Kristoff
Tres Compadres
Kristoff Tres Compadres is a medium-full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Tabacalera Von Eicken. It pairs Nicaraguan Habano wrapper; Nicaraguan Condega binder; Nicaraguan (Jalapa, Esteli, Condega) filler. The catalog lists 5 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 7 × 40.
- Maker
- Kristoff
- Wrapper
- Nicaraguan Habano
- Binder
- Nicaraguan Condega
- Filler
- Nicaraguan (Jalapa, Esteli, Condega)
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- Tabacalera Von Eicken
- Strength
- medium-full
- Sizes
- 5 · 5 × 50 to 7 × 40
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsKristoff Tres Compadres uses a Nicaraguan 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 35 min for a 6.25-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
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What does Kristoff Tres Compadres taste like?
Kristoff Tres Compadres uses a Nicaraguan 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 Tres Compadres?
Kristoff Tres Compadres is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
Is Kristoff Tres Compadres 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 Tres Compadres made?
Kristoff Tres Compadres is made in Nicaragua at Tabacalera Von Eicken, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Kristoff Tres Compadres use?
Kristoff Tres Compadres uses a Nicaraguan Habano wrapper over a Nicaraguan Condega binder, with Nicaraguan (Jalapa, Esteli, Condega) filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Kristoff Tres Compadres come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 5 sizes: Lancero (7 × 40), Robusto (5 × 50), Torpedo (6¼ × 52), Toro (6¼ × 54) and Gordo (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Kristoff Tres Compadres?
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 Tres Compadres?
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 Tres Compadres?
Cigars with a similar build include Padrón 1964 Anniversary Series, La Finca and Tatuaje Brown Label (Seleccion de Cazador). They share habano wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.