Joya de Nicaragua
Antaño Gran Reserva
Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Joya de Nicaragua. It pairs Nicaraguan Habano Criollo wrapper; Nicaraguan binder; Nicaraguan filler. The catalog lists 7 sizes, from 4¾ × 60 to 7½ × 38.
- Maker
- Joya de Nicaragua
- Wrapper
- Nicaraguan Habano Criollo
- Binder
- Nicaraguan
- Filler
- Nicaraguan
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- Joya de Nicaragua
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 7 · 4¾ × 60 to 7½ × 38
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsJoya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva uses a Nicaraguan Habano 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 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: 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 Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva taste like?
Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva uses a Nicaraguan Habano 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 Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva?
Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva 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 Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva 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 Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva made?
Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva is made in Nicaragua at Joya de Nicaragua, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva use?
Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva uses a Nicaraguan Habano Criollo wrapper over a Nicaraguan binder, with Nicaraguan filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 7 sizes: Robusto (5 × 52), Toro (6 × 52), Lancero (7½ × 38), Robusto Grande (5½ × 52), Torpedo (6 × 52), Belicoso (6 × 54) and Gran Consul (4¾ × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva?
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 Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva?
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 Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Gran Reserva?
Cigars with a similar build include Tatuaje Black Label, La Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo and Drew Estate Liga Privada 10 Aniversario. They share criollo wrapper, full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.