Hoyo de Monterrey
La Amistad Gold
Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Gold is a medium strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Tabacalera Fernandez. It pairs Ecuadorian Criollo wrapper; Nicaraguan Criollo binder; Nicaraguan Corojo and Criollo filler. It comes in one listed size, 5¼ × 54.
- Maker
- Hoyo de Monterrey
- Wrapper
- Ecuadorian Criollo
- Binder
- Nicaraguan Criollo
- Filler
- Nicaraguan Corojo and Criollo
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- Tabacalera Fernandez
- Strength
- medium
- Sizes
- 1 · 5¼ × 54
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 Gold uses an Ecuadorian Criollo 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 55 minutes to 1 h 20 min for a 5.25-inch size.
- When: Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
- 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
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What does Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Gold taste like?
Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Gold uses an Ecuadorian Criollo 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 Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Gold?
Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Gold is listed as medium strength. Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
Is Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Gold 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 Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Gold made?
Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Gold is made in Nicaragua at Tabacalera Fernandez, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Gold use?
Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Gold uses an Ecuadorian Criollo wrapper over a Nicaraguan Criollo binder, with Nicaraguan Corojo and Criollo filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Gold come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: Robusto (5¼ × 54). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Gold?
For a 5.25-inch size, plan on about 55 minutes to 1 h 20 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 Gold?
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 Hoyo de Monterrey La Amistad Gold?
Cigars with a similar build include Joya de Nicaragua Joya Red, La Finca Tierra Brava and PDR El Criollito. They share criollo wrapper, medium strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.