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La Flor Dominicana

1994

La Flor Dominicana 1994 is a full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera La Flor. It pairs Mexican San Andres wrapper; Dominican Republic binder; Dominican Republic filler. The catalog lists 6 sizes, from 4½ × 48 to 7 × 54.

Maker
La Flor Dominicana
Wrapper
Mexican San Andres
Binder
Dominican Republic
Filler
Dominican Republic
Country
Dominican Republic
Factory
Tabacalera La Flor
Strength
full
Sizes
6 · 4½ × 48 to 7 × 54

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

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

La Flor Dominicana 1994 uses a Mexican San Andres wrapper. San Andrés wrappers from Mexico tend toward cocoa, earth, coffee and black pepper. 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, mezcal, 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

6 in the catalog

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La Flor Dominicana 1994 questions

What does La Flor Dominicana 1994 taste like?

La Flor Dominicana 1994 uses a Mexican San Andres wrapper. San Andrés wrappers from Mexico tend toward cocoa, earth, coffee and black pepper. 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 Flor Dominicana 1994?

La Flor Dominicana 1994 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 Flor Dominicana 1994 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 Flor Dominicana 1994 made?

La Flor Dominicana 1994 is made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera La Flor, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does La Flor Dominicana 1994 use?

La Flor Dominicana 1994 uses a Mexican San Andres wrapper over a Dominican Republic binder, with Dominican Republic filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does La Flor Dominicana 1994 come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 6 sizes: Tango (4½ × 48), Conga (5 × 52), Rumba (6½ × 52), Beer Stein (6 × 54), Mambo (7 × 54) and Aldaba (6 × 58). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke La Flor Dominicana 1994?

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 Flor Dominicana 1994?

With a San Andrés wrapper, common pairings are espresso, mezcal, 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 Flor Dominicana 1994?

Cigars with a similar build include Kristoff Pistoff Kristoff, La Galera Maduro and Caldwell Long Live the King Maduro. They share San Andrés wrapper, full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.