Kristoff
Cuban Selection
Kristoff Cuban Selection is a mild strength cigar made in Dominican Republic. It pairs Ecuadorian Connecticut (sweet tip) wrapper; Indonesian binder; Dominican, Nicaraguan filler. The catalog lists 5 sizes, from 6 × 50 to 8½ × 52.
- Maker
- Kristoff
- Wrapper
- Ecuadorian Connecticut (sweet tip)
- Binder
- Indonesian
- Filler
- Dominican, Nicaraguan
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Strength
- mild
- Sizes
- 5 · 6 × 50 to 8½ × 52
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsKristoff Cuban Selection uses an Ecuadorian Connecticut (sweet tip) wrapper. Connecticut shade wrappers tend toward cream, cedar, nuts and a light, smooth 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 h 5 min to 1 h 40 min for a 6.5-inch size.
- When: A mild cigar suits a morning coffee, a first cigar, or anyone still finding their range.
- Pair with: coffee with cream, a light beer, or a sparkling wine.
- 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 Kristoff Cuban Selection taste like?
Kristoff Cuban Selection uses an Ecuadorian Connecticut (sweet tip) wrapper. Connecticut shade wrappers tend toward cream, cedar, nuts and a light, smooth 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 Kristoff Cuban Selection?
Kristoff Cuban Selection is listed as mild strength. A mild cigar suits a morning coffee, a first cigar, or anyone still finding their range.
Is Kristoff Cuban Selection good for beginners?
Yes. It is listed as mild to mild-medium, which is where most smokers start. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.
Where is Kristoff Cuban Selection made?
Kristoff Cuban Selection is made in Dominican Republic, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Kristoff Cuban Selection use?
Kristoff Cuban Selection uses an Ecuadorian Connecticut (sweet tip) wrapper over an Indonesian binder, with Dominican, Nicaraguan filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Kristoff Cuban Selection come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 5 sizes: Churchill (7 × 48), Toro (6 × 50), Torpedo (6¼ × 52), Viajantes (8½ × 52) and Matador (6½ × 56). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Kristoff Cuban Selection?
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 Cuban Selection?
With a Connecticut shade wrapper, common pairings are coffee with cream, a light beer, or a sparkling wine. 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 Cuban Selection?
Cigars with a similar build include Davidoff Grand Cru, Macanudo Cafe and The Griffin's Classic. They share Connecticut shade wrapper, mild strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.