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Bass Reeves Maduro

Protocol Bass Reeves Maduro is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at San Lotano by AJ Fernandez. It pairs Nicaraguan Habano Maduro wrapper; Nicaraguan (Jalapa) binder; Nicaraguan (Estelí/Jalapa/Condega) filler. It comes in one listed size, 6 × 52.

Maker
Protocol
Wrapper
Nicaraguan Habano Maduro
Binder
Nicaraguan (Jalapa)
Filler
Nicaraguan (Estelí/Jalapa/Condega)
Country
Nicaragua
Factory
San Lotano by AJ Fernandez
Strength
full
Sizes
1 · 6 × 52

Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Protocol Bass Reeves Maduro uses a Nicaraguan Habano Maduro 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

1 in the catalog

What to try next

matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factory

Protocol Bass Reeves Maduro questions

What does Protocol Bass Reeves Maduro taste like?

Protocol Bass Reeves Maduro uses a Nicaraguan Habano Maduro 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 Protocol Bass Reeves Maduro?

Protocol Bass Reeves Maduro 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 Protocol Bass Reeves Maduro 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 Protocol Bass Reeves Maduro made?

Protocol Bass Reeves Maduro is made in Nicaragua at San Lotano by AJ Fernandez, according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Protocol Bass Reeves Maduro use?

Protocol Bass Reeves Maduro uses a Nicaraguan Habano Maduro wrapper over a Nicaraguan (Jalapa) binder, with Nicaraguan (Estelí/Jalapa/Condega) filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Protocol Bass Reeves Maduro come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: Toro (Box-Pressed) (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Protocol Bass Reeves Maduro?

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 Protocol Bass Reeves Maduro?

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 Protocol Bass Reeves Maduro?

Cigars with a similar build include Tatuaje Cojonu, Padrón 1926 Serie and 601 by Espinosa La Bomba. They share habano wrapper, full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.