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Southern Draw

Jacob's Ladder Brimstone

Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder Brimstone is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at AJ Fernandez Cigar Co.. It pairs USA Broadleaf wrapper; USA Broadleaf binder; Nicaraguan & Dominican Triple Ligero filler. The catalog lists 3 sizes, from 6 × 56 to 9 × 48.

Maker
Southern Draw
Wrapper
USA Broadleaf
Binder
USA Broadleaf
Filler
Nicaraguan & Dominican Triple Ligero
Country
Nicaragua
Factory
AJ Fernandez Cigar Co.
Strength
full
Sizes
3 · 6 × 56 to 9 × 48

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

What it tastes like

what the wrapper usually brings

Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder Brimstone uses an USA 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

3 in the catalog

What to try next

matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factory

Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder Brimstone questions

What does Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder Brimstone taste like?

Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder Brimstone uses an USA 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 Brimstone?

Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder Brimstone 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 Brimstone 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 Brimstone made?

Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder Brimstone is made in Nicaragua at AJ Fernandez Cigar Co., according to manufacturer and trade sources.

What wrapper does Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder Brimstone use?

Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder Brimstone uses an USA Broadleaf wrapper over an USA Broadleaf binder, with Nicaraguan & Dominican Triple Ligero filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.

What sizes does Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder Brimstone come in?

The CigarMind catalog lists 3 sizes: Presidente (9 × 48), Perfecto (6 × 56) and Gordo (6 × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.

How long does it take to smoke Southern Draw Jacob's Ladder Brimstone?

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 Brimstone?

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 Brimstone?

Cigars with a similar build include RoMa Craft CroMagnon, 601 by Espinosa La Bomba Warhead and Tatuaje Reserva Broadleaf. They share broadleaf wrapper, full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.