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Man O' War

Man O' War Armada

Man O' War Armada is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua. It pairs Ecuadorian Sumatra Maduro wrapper; Nicaraguan binder; Nicaraguan filler. It comes in one listed size, 6½ × 56.

Maker
Man O' War
Wrapper
Ecuadorian Sumatra Maduro
Binder
Nicaraguan
Filler
Nicaraguan
Country
Nicaragua
Strength
full
Sizes
1 · 6½ × 56

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

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Man O' War Armada uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra Maduro wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild 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 h 5 min to 1 h 40 min for a 6.5-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: cognac, a brown ale, or 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

1 in the catalog

What to try next

matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factory

Man O' War Armada questions

What does Man O' War Armada taste like?

Man O' War Armada uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra Maduro wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild 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 Man O' War Armada?

Man O' War Armada 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 Man O' War Armada 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 Man O' War Armada made?

Man O' War Armada is made in Nicaragua, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Man O' War Armada use?

Man O' War Armada uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra Maduro wrapper over a Nicaraguan binder, with Nicaraguan filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Man O' War Armada come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: Toro Grande (6½ × 56). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Man O' War Armada?

For a 6.5-inch size, plan on about 1 h 5 min to 1 h 40 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 Man O' War Armada?

With a Sumatra wrapper, common pairings are cognac, a brown ale, or 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 Man O' War Armada?

Cigars with a similar build include RoMa Craft CroMagnon Visigoth, Espinosa Knuckle Sandwich Maduro and AJ Fernandez San Lotano The Bull. They share Sumatra wrapper, full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.