Micallef
Leyenda
Micallef Leyenda is a medium strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Micallef Cigars. It pairs Ecuador (Habano) wrapper; Nicaragua binder; Dominican Republic, Honduras & Nicaragua filler. The catalog lists 2 sizes, from 5 × 52 to 6 × 52.
- Maker
- Micallef
- Wrapper
- Ecuador (Habano)
- Binder
- Nicaragua
- Filler
- Dominican Republic, Honduras & Nicaragua
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- Micallef Cigars
- Strength
- medium
- Sizes
- 2 · 5 × 52 to 6 × 52
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsMicallef Leyenda uses an Ecuador (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: Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
- 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
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What does Micallef Leyenda taste like?
Micallef Leyenda uses an Ecuador (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 Micallef Leyenda?
Micallef Leyenda is listed as medium strength. Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
Is Micallef Leyenda 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 Micallef Leyenda made?
Micallef Leyenda is made in Nicaragua at Micallef Cigars, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Micallef Leyenda use?
Micallef Leyenda uses an Ecuador (Habano) wrapper over a Nicaragua binder, with Dominican Republic, Honduras & Nicaragua filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Micallef Leyenda come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 2 sizes: Robusto (5 × 52) and Toro (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Micallef Leyenda?
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 Leyenda?
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 Micallef Leyenda?
Cigars with a similar build include Espinosa Habano, Tatuaje El Triunfador and Oliva Serie O. They share habano wrapper, medium strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.