Principle Cigars
Martinique
Principle Cigars Martinique is a mild-medium strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Kelner Boutique Factory. It pairs Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper; Dominican Republic (Monte Plata) binder; Dominican Republic, USA filler. The catalog lists 3 sizes, from 5½ × 43 to 7½ × 39.
- Maker
- Principle Cigars
- Wrapper
- Ecuadorian Connecticut
- Binder
- Dominican Republic (Monte Plata)
- Filler
- Dominican Republic, USA
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- Kelner Boutique Factory
- Strength
- mild-medium
- Sizes
- 3 · 5½ × 43 to 7½ × 39
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsPrinciple Cigars Martinique uses an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper. Connecticut shade wrappers tend toward cream, cedar, nuts and a light, smooth finish. 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: Mild to medium: an easy daytime smoke and a gentle step up from a first cigar.
- Pair with: coffee with cream, a light beer, or a sparkling wine.
- 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
3 in the catalogWhat to try next
matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factoryPrinciple Cigars Martinique questions
What does Principle Cigars Martinique taste like?
Principle Cigars Martinique uses an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper. Connecticut shade wrappers tend toward cream, cedar, nuts and a light, smooth finish. 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 Martinique?
Principle Cigars Martinique is listed as mild-medium strength. Mild to medium: an easy daytime smoke and a gentle step up from a first cigar.
Is Principle Cigars Martinique good for beginners?
Yes. It is listed as mild to mild-medium, which is where most smokers start. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.
Where is Principle Cigars Martinique made?
Principle Cigars Martinique is made in Dominican Republic at Kelner Boutique Factory, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Principle Cigars Martinique use?
Principle Cigars Martinique uses an Ecuadorian Connecticut 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 Martinique come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 3 sizes: Lancero (7½ × 39), Corona (5½ × 43) and Corona Gorda (6 × 46). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Principle Cigars Martinique?
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 Principle Cigars Martinique?
With a Connecticut shade wrapper, common pairings are coffee with cream, a light beer, or a sparkling wine. 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 Martinique?
Cigars with a similar build include Ashton Cabinet Selection, Diamond Crown Classic and Cuesta-Rey Centenario. They share Connecticut shade wrapper, mild-medium strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.