Leon Jimenes
Series Petites
Leon Jimenes Series Petites is a mild strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Fabrica de Tabacos La Aurora. It pairs Connecticut (Claro) wrapper; Dominican Republic filler. The catalog lists 2 sizes, from 4 × 30 to 4 × 30.
- Maker
- Leon Jimenes
- Wrapper
- Connecticut (Claro)
- Filler
- Dominican Republic
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- Fabrica de Tabacos La Aurora
- Strength
- mild
- Sizes
- 2 · 4 × 30 to 4 × 30
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsLeon Jimenes Series Petites uses a Connecticut (Claro) wrapper. Connecticut shade wrappers tend toward cream, cedar, nuts and a light, smooth 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 40 minutes to 1 hour for a 4-inch size.
- When: A mild cigar suits a morning coffee, a first cigar, or anyone still finding their range.
- Pair with: coffee with cream, a light beer, or a sparkling wine.
- 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, factoryLeon Jimenes Series Petites questions
What does Leon Jimenes Series Petites taste like?
Leon Jimenes Series Petites uses a Connecticut (Claro) wrapper. Connecticut shade wrappers tend toward cream, cedar, nuts and a light, smooth 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 Leon Jimenes Series Petites?
Leon Jimenes Series Petites is listed as mild strength. A mild cigar suits a morning coffee, a first cigar, or anyone still finding their range.
Is Leon Jimenes Series Petites good for beginners?
Yes. It is listed as mild to mild-medium, which is where most smokers start. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.
Where is Leon Jimenes Series Petites made?
Leon Jimenes Series Petites is made in Dominican Republic at Fabrica de Tabacos La Aurora, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Leon Jimenes Series Petites use?
Leon Jimenes Series Petites uses a Connecticut (Claro) wrapper, with Dominican Republic filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Leon Jimenes Series Petites come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 2 sizes: Petites (4 × 30) and Petits Blond (4 × 30). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Leon Jimenes Series Petites?
For a 4-inch size, plan on about 40 minutes to 1 hour. 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 Leon Jimenes Series Petites?
With a Connecticut shade wrapper, common pairings are coffee with cream, a light beer, or a sparkling wine. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.
What cigars are similar to Leon Jimenes Series Petites?
Cigars with a similar build include Davidoff Grand Cru, Macanudo Cafe and The Griffin's Classic. They share Connecticut shade wrapper, mild strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.