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Color Series Blue

Micallef Color Series Blue is a mild-medium strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Micallef Cigars. It pairs Mexico (San Andrés Sumatra-seed) wrapper; Ecuador (Habano) binder; Dominican Republic & Nicaragua filler. The catalog lists 4 sizes, from 5 × 52 to 6½ × 54.

Maker
Micallef
Wrapper
Mexico (San Andrés Sumatra-seed)
Binder
Ecuador (Habano)
Filler
Dominican Republic & Nicaragua
Country
Nicaragua
Factory
Micallef Cigars
Strength
mild-medium
Sizes
4 · 5 × 52 to 6½ × 54

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

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Micallef Color Series Blue uses a Mexico (San Andrés Sumatra-seed) wrapper. San Andrés wrappers from Mexico tend toward cocoa, earth, coffee and black pepper. 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: Mild to medium: an easy daytime smoke and a gentle step up from a first cigar.
  • Pair with: espresso, mezcal, or a dark rum.
  • 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

4 in the catalog

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Micallef Color Series Blue questions

What does Micallef Color Series Blue taste like?

Micallef Color Series Blue uses a Mexico (San Andrés Sumatra-seed) wrapper. San Andrés wrappers from Mexico tend toward cocoa, earth, coffee and black pepper. 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 Micallef Color Series Blue?

Micallef Color Series Blue is listed as mild-medium strength. Mild to medium: an easy daytime smoke and a gentle step up from a first cigar.

Is Micallef Color Series Blue 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 Micallef Color Series Blue made?

Micallef Color Series Blue is made in Nicaragua at Micallef Cigars, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Micallef Color Series Blue use?

Micallef Color Series Blue uses a Mexico (San Andrés Sumatra-seed) wrapper over an Ecuador (Habano) binder, with Dominican Republic & Nicaragua filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Micallef Color Series Blue come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 4 sizes: Robusto (5 × 52), Toro (6 × 52), Soft Box-Pressed Toro (6½ × 54) and Gordo (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Micallef Color Series Blue?

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 Micallef Color Series Blue?

With a San Andrés wrapper, common pairings are espresso, mezcal, or a dark rum. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.

What cigars are similar to Micallef Color Series Blue?

Cigars with a similar build include Dapper Cubo Maduro, Drew Estate Tabak Especial Negra and Crux Cigars Epicure Maduro. They share San Andrés wrapper, mild-medium strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.