Principle Cigars
Cocktail Collection
Principle Cigars Cocktail Collection is a medium strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Kelner Boutique Factory. It pairs Ecuadorian Habano 2000 wrapper; Dominican Republic (Monte Plata) binder; Dominican Republic, USA filler. The catalog lists 5 sizes, from 4½ × 46 to 6½ × 50.
- Maker
- Principle Cigars
- Wrapper
- Ecuadorian Habano 2000
- Binder
- Dominican Republic (Monte Plata)
- Filler
- Dominican Republic, USA
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- Kelner Boutique Factory
- Strength
- medium
- Sizes
- 5 · 4½ × 46 to 6½ × 50
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsPrinciple Cigars Cocktail Collection uses an Ecuadorian Habano 2000 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 55 minutes to 1 h 25 min for a 5.5-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
5 in the catalogWhat to try next
matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factoryPrinciple Cigars Cocktail Collection questions
What does Principle Cigars Cocktail Collection taste like?
Principle Cigars Cocktail Collection uses an Ecuadorian Habano 2000 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 Principle Cigars Cocktail Collection?
Principle Cigars Cocktail Collection is listed as medium strength. Medium strength suits most of the day, including an afternoon with a drink.
Is Principle Cigars Cocktail Collection 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 Principle Cigars Cocktail Collection made?
Principle Cigars Cocktail Collection is made in Dominican Republic at Kelner Boutique Factory, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Principle Cigars Cocktail Collection use?
Principle Cigars Cocktail Collection uses an Ecuadorian Habano 2000 wrapper over a Dominican Republic (Monte Plata) binder, with Dominican Republic, USA filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Principle Cigars Cocktail Collection come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 5 sizes: The Count (6 × 44), The Beignet (4½ × 46), The Player (5½ × 50), The Tiki (6½ × 50) and The Naomi (4½ × 56). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Principle Cigars Cocktail Collection?
For a 5.5-inch size, plan on about 55 minutes to 1 h 25 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 Principle Cigars Cocktail Collection?
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 Principle Cigars Cocktail Collection?
Cigars with a similar build include Davidoff Winston Churchill The Original Series, Avowed The Vow and E.P. Carrillo Pledge. They share habano wrapper, medium strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.