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CBT Maduro

Eiroa CBT Maduro is a full strength cigar made in Honduras at Fabrica de Tabacos El Aladino (Danli. It pairs Connecticut Broadleaf Talanga (Honduran-grown Maduro) wrapper; Honduran binder; Honduran (all-maduro, top-priming leaves) filler. The catalog lists 5 sizes, from 4 × 48 to 7 × 38.

Maker
Eiroa
Wrapper
Connecticut Broadleaf Talanga (Honduran-grown Maduro)
Binder
Honduran
Filler
Honduran (all-maduro, top-priming leaves)
Country
Honduras
Factory
Fabrica de Tabacos El Aladino (Danli
Strength
full
Sizes
5 · 4 × 48 to 7 × 38

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

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Eiroa CBT Maduro uses a Connecticut Broadleaf Talanga (Honduran-grown Maduro) wrapper. Connecticut broadleaf wrappers tend toward dark chocolate, molasses and a heavy 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: 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: port, stout, or a sweet bourbon.
  • 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

5 in the catalog

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Eiroa CBT Maduro questions

What does Eiroa CBT Maduro taste like?

Eiroa CBT Maduro uses a Connecticut Broadleaf Talanga (Honduran-grown Maduro) wrapper. Connecticut broadleaf wrappers tend toward dark chocolate, molasses and a heavy 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 Eiroa CBT Maduro?

Eiroa CBT Maduro 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 Eiroa CBT Maduro 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 Eiroa CBT Maduro made?

Eiroa CBT Maduro is made in Honduras at Fabrica de Tabacos El Aladino (Danli, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Eiroa CBT Maduro use?

Eiroa CBT Maduro uses a Connecticut Broadleaf Talanga (Honduran-grown Maduro) wrapper over a Honduran binder, with Honduran (all-maduro, top-priming leaves) filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Eiroa CBT Maduro come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 5 sizes: Lancero (38 x 7) (7 × 38), Prensado (48 x 4) (4 × 48), Robusto (50 x 5) (5 × 50), Toro (54 x 6) (6 × 54) and Gordo (60 x 6) (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Eiroa CBT Maduro?

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 Eiroa CBT Maduro?

With a broadleaf wrapper, common pairings are port, stout, or a sweet bourbon. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.

What cigars are similar to Eiroa CBT Maduro?

Cigars with a similar build include Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder, CAO Flathead V19 and Punch Gran Puro Nicaragua. They share broadleaf wrapper, full strength, made in Honduras. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.