Don Tomas has been one of the quieter lines in the General Cigar portfolio, but last year a new blend called the Don Tomas Nicaragua was released to Europe. At this year’s IPCPR Trade Show, the Don Tomas Nicaragua was showcased to the U.S. market.
Although not a Nicaragua puro, the Don Tomas Nicaragua is a Nicaraguan centric blend. It consists of a shade-grown Jalapa wrapper, a Brazilian binder, and a filler blend of Nicaragua tobaccos from a grower who has plantations in Jalapa, Contega, Pueblo, and Esteli. In addition, the filler contains a small amount of Dominican tobacco. The cigar itself is produced at the STG Esteli factory in Nicaragua.
Don Tomas Nicaragua is available in four sizes, packaged in 25 count boxes.
At a glance, here is a look at the Don Tomas Nicaragua:
Blend Profile
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Jalapa Shade-grown
Binder: Brazilian
Filler: Nicaraguan, Dominican
Country of Origin: Nicaraguan (STG Esteli)
Vitolas Available
Rothschild: 4 1/2 x 50 (SRP $4.99)
Robusto: 5 1/2 x 50 (SRP $5.19)
Toro: 6 x 54 (SRP $6.19)
Gigante: 6 x 60 (SRP $6.99)
Photo Credits: General Cigar Company
the cigar was not only launched in the European market but also in Canada. i enjoyed immensely smoking the robusto. it’s certainly a favourite of mine. cheers!