Southern Draw
Jacob's Ladder
Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder is a full strength cigar made in Honduras. It pairs USA Pennsylvania Broadleaf wrapper; USA Maduro binder; Nicaraguan Ligero (Jalapa & Estelí) filler. The catalog lists 5 sizes, from 5½ × 54 to 7½ × 40.
- Maker
- Southern Draw
- Wrapper
- USA Pennsylvania Broadleaf
- Binder
- USA Maduro
- Filler
- Nicaraguan Ligero (Jalapa & Estelí)
- Country
- Honduras
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 5 · 5½ × 54 to 7½ × 40
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsSouthern Draw Jacob's Ladder uses an USA Pennsylvania Broadleaf wrapper. Connecticut broadleaf wrappers tend toward dark chocolate, molasses and a heavy 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: port, stout, or a sweet bourbon.
- 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, factorySouthern Draw Jacob's Ladder questions
What does Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder taste like?
Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder uses an USA Pennsylvania Broadleaf wrapper. Connecticut broadleaf wrappers tend toward dark chocolate, molasses and a heavy 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 Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder?
Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder 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 Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder 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 Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder made?
Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder is made in Honduras, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder use?
Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder uses an USA Pennsylvania Broadleaf wrapper over an USA Maduro binder, with Nicaraguan Ligero (Jalapa & Estelí) filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 5 sizes: Lancero (7½ × 40), Toro (6 × 52), Robusto (5½ × 54), Perfecto (6 × 56) and Gordo (6½ × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder?
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 Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder?
With a broadleaf wrapper, common pairings are port, stout, or a sweet bourbon. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.
What cigars are similar to Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder?
Cigars with a similar build include Eiroa CBT Maduro, CAO Flathead V19 and Punch Gran Puro Nicaragua. They share broadleaf wrapper, full strength, made in Honduras. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.