Graycliff
Original
Graycliff Original is a mild strength cigar made in Bahamas at Graycliff Cigar Factory. It pairs Indonesian (Sumatra) wrapper; Indonesia binder; Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Ecuador & Honduras filler. The catalog lists 7 sizes, from 4½ × 44 to 7¼ × 38.
- Maker
- Graycliff
- Wrapper
- Indonesian (Sumatra)
- Binder
- Indonesia
- Filler
- Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Ecuador & Honduras
- Country
- Bahamas
- Factory
- Graycliff Cigar Factory
- Strength
- mild
- Sizes
- 7 · 4½ × 44 to 7¼ × 38
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsGraycliff Original uses an Indonesian (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 1 hour to 1 h 30 min for a 6-inch size.
- When: A mild cigar suits a morning coffee, a first cigar, or anyone still finding their range.
- 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
7 in the catalogWhat to try next
matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factoryGraycliff Original questions
What does Graycliff Original taste like?
Graycliff Original uses an Indonesian (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.
How strong is Graycliff Original?
Graycliff Original is listed as mild strength. A mild cigar suits a morning coffee, a first cigar, or anyone still finding their range.
Is Graycliff Original good for beginners?
Yes. It is listed as mild to mild-medium, which is where most smokers start. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.
Where is Graycliff Original made?
Graycliff Original is made in Bahamas at Graycliff Cigar Factory, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Graycliff Original use?
Graycliff Original uses an Indonesian (Sumatra) wrapper over an Indonesia binder, with Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Ecuador & Honduras filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Graycliff Original come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 7 sizes: Elegante (7¼ × 38), Taco (4½ × 44), Piccolo (4½ × 46), Presidente (7 × 48), PG (5¼ × 50), PGX (6 × 50) and Pirate (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Graycliff Original?
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 Graycliff Original?
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 Graycliff Original?
Cigars with a similar build include Drew Estate Isla del Sol Sun Grown, PDR Jose Rey Sumatra and Blackbird Finch. They share Sumatra wrapper, mild strength. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.