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Hiram & Solomon

Châbal

Hiram & Solomon Châbal is a medium-full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at PDR Cigars. It pairs Ecuadorian Criollo Morrón wrapper; Indonesian Sumatra binder; Dominican (Leo Reyes Corojo Seco + Ligero) filler. It comes in one listed size, 6 × 52.

Maker
Hiram & Solomon
Wrapper
Ecuadorian Criollo Morrón
Binder
Indonesian Sumatra
Filler
Dominican (Leo Reyes Corojo Seco + Ligero)
Country
Dominican Republic
Factory
PDR Cigars
Strength
medium-full
Sizes
1 · 6 × 52

Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Hiram & Solomon Châbal uses an Ecuadorian Criollo Morrón wrapper. Criollo wrappers tend toward earth, cedar, cinnamon and a dry, spicy finish. 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: bourbon, an amber ale, or 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

1 in the catalog

What to try next

matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factory

Hiram & Solomon Châbal questions

What does Hiram & Solomon Châbal taste like?

Hiram & Solomon Châbal uses an Ecuadorian Criollo Morrón wrapper. Criollo wrappers tend toward earth, cedar, cinnamon and a dry, spicy finish. 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 Hiram & Solomon Châbal?

Hiram & Solomon Châbal is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.

Is Hiram & Solomon Châbal 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 Hiram & Solomon Châbal made?

Hiram & Solomon Châbal is made in Dominican Republic at PDR Cigars, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Hiram & Solomon Châbal use?

Hiram & Solomon Châbal uses an Ecuadorian Criollo Morrón wrapper over an Indonesian Sumatra binder, with Dominican (Leo Reyes Corojo Seco + Ligero) filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Hiram & Solomon Châbal come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: Toro (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Hiram & Solomon Châbal?

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 Hiram & Solomon Châbal?

With a criollo wrapper, common pairings are bourbon, an amber ale, or 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 Hiram & Solomon Châbal?

Cigars with a similar build include Gurkha Cellar Reserve 15 Year, VegaFina Serie 2 and Alec Bradley Tempus. They share criollo wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.