Micallef
Reata
Micallef Reata is a medium strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Micallef Cigars. It pairs Mexico (San Andrés) wrapper; Ecuador binder; Nicaragua filler. The catalog lists 4 sizes, from 5 × 40 to 6 × 60.
- Maker
- Micallef
- Wrapper
- Mexico (San Andrés)
- Binder
- Ecuador
- Filler
- Nicaragua
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- Micallef Cigars
- Strength
- medium
- Sizes
- 4 · 5 × 40 to 6 × 60
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsMicallef Reata uses a Mexico (San Andrés) 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: Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
- 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
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What does Micallef Reata taste like?
Micallef Reata uses a Mexico (San Andrés) 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 Reata?
Micallef Reata is listed as medium strength. Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
Is Micallef Reata 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 Reata made?
Micallef Reata is made in Nicaragua at Micallef Cigars, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Micallef Reata use?
Micallef Reata uses a Mexico (San Andrés) wrapper over an Ecuador binder, with Nicaragua filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Micallef Reata come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 4 sizes: Londres (5 × 40), Robusto (5 × 52), Toro (6 × 52) and Gordo (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Micallef Reata?
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 Reata?
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 Reata?
Cigars with a similar build include Crux Cigars Epicure Maduro, Joya de Nicaragua Joya Black and Nica Libre. They share San Andrés wrapper, medium strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.