Kafie 1901
Sumatra
Kafie 1901 Sumatra is a medium-full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic. It pairs Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper; Dominican binder; Peruvian, Nicaraguan and Dominican filler. The catalog lists 4 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 6¼ × 52.
- Maker
- Kafie 1901
- Wrapper
- Ecuadorian Sumatra
- Binder
- Dominican
- Filler
- Peruvian, Nicaraguan and Dominican
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Strength
- medium-full
- Sizes
- 4 · 5 × 50 to 6¼ × 52
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsKafie 1901 Sumatra uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra 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 to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
- 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
4 in the catalogWhat to try next
matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factoryKafie 1901 Sumatra questions
What does Kafie 1901 Sumatra taste like?
Kafie 1901 Sumatra uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra 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 Kafie 1901 Sumatra?
Kafie 1901 Sumatra is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
Is Kafie 1901 Sumatra 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 Kafie 1901 Sumatra made?
Kafie 1901 Sumatra is made in Dominican Republic, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Kafie 1901 Sumatra use?
Kafie 1901 Sumatra uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper over a Dominican binder, with Peruvian, Nicaraguan and Dominican filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Kafie 1901 Sumatra come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 4 sizes: Robusto (5 × 50), Belicoso (6¼ × 52), Toro Bello (5¾ × 54) and VI Sixty (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Kafie 1901 Sumatra?
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 Kafie 1901 Sumatra?
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 Kafie 1901 Sumatra?
Cigars with a similar build include Butera Royal Vintage Royal Vintage, La Aurora 1495 Series and Vega Magna. They share Sumatra wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.