L'Atelier
Racine
L'Atelier Racine is a medium-full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at My Father Cigars. It pairs Nicaraguan Criollo wrapper; Nicaragua/Nicaraguan Sancti Spíritus (double binder) binder; Nicaragua incl. Sancti Spíritus filler. It comes in one listed size, 5⅜ × 48.
- Maker
- L'Atelier
- Wrapper
- Nicaraguan Criollo
- Binder
- Nicaragua/Nicaraguan Sancti Spíritus (double binder)
- Filler
- Nicaragua incl. Sancti Spíritus
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- My Father Cigars
- Strength
- medium-full
- Sizes
- 1 · 5⅜ × 48
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsL'Atelier Racine uses a Nicaraguan Criollo wrapper. Criollo wrappers tend toward earth, cedar, cinnamon and a dry, spicy 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 55 minutes to 1 h 20 min for a 5.375-inch size.
- When: Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
- Pair with: bourbon, an amber ale, or 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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matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factoryL'Atelier Racine questions
What does L'Atelier Racine taste like?
L'Atelier Racine uses a Nicaraguan Criollo wrapper. Criollo wrappers tend toward earth, cedar, cinnamon and a dry, spicy 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 L'Atelier Racine?
L'Atelier Racine is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
Is L'Atelier Racine 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 L'Atelier Racine made?
L'Atelier Racine is made in Nicaragua at My Father Cigars, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does L'Atelier Racine use?
L'Atelier Racine uses a Nicaraguan Criollo wrapper over a Nicaragua/Nicaraguan Sancti Spíritus (double binder) binder, with Nicaragua incl. Sancti Spíritus filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does L'Atelier Racine come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: ERB (Britanicas Extra) (5⅜ × 48). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke L'Atelier Racine?
For a 5.375-inch size, plan on about 55 minutes to 1 h 20 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 L'Atelier Racine?
With a criollo wrapper, common pairings are bourbon, an amber ale, or 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 L'Atelier Racine?
Cigars with a similar build include Tatuaje Black Label, Joya de Nicaragua Cuatro Cinco and Aging Room Quattro Nicaragua. They share criollo wrapper, full strength, made in Nicaragua, same factory. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.