Diesel
Heart of Darkness
Diesel Heart of Darkness is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua. It pairs Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro wrapper; Nicaraguan binder; Nicaraguan filler. It comes in one listed size, 6 × 58.
- Maker
- Diesel
- Wrapper
- Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro
- Binder
- Nicaraguan
- Filler
- Nicaraguan
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 1 · 6 × 58
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsDiesel Heart of Darkness uses an Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro wrapper. Oscuro wrappers, the darkest shade, tend toward espresso, dark chocolate and earth. 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, stout, or an aged 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 Diesel Heart of Darkness taste like?
Diesel Heart of Darkness uses an Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro wrapper. Oscuro wrappers, the darkest shade, tend toward espresso, dark chocolate and earth. 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 Diesel Heart of Darkness?
Diesel Heart of Darkness 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 Diesel Heart of Darkness 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 Diesel Heart of Darkness made?
Diesel Heart of Darkness is made in Nicaragua at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Diesel Heart of Darkness use?
Diesel Heart of Darkness uses an Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro wrapper over a Nicaraguan binder, with Nicaraguan filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Diesel Heart of Darkness come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: Gordo (6 × 58). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Diesel Heart of Darkness?
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 Diesel Heart of Darkness?
With an oscuro wrapper, common pairings are espresso, stout, or an aged 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 Diesel Heart of Darkness?
Cigars with a similar build include AJ Fernandez New World Oscuro, Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black and Espinosa 601 Green Label Oscuro. They share oscuro wrapper, full strength, made in Nicaragua, same factory. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.