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Dissident

Soapbox

Dissident Soapbox is a cigar made in Nicaragua at Fábrica Oveja Negra. It pairs Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper; Ecuadorian binder; Nicaraguan filler. The catalog lists 3 sizes, from 4¾ × 46 to 6¾ × 54.

Maker
Dissident
Wrapper
Ecuadorian Sumatra
Binder
Ecuadorian
Filler
Nicaraguan
Country
Nicaragua
Factory
Fábrica Oveja Negra
Sizes
3 · 4¾ × 46 to 6¾ × 54

Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Dissident Soapbox 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 55 minutes to 1 h 25 min for a 5.5-inch size.
  • 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

3 in the catalog

What to try next

matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factory

Dissident Soapbox questions

What does Dissident Soapbox taste like?

Dissident Soapbox 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.

Where is Dissident Soapbox made?

Dissident Soapbox is made in Nicaragua at Fábrica Oveja Negra, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Dissident Soapbox use?

Dissident Soapbox uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper over an Ecuadorian binder, with Nicaraguan filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Dissident Soapbox come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 3 sizes: Petite Corona (4¾ × 46), Robusto (5½ × 52) and Toro Gordo (6¾ × 54). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Dissident Soapbox?

For a 5.5-inch size, plan on about 55 minutes to 1 h 25 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 Dissident Soapbox?

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 Dissident Soapbox?

Cigars with a similar build include José Martí, RoMa Craft Intemperance VO 1920 and Drew Estate Undercrown Sun Grown. They share Sumatra wrapper, medium strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.