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685 Woodlawn

Kristoff 685 Woodlawn is a medium-full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic. It pairs Brazilian Habano wrapper; Brazilian Sumatra binder; Nicaraguan, Dominican Habano filler. It comes in one listed size, 6½ × 60.

Maker
Kristoff
Wrapper
Brazilian Habano
Binder
Brazilian Sumatra
Filler
Nicaraguan, Dominican Habano
Country
Dominican Republic
Strength
medium-full
Sizes
1 · 6½ × 60

Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Kristoff 685 Woodlawn uses a Brazilian Habano wrapper. Habano-seed wrappers tend toward pepper, cedar, leather and baking spice. 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 h 5 min to 1 h 40 min for a 6.5-inch size.
  • When: Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
  • Pair with: bourbon, rye whiskey, or a 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

1 in the catalog

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Kristoff 685 Woodlawn questions

What does Kristoff 685 Woodlawn taste like?

Kristoff 685 Woodlawn uses a Brazilian Habano wrapper. Habano-seed wrappers tend toward pepper, cedar, leather and baking spice. 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 Kristoff 685 Woodlawn?

Kristoff 685 Woodlawn is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.

Is Kristoff 685 Woodlawn 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 Kristoff 685 Woodlawn made?

Kristoff 685 Woodlawn is made in Dominican Republic, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Kristoff 685 Woodlawn use?

Kristoff 685 Woodlawn uses a Brazilian Habano wrapper over a Brazilian Sumatra binder, with Nicaraguan, Dominican Habano filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Kristoff 685 Woodlawn come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: Perfecto (6½ × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Kristoff 685 Woodlawn?

For a 6.5-inch size, plan on about 1 h 5 min to 1 h 40 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 Kristoff 685 Woodlawn?

With a habano wrapper, common pairings are bourbon, rye whiskey, or a 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 Kristoff 685 Woodlawn?

Cigars with a similar build include La Galera Habano, Davidoff Escurio and Crux Cigars Guild. They share habano wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.