Southern Draw
Jacobs Ladder
Southern Draw Jacobs Ladder is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at AJ Fernandez Cigar Co. (Esteli. It pairs USA Pennsylvania Broadleaf (Maduro) wrapper; USA Maduro binder; Nicaraguan (Jalapa and Esteli Ligero) filler. The catalog lists 6 sizes, from 5 × 58 to 7½ × 40.
- Maker
- Southern Draw
- Wrapper
- USA Pennsylvania Broadleaf (Maduro)
- Binder
- USA Maduro
- Filler
- Nicaraguan (Jalapa and Esteli Ligero)
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- AJ Fernandez Cigar Co. (Esteli
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 6 · 5 × 58 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 Jacobs Ladder uses an USA Pennsylvania Broadleaf (Maduro) 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
6 in the catalogWhat to try next
matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factorySouthern Draw Jacobs Ladder questions
What does Southern Draw Jacobs Ladder taste like?
Southern Draw Jacobs Ladder uses an USA Pennsylvania Broadleaf (Maduro) 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 Jacobs Ladder?
Southern Draw Jacobs 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 Jacobs 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 Jacobs Ladder made?
Southern Draw Jacobs Ladder is made in Nicaragua at AJ Fernandez Cigar Co. (Esteli, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Southern Draw Jacobs Ladder use?
Southern Draw Jacobs Ladder uses an USA Pennsylvania Broadleaf (Maduro) wrapper over an USA Maduro binder, with Nicaraguan (Jalapa and Esteli Ligero) filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Southern Draw Jacobs Ladder come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 6 sizes: Lancero (7½ × 40), Toro (6 × 52), Robusto (5½ × 54), Perfecto (6 x 56) (6 × 56), Perfecto (5 x 58) (5 × 58) and Gordo (6½ × 60). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Southern Draw Jacobs 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 Jacobs 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 Jacobs Ladder?
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.