Henry Clay
Stalk Cut
Henry Clay Stalk Cut is a medium-full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic. It pairs Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper; Dominican Piloto binder; Dominican and Nicaraguan filler. The catalog lists 3 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 6 × 54.
- Maker
- Henry Clay
- Wrapper
- Connecticut Broadleaf
- Binder
- Dominican Piloto
- Filler
- Dominican and Nicaraguan
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Strength
- medium-full
- Sizes
- 3 · 5 × 50 to 6 × 54
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsHenry Clay Stalk Cut uses a Connecticut Broadleaf 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: Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
- 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
3 in the catalogWhat to try next
matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factoryHenry Clay Stalk Cut questions
What does Henry Clay Stalk Cut taste like?
Henry Clay Stalk Cut uses a Connecticut Broadleaf 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 Henry Clay Stalk Cut?
Henry Clay Stalk Cut is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
Is Henry Clay Stalk Cut 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 Henry Clay Stalk Cut made?
Henry Clay Stalk Cut is made in Dominican Republic, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Henry Clay Stalk Cut use?
Henry Clay Stalk Cut uses a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper over a Dominican Piloto binder, with Dominican and Nicaraguan filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Henry Clay Stalk Cut come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 3 sizes: Gran Corona (6 × 46), Robusto (5 × 50) and Toro (6 × 54). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Henry Clay Stalk Cut?
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 Henry Clay Stalk Cut?
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 Henry Clay Stalk Cut?
Cigars with a similar build include Crowned Heads Le Careme, La Aurora 107 USA and La Galera Anemoi. They share broadleaf wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.