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JT Signature Series

Kristoff JT Signature Series is a medium strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Charles Fairmorn. It pairs Ecuadorian HVA (Habano Vuelta Abajo) wrapper; Sumatra binder; Mexican San Andres, Dominican filler. It comes in one listed size, 6¼ × 54.

Maker
Kristoff
Wrapper
Ecuadorian HVA (Habano Vuelta Abajo)
Binder
Sumatra
Filler
Mexican San Andres, Dominican
Country
Dominican Republic
Factory
Charles Fairmorn
Strength
medium
Sizes
1 · 6¼ × 54

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

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Kristoff JT Signature Series uses an Ecuadorian HVA (Habano Vuelta Abajo) 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 35 min for a 6.25-inch size.
  • When: Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
  • 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 JT Signature Series questions

What does Kristoff JT Signature Series taste like?

Kristoff JT Signature Series uses an Ecuadorian HVA (Habano Vuelta Abajo) 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 JT Signature Series?

Kristoff JT Signature Series is listed as medium strength. Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.

Is Kristoff JT Signature Series 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 Kristoff JT Signature Series made?

Kristoff JT Signature Series is made in Dominican Republic at Charles Fairmorn, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Kristoff JT Signature Series use?

Kristoff JT Signature Series uses an Ecuadorian HVA (Habano Vuelta Abajo) wrapper over a Sumatra binder, with Mexican San Andres, Dominican filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Kristoff JT Signature Series come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: Box Pressed Toro (6¼ × 54). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Kristoff JT Signature Series?

For a 6.25-inch size, plan on about 1 h 5 min to 1 h 35 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 JT Signature Series?

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 JT Signature Series?

Cigars with a similar build include Davidoff Winston Churchill The Original Series, Avowed The Vow and E.P. Carrillo Pledge. They share habano wrapper, medium strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.