Nicarao
Nica Libre
Nicarao Nica Libre is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez. It pairs Nicaraguan Habano wrapper; Nicaraguan binder; Nicaraguan filler. The catalog lists 2 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 6 × 52.
- Maker
- Nicarao
- Wrapper
- Nicaraguan Habano
- Binder
- Nicaraguan
- Filler
- Nicaraguan
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- Tabacalera AJ Fernandez
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 2 · 5 × 50 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 bringsNicarao Nica Libre uses a Nicaraguan 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
2 in the catalogWhat to try next
matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factoryNicarao Nica Libre questions
What does Nicarao Nica Libre taste like?
Nicarao Nica Libre uses a Nicaraguan 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 Nicarao Nica Libre?
Nicarao Nica Libre 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 Nicarao Nica Libre 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 Nicarao Nica Libre made?
Nicarao Nica Libre is made in Nicaragua at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Nicarao Nica Libre use?
Nicarao Nica Libre uses a Nicaraguan Habano 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 Nicarao Nica Libre come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 2 sizes: Robusto (5 × 50) and Toro (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Nicarao Nica Libre?
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 Nicarao Nica Libre?
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 Nicarao Nica Libre?
Cigars with a similar build include Ramon Allones (AJ Fernandez) Ramon Allones by AJ Fernandez, AJ Fernandez Enclave and Tatuaje Cojonu. They share habano wrapper, full strength, made in Nicaragua, same factory. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.