Gran Habano
Persian King
Gran Habano Persian King is a medium strength cigar made in Honduras at G.R. Tabacaleras Unidas. It pairs Nicaraguan Habano wrapper; Nicaraguan binder; Nicaraguan filler. The catalog lists 2 sizes, from 6 × 50 to 6 × 60.
- Maker
- Gran Habano
- Wrapper
- Nicaraguan Habano
- Binder
- Nicaraguan
- Filler
- Nicaraguan
- Country
- Honduras
- Factory
- G.R. Tabacaleras Unidas
- Strength
- medium
- Sizes
- 2 · 6 × 50 to 6 × 60
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsGran Habano Persian King uses a Nicaraguan Habano 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 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: 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
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What does Gran Habano Persian King taste like?
Gran Habano Persian King uses a Nicaraguan Habano 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 Gran Habano Persian King?
Gran Habano Persian King is listed as medium strength. Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
Is Gran Habano Persian King 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 Gran Habano Persian King made?
Gran Habano Persian King is made in Honduras at G.R. Tabacaleras Unidas, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Gran Habano Persian King use?
Gran Habano Persian King uses a Nicaraguan Habano 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 Gran Habano Persian King come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 2 sizes: Rajah (6 × 50) and Tiger (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Gran Habano Persian King?
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 Gran Habano Persian King?
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 Gran Habano Persian King?
Cigars with a similar build include CAO Pilon, Don Lino Africa and La Palina Bronze Label. They share habano wrapper, medium strength, made in Honduras. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.