La Galera
85th Anniversary
La Galera 85th Anniversary is a medium-full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera La Palma. It pairs Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper; Dominican Corojo binder; Dominican Piloto Cubano + Criollo '98 filler. The catalog lists 2 sizes, from 6 × 52 to 6 × 52.
- Maker
- La Galera
- Wrapper
- Connecticut Broadleaf
- Binder
- Dominican Corojo
- Filler
- Dominican Piloto Cubano + Criollo '98
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- Tabacalera La Palma
- Strength
- medium-full
- Sizes
- 2 · 6 × 52 to 6 × 52
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsLa Galera 85th Anniversary uses a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper. Connecticut broadleaf wrappers tend toward dark chocolate, molasses and a heavy sweetness. 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: Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
- Pair with: port, stout, or a sweet bourbon.
- 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
2 in the catalogWhat to try next
matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factoryLa Galera 85th Anniversary questions
What does La Galera 85th Anniversary taste like?
La Galera 85th Anniversary uses a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper. Connecticut broadleaf wrappers tend toward dark chocolate, molasses and a heavy sweetness. 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 Galera 85th Anniversary?
La Galera 85th Anniversary is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
Is La Galera 85th Anniversary 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 Galera 85th Anniversary made?
La Galera 85th Anniversary is made in Dominican Republic at Tabacalera La Palma, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does La Galera 85th Anniversary use?
La Galera 85th Anniversary uses a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper over a Dominican Corojo binder, with Dominican Piloto Cubano + Criollo '98 filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does La Galera 85th Anniversary come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 2 sizes: Jochy Blend (Toro) (6 × 52) and Jose Manuel Blend (Toro) (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke La Galera 85th Anniversary?
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 Galera 85th Anniversary?
With a broadleaf wrapper, common pairings are port, stout, or a sweet bourbon. 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 Galera 85th Anniversary?
Cigars with a similar build include Crowned Heads Le Careme, La Aurora 107 USA and Henry Clay Classic. They share broadleaf wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.