El Mago
Solstice
El Mago Solstice is a medium strength cigar made in Nicaragua at MGE Cigars Factory. It pairs Nicaraguan Sumatra-seed wrapper; Ecuadorian Habano binder; Nicaragua filler. It comes in one listed size, 6 × 48.
- Maker
- El Mago
- Wrapper
- Nicaraguan Sumatra-seed
- Binder
- Ecuadorian Habano
- Filler
- Nicaragua
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- MGE Cigars Factory
- Strength
- medium
- Sizes
- 1 · 6 × 48
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsEl Mago Solstice uses a Nicaraguan Sumatra-seed 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 1 hour to 1 h 30 min for a 6-inch size.
- When: Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
- 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
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What does El Mago Solstice taste like?
El Mago Solstice uses a Nicaraguan Sumatra-seed 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.
How strong is El Mago Solstice?
El Mago Solstice is listed as medium strength. Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
Is El Mago Solstice good for beginners?
Usually, yes. Medium strength is manageable for most newer smokers who smoke slowly after eating. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.
Where is El Mago Solstice made?
El Mago Solstice is made in Nicaragua at MGE Cigars Factory, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does El Mago Solstice use?
El Mago Solstice uses a Nicaraguan Sumatra-seed wrapper over an Ecuadorian Habano binder, with Nicaragua filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does El Mago Solstice come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: Thin Toro (6 × 48). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke El Mago Solstice?
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 El Mago Solstice?
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 El Mago Solstice?
Cigars with a similar build include José Martí, Brick House Habano and Quorum Classic. They share Sumatra wrapper, medium strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.