La Perla Habana
Black Pearl Rojo
La Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua. It pairs Nicaraguan Habano Criollo wrapper; Cuban-seed Nicaraguan long-filler filler. The catalog lists 3 sizes, from 5 × 52 to 6¼ × 52.
- Maker
- La Perla Habana
- Wrapper
- Nicaraguan Habano Criollo
- Filler
- Cuban-seed Nicaraguan long-filler
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 3 · 5 × 52 to 6¼ × 52
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsLa Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo uses a Nicaraguan Habano 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 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: 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, factoryLa Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo questions
What does La Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo taste like?
La Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo uses a Nicaraguan Habano 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 La Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo?
La Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo 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 Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo 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 Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo made?
La Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo is made in Nicaragua, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does La Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo use?
La Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo uses a Nicaraguan Habano Criollo wrapper, with Cuban-seed Nicaraguan long-filler filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does La Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 3 sizes: Toro (6 × 50), Robusto (5 × 52) and Belicoso (6¼ × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke La Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo?
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 Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo?
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 La Perla Habana Black Pearl Rojo?
Cigars with a similar build include Joya de Nicaragua Antaño 1970, Tatuaje Black Label and Drew Estate Liga Privada 10 Aniversario. They share criollo wrapper, full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.