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Hiram & Solomon

Patriot

Hiram & Solomon Patriot is a medium-full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at PDR Cigars. It pairs Ecuadorian Habano Claro wrapper; Dominican Habano binder; Dominican (Ligero + Seco) filler. It comes in one listed size, 6 × 52.

Maker
Hiram & Solomon
Wrapper
Ecuadorian Habano Claro
Binder
Dominican Habano
Filler
Dominican (Ligero + Seco)
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 Patriot uses an Ecuadorian Habano Claro 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 to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
  • 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

1 in the catalog

What to try next

matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factory

Hiram & Solomon Patriot questions

What does Hiram & Solomon Patriot taste like?

Hiram & Solomon Patriot uses an Ecuadorian Habano Claro 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 Hiram & Solomon Patriot?

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

Is Hiram & Solomon Patriot 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 Patriot made?

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

What wrapper does Hiram & Solomon Patriot use?

Hiram & Solomon Patriot uses an Ecuadorian Habano Claro wrapper over a Dominican Habano binder, with Dominican (Ligero + Seco) filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Hiram & Solomon Patriot 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 Patriot?

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 Patriot?

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 Hiram & Solomon Patriot?

Cigars with a similar build include Escobar Nasty Esco, La Galera Habano and Davidoff Escurio. They share habano wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Dominican Republic, same factory. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.