Cubariqueño (Protocol)
Protocol Musket
Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Musket is a full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at La Eye Factory. It pairs Mexico (San Andrés) wrapper; Dominican Republic binder; Dominican Republic & Nicaragua filler. The catalog lists 2 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 6 × 52.
- Maker
- Cubariqueño (Protocol)
- Wrapper
- Mexico (San Andrés)
- Binder
- Dominican Republic
- Filler
- Dominican Republic & Nicaragua
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- La Eye Factory
- Strength
- full
- 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 Musket uses a Mexico (San Andrés) 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: 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: 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
2 in the catalogWhat to try next
matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factoryCubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Musket questions
What does Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Musket taste like?
Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Musket uses a Mexico (San Andrés) 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 Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Musket?
Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Musket 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 Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Musket 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 Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Musket made?
Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Musket is made in Dominican Republic at La Eye Factory, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Musket use?
Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Musket uses a Mexico (San Andrés) 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 Musket 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 Musket?
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 Musket?
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 Cubariqueño (Protocol) Protocol Musket?
Cigars with a similar build include Kristoff Pistoff Kristoff, La Galera Maduro and La Flor Dominicana 1994. They share San Andrés wrapper, full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.