El Centurion
H-2K-CT
El Centurion H-2K-CT is a medium-full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at My Father Cigars. It pairs Connecticut-grown H-2K-CT (Habano 2000 x Connecticut hybrid) wrapper; Nicaraguan binder; Nicaraguan filler. The catalog lists 4 sizes, from 5½ × 48 to 7 × 38.
- Maker
- El Centurion
- Wrapper
- Connecticut-grown H-2K-CT (Habano 2000 x Connecticut hybrid)
- Binder
- Nicaraguan
- Filler
- Nicaraguan
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- My Father Cigars
- Strength
- medium-full
- Sizes
- 4 · 5½ × 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 bringsEl Centurion H-2K-CT uses a Connecticut-grown H-2K-CT (Habano 2000 x Connecticut hybrid) wrapper. Habano-seed wrappers tend toward pepper, cedar, leather and baking spice. 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 h 5 min to 1 h 40 min for a 6.5-inch size.
- When: Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
- Pair with: bourbon, rye whiskey, or a black 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
4 in the catalogWhat to try next
matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factoryEl Centurion H-2K-CT questions
What does El Centurion H-2K-CT taste like?
El Centurion H-2K-CT uses a Connecticut-grown H-2K-CT (Habano 2000 x Connecticut hybrid) wrapper. Habano-seed wrappers tend toward pepper, cedar, leather and baking spice. 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 El Centurion H-2K-CT?
El Centurion H-2K-CT is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
Is El Centurion H-2K-CT 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 El Centurion H-2K-CT made?
El Centurion H-2K-CT is made in Nicaragua at My Father Cigars, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does El Centurion H-2K-CT use?
El Centurion H-2K-CT uses a Connecticut-grown H-2K-CT (Habano 2000 x Connecticut hybrid) 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 El Centurion H-2K-CT come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 4 sizes: Lancero (7 × 38), Corona (5½ × 48), Toro (6 × 52) and Toro Grande (6½ × 58). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke El Centurion H-2K-CT?
For a 6.5-inch size, plan on about 1 h 5 min to 1 h 40 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 El Centurion H-2K-CT?
With a habano wrapper, common pairings are bourbon, rye whiskey, or a black 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 El Centurion H-2K-CT?
Cigars with a similar build include Tatuaje Brown Label (Seleccion de Cazador), Surrogates and My Father La Promesa. They share habano wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Nicaragua, same factory. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.