Workhorse
Oscuro
Workhorse Oscuro is a medium-full strength cigar made in Nicaragua. It pairs Oscuro wrapper. It comes in one listed size, 6 × 52.
- Maker
- Workhorse
- Wrapper
- Oscuro
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Strength
- medium-full
- Sizes
- 1 · 6 × 52
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsWorkhorse Oscuro uses an Oscuro wrapper. Oscuro wrappers, the darkest shade, tend toward espresso, dark chocolate and earth. 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: espresso, stout, or an aged rum.
- 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 Workhorse Oscuro taste like?
Workhorse Oscuro uses an Oscuro wrapper. Oscuro wrappers, the darkest shade, tend toward espresso, dark chocolate and earth. 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 Workhorse Oscuro?
Workhorse Oscuro is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
Is Workhorse Oscuro 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 Workhorse Oscuro made?
Workhorse Oscuro is made in Nicaragua, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Workhorse Oscuro use?
Workhorse Oscuro uses an Oscuro wrapper. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Workhorse Oscuro come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 1 size: Toro (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Workhorse Oscuro?
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 Workhorse Oscuro?
With an oscuro wrapper, common pairings are espresso, stout, or an aged rum. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.
What cigars are similar to Workhorse Oscuro?
Cigars with a similar build include My Father La Opulencia, RoMa Craft Wunder|Lust and Southern Draw Kudzu. They share oscuro wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.