dominican Republic & Nicaragua
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- La Eye Factory
- Strength
- medium
- Sizes
- 2 · 5 × 50 to 6 × 52
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsCubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Evergreen uses an Ecuador (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 strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
- 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
2 in the catalogWhat to try next
matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factoryCubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Evergreen questions
What does Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Evergreen taste like?
Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Evergreen uses an Ecuador (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 Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Evergreen?
Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Evergreen is listed as medium strength. Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
Is Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Evergreen good for beginners?
Usually, yes. Medium strength is manageable for most newer smokers who smoke slowly after eating. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.
Where is Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Evergreen made?
Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Evergreen is made in Dominican Republic at La Eye Factory, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Evergreen use?
Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Evergreen uses an Ecuador (Sumatra) wrapper over a Dominican Republic binder, with Dominican Republic & Nicaragua filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Evergreen come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 2 sizes: Robusto (5 × 50) and Toro (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Evergreen?
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 Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Evergreen?
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 Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Evergreen?
Cigars with a similar build include La Aurora 107 Ecuador, ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay and Bances. They share Sumatra wrapper, medium strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.