Sosa Cigars
Imperium
Sosa Cigars Imperium is a full strength cigar made in Dominican Republic at Fabrica de Tabacos Sosa. It pairs Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper; Dominican Republic binder; Dominican Republic, Nicaragua filler. The catalog lists 4 sizes, from 5 × 52 to 6½ × 54.
- Maker
- Sosa Cigars
- Wrapper
- Ecuadorian Sumatra
- Binder
- Dominican Republic
- Filler
- Dominican Republic, Nicaragua
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- Fabrica de Tabacos Sosa
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 4 · 5 × 52 to 6½ × 54
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsSosa Cigars Imperium 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: 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: 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
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matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factorySosa Cigars Imperium questions
What does Sosa Cigars Imperium taste like?
Sosa Cigars Imperium 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 Sosa Cigars Imperium?
Sosa Cigars Imperium 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 Sosa Cigars Imperium 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 Sosa Cigars Imperium made?
Sosa Cigars Imperium is made in Dominican Republic at Fabrica de Tabacos Sosa, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Sosa Cigars Imperium use?
Sosa Cigars Imperium uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper over a Dominican Republic binder, with Dominican Republic, Nicaragua filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Sosa Cigars Imperium come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 4 sizes: Robusto (5 × 52), Toro (6½ × 54), Gordo (6 × 60) and Magnum (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Sosa Cigars Imperium?
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 Sosa Cigars Imperium?
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 Sosa Cigars Imperium?
Cigars with a similar build include Ashton VSG (Virgin Sun Grown), Crowned Heads Headley Grange and La Flor Dominicana Double Ligero. They share Sumatra wrapper, full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.