Macanudo
Emissary España
Macanudo Emissary España is a medium strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at General Cigar Dominicana. It pairs U.S. Broadleaf Claro (5-yr aged) wrapper; Nicaraguan Condega (6-yr aged) binder; Dominican Piloto, Colombian, Nicaraguan ASP, Spanish (10-yr aged) filler. The catalog lists 4 sizes, from 5 × 52 to 7 × 48.
- Maker
- Macanudo
- Wrapper
- U.S. Broadleaf Claro (5-yr aged)
- Binder
- Nicaraguan Condega (6-yr aged)
- Filler
- Dominican Piloto, Colombian, Nicaraguan ASP, Spanish (10-yr aged)
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- General Cigar Dominicana
- Strength
- medium
- Sizes
- 4 · 5 × 52 to 7 × 48
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsMacanudo Emissary España uses an U.S. Broadleaf Claro (5-yr aged) 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 strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
- 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
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What does Macanudo Emissary España taste like?
Macanudo Emissary España uses an U.S. Broadleaf Claro (5-yr aged) 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 Macanudo Emissary España?
Macanudo Emissary España is listed as medium strength. Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
Is Macanudo Emissary España good for beginners?
Usually, yes. Medium strength is manageable for most newer smokers who smoke slowly after eating. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.
Where is Macanudo Emissary España made?
Macanudo Emissary España is made in Dominican Republic at General Cigar Dominicana, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Macanudo Emissary España use?
Macanudo Emissary España uses an U.S. Broadleaf Claro (5-yr aged) wrapper over a Nicaraguan Condega (6-yr aged) binder, with Dominican Piloto, Colombian, Nicaraguan ASP, Spanish (10-yr aged) filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Macanudo Emissary España come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 4 sizes: Churchill (7 × 48), Robusto (5 × 52), Toro (6 × 52) and Perfecto (6 × 54). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Macanudo Emissary España?
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 Macanudo Emissary España?
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 Macanudo Emissary España?
Cigars with a similar build include Montesino Diplomatico Maduro, Diamond Crown Maduro and Ashton Aged Maduro. They share broadleaf wrapper, medium strength, made in Dominican Republic, same factory. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.