La Aurora
Maduro 1985
La Aurora Maduro 1985 is a full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Fabrica de Tabacos La Aurora. It pairs Brazilian Mata Fina (maduro) wrapper; Nicaragua binder; Nicaragua filler. The catalog lists 4 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 7 × 47.
- Maker
- La Aurora
- Wrapper
- Brazilian Mata Fina (maduro)
- Binder
- Nicaragua
- Filler
- Nicaragua
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- Fabrica de Tabacos La Aurora
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 4 · 5 × 50 to 7 × 47
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsLa Aurora Maduro 1985 uses a Brazilian Mata Fina (maduro) wrapper. Maduro wrappers tend toward cocoa, coffee, dark fruit and a natural sweetness from the longer fermentation. 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 hour to 1 h 30 min for a 6-inch size.
- When: A full-strength cigar is best after a full meal and never on an empty stomach; keep water nearby and slow down if you feel the nicotine.
- Pair with: espresso, port, or a dark rum.
- 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 La Aurora Maduro 1985 taste like?
La Aurora Maduro 1985 uses a Brazilian Mata Fina (maduro) wrapper. Maduro wrappers tend toward cocoa, coffee, dark fruit and a natural sweetness from the longer fermentation. 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 La Aurora Maduro 1985?
La Aurora Maduro 1985 is listed as full strength. A full-strength cigar is best after a full meal and never on an empty stomach; keep water nearby and slow down if you feel the nicotine.
Is La Aurora Maduro 1985 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 La Aurora Maduro 1985 made?
La Aurora Maduro 1985 is made in Dominican Republic at Fabrica de Tabacos La Aurora, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does La Aurora Maduro 1985 use?
La Aurora Maduro 1985 uses a Brazilian Mata Fina (maduro) wrapper over a Nicaragua binder, with Nicaragua filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does La Aurora Maduro 1985 come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 4 sizes: Churchill (7 × 47), Robusto (5 × 50), Toro (5¾ × 54) and Gran Toro (6 × 58). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke La Aurora Maduro 1985?
For a 6-inch size, plan on about 1 hour to 1 h 30 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 La Aurora Maduro 1985?
With a maduro wrapper, common pairings are espresso, port, or a dark rum. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.
What cigars are similar to La Aurora Maduro 1985?
Cigars with a similar build include Kristoff Ligero Maduro, Leon Jimenes Doble Maduro and Sinistro The Last Barbarian. They share maduro wrapper, full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.