Viva Republica
Art of War
Viva Republica Art of War is a cigar made in Dominican Republic at E. León Jimenes Tabacalera. It pairs Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper; Ecuadorian Sumatra binder; Colombia, Dominican Republic & Nicaragua filler. The catalog lists 4 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 6 × 58.
- Maker
- Viva Republica
- Wrapper
- Connecticut Broadleaf
- Binder
- Ecuadorian Sumatra
- Filler
- Colombia, Dominican Republic & Nicaragua
- Country
- Dominican Republic
- Factory
- E. León Jimenes Tabacalera
- Sizes
- 4 · 5 × 50 to 6 × 58
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsViva Republica Art of War uses a Connecticut 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.
- 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
4 in the catalogWhat to try next
matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factoryViva Republica Art of War questions
What does Viva Republica Art of War taste like?
Viva Republica Art of War uses a Connecticut 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.
Where is Viva Republica Art of War made?
Viva Republica Art of War is made in Dominican Republic at E. León Jimenes Tabacalera, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Viva Republica Art of War use?
Viva Republica Art of War uses a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper over an Ecuadorian Sumatra binder, with Colombia, Dominican Republic & Nicaragua filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Viva Republica Art of War come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 4 sizes: Corona Gorda (6 × 47), Robusto (5 × 50), Toro (5½ × 54) and Gran Toro (6 × 58). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Viva Republica Art of War?
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 Viva Republica Art of War?
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 Viva Republica Art of War?
Cigars with a similar build include Arturo Fuente Añejo, Diamond Crown Maduro and Ashton Aged Maduro. They share broadleaf wrapper, full strength, made in Dominican Republic. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.