Oscar Valladares
Leaf by Oscar Sumatra
Oscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar Sumatra is a medium strength cigar made in Honduras. It pairs Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper; Honduran binder; Honduran filler. The catalog lists 4 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 7 × 38.
- Maker
- Oscar Valladares
- Wrapper
- Ecuadorian Sumatra
- Binder
- Honduran
- Filler
- Honduran
- Country
- Honduras
- Strength
- medium
- Sizes
- 4 · 5 × 50 to 7 × 38
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsOscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar Sumatra uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild sweetness. 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: cognac, a brown ale, or 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
4 in the catalogWhat to try next
matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factoryOscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar Sumatra questions
What does Oscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar Sumatra taste like?
Oscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar Sumatra uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild sweetness. 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 Oscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar Sumatra?
Oscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar Sumatra is listed as medium strength. Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
Is Oscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar Sumatra 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 Oscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar Sumatra made?
Oscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar Sumatra is made in Honduras, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Oscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar Sumatra use?
Oscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar Sumatra uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper over a Honduran binder, with Honduran filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Oscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar Sumatra come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 4 sizes: Lancero (7 × 38), Robusto (5 × 50), Toro (6 × 52) and Gordo (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Oscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar Sumatra?
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 Oscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar Sumatra?
With a Sumatra wrapper, common pairings are cognac, a brown ale, or 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 Oscar Valladares Leaf by Oscar Sumatra?
Cigars with a similar build include Bolívar Cofradia, 5 Vegas Classic and Don Marcos. They share Sumatra wrapper, medium strength, made in Honduras. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.