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Man O' War Dark Aged Maduro

Man O' War Dark Aged Maduro is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua. It pairs Ecuadorian Habano wrapper; Nicaraguan binder; Nicaraguan, Pennsylvania Broadleaf filler. The catalog lists 3 sizes, from 5 × 52 to 6¼ × 52.

Maker
Man O' War
Wrapper
Ecuadorian Habano
Binder
Nicaraguan
Filler
Nicaraguan, Pennsylvania Broadleaf
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 brings

Man O' War Dark Aged Maduro uses an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper. Habano-seed wrappers tend toward pepper, cedar, leather and baking spice. 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, rye whiskey, or a 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

3 in the catalog

What to try next

matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factory

Man O' War Dark Aged Maduro questions

What does Man O' War Dark Aged Maduro taste like?

Man O' War Dark Aged Maduro uses an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper. Habano-seed wrappers tend toward pepper, cedar, leather and baking spice. 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 Dark Aged Maduro?

Man O' War Dark Aged Maduro 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 Dark Aged Maduro 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 Dark Aged Maduro made?

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

What wrapper does Man O' War Dark Aged Maduro use?

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

What sizes does Man O' War Dark Aged Maduro come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 3 sizes: Robusto (5 × 52), Torpedo (6¼ × 52) and Toro (6 × 54). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Man O' War Dark Aged Maduro?

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 Man O' War Dark Aged Maduro?

With a habano wrapper, common pairings are bourbon, rye whiskey, or a 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 Man O' War Dark Aged Maduro?

Cigars with a similar build include Tatuaje Cojonu, Padrón 1926 Serie and 601 by Espinosa La Bomba. They share habano wrapper, full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.