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Hiram & Solomon

Traveling Man

Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man is a medium strength cigar made in Dominican Republic. It pairs Sumatra (Indonesia) wrapper; Indonesian binder; Arapiraca, Habano Jalapa, Habano Ometepe, Dominican filler. The catalog lists 2 sizes, from 6 × 54 to 6 × 60.

Maker
Hiram & Solomon
Wrapper
Sumatra (Indonesia)
Binder
Indonesian
Filler
Arapiraca, Habano Jalapa, Habano Ometepe, Dominican
Country
Dominican Republic
Strength
medium
Sizes
2 · 6 × 54 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 brings

Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man uses a Sumatra (Indonesia) 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: Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
  • 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

2 in the catalog

What to try next

matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factory

Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man questions

What does Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man taste like?

Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man uses a Sumatra (Indonesia) 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 Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man?

Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man is listed as medium strength. Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.

Is Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man 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 Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man made?

Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man is made in Dominican Republic, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man use?

Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man uses a Sumatra (Indonesia) wrapper over an Indonesian binder, with Arapiraca, Habano Jalapa, Habano Ometepe, Dominican filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 2 sizes: Toro (6 × 54) and Gran Toro (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man?

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 Traveling Man?

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 Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man?

Cigars with a similar build include La Aurora 107 Ecuador, ADVentura Blackfin's Parlay and Bances. They share Sumatra wrapper, medium strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.