West Tampa Tobacco
Barbershop
West Tampa Tobacco Barbershop is a full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Garmendia Cigars Co.. It pairs Connecticut Broadleaf (USA) wrapper; Nicaraguan (Jalapa) binder; Nicaraguan (Condega Ligero, Esteli Viso, Jalapa Viso, Ometepe Viso) filler. The catalog lists 3 sizes, from 5 × 52 to 6½ × 64.
- Maker
- West Tampa Tobacco
- Wrapper
- Connecticut Broadleaf (USA)
- Binder
- Nicaraguan (Jalapa)
- Filler
- Nicaraguan (Condega Ligero, Esteli Viso, Jalapa Viso, Ometepe Viso)
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- Garmendia Cigars Co.
- Strength
- full
- Sizes
- 3 · 5 × 52 to 6½ × 64
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsWest Tampa Tobacco Barbershop uses a Connecticut Broadleaf (USA) 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
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What does West Tampa Tobacco Barbershop taste like?
West Tampa Tobacco Barbershop uses a Connecticut Broadleaf (USA) 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 West Tampa Tobacco Barbershop?
West Tampa Tobacco Barbershop 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 West Tampa Tobacco Barbershop 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 West Tampa Tobacco Barbershop made?
West Tampa Tobacco Barbershop is made in Nicaragua at Garmendia Cigars Co., according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does West Tampa Tobacco Barbershop use?
West Tampa Tobacco Barbershop uses a Connecticut Broadleaf (USA) wrapper over a Nicaraguan (Jalapa) binder, with Nicaraguan (Condega Ligero, Esteli Viso, Jalapa Viso, Ometepe Viso) filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does West Tampa Tobacco Barbershop come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 3 sizes: Straight Razor (5 × 52), Clippers (6 × 54) and Barber Chair (6½ × 64). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke West Tampa Tobacco Barbershop?
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 West Tampa Tobacco Barbershop?
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 West Tampa Tobacco Barbershop?
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.