Hoyo de Monterrey
La Amistad Black
Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua. It pairs Ecuadorian Sumatra Oscuro wrapper; Mexican San Andrés binder; Nicaraguan Habano filler. The catalog lists 3 sizes, from 4½ × 50 to 6½ × 52.
- Maker
- Hoyo de Monterrey
- Wrapper
- Ecuadorian Sumatra Oscuro
- Binder
- Mexican San Andrés
- Filler
- Nicaraguan Habano
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 3 · 4½ × 50 to 6½ × 52
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsHoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra Oscuro wrapper. Oscuro wrappers, the darkest shade, tend toward espresso, dark chocolate and earth. 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 full-strength cigar is best after a full meal and never on an empty stomach; keep water nearby and slow down if you feel the nicotine.
- Pair with: espresso, stout, or an aged rum.
- 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.
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What does Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black taste like?
Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra Oscuro wrapper. Oscuro wrappers, the darkest shade, tend toward espresso, dark chocolate and earth. 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 Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black?
Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black is listed as full strength. A full-strength cigar is best after a full meal and never on an empty stomach; keep water nearby and slow down if you feel the nicotine.
Is Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black 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 Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black made?
Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black is made in Nicaragua at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black use?
Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra Oscuro wrapper over a Mexican San Andrés binder, with Nicaraguan Habano filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 3 sizes: Rothschild (4½ × 50), Toro (6½ × 52) and Gigante (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black?
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 Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black?
With an oscuro wrapper, common pairings are espresso, stout, or an aged rum. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.
What cigars are similar to Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Black?
Cigars with a similar build include AJ Fernandez New World Oscuro, Diesel d. 10th and Espinosa 601 Green Label Oscuro. They share oscuro wrapper, full strength, made in Nicaragua, same factory. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.