West Tampa Tobacco
Dark Time
West Tampa Tobacco Dark Time is a medium-full strength cigar made in Nicaragua. It pairs Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper; Ecuadorian Sumatra binder; Dominican, Nicaraguan filler. It comes in one listed size, 6 × 54.
- Maker
- West Tampa Tobacco
- Wrapper
- Connecticut Broadleaf
- Binder
- Ecuadorian Sumatra
- Filler
- Dominican, Nicaraguan
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Strength
- medium-full
- Sizes
- 1 · 6 × 54
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 Dark Time 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.
- When: Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
- 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 Dark Time taste like?
West Tampa Tobacco Dark Time 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.
How strong is West Tampa Tobacco Dark Time?
West Tampa Tobacco Dark Time is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
Is West Tampa Tobacco Dark Time 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 Dark Time made?
West Tampa Tobacco Dark Time is made in Nicaragua, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does West Tampa Tobacco Dark Time use?
West Tampa Tobacco Dark Time uses a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper over an Ecuadorian Sumatra binder, with Dominican, Nicaraguan filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does West Tampa Tobacco Dark Time come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: Toro (6 × 54). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke West Tampa Tobacco Dark Time?
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 Dark Time?
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 Dark Time?
Cigars with a similar build include CAO Flathead, Tatuaje TAA Exclusive Series and Luciano Maria Lucia. They share broadleaf wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.