Description
The Gordo Habano 7x60 is a robust, hand-rolled cigar, renowned for its large ring gauge and rich flavor. It features a Habano wrapper, which enhances the overall smoking experience with a spicier, more robust profile. Below are the key technical details:
1. Size and Shape
- Length: 7 inches (178mm)
- Ring Gauge: 60 (approx. 23.8mm in diameter) – The Gordo size is much thicker than the typical cigar, offering a longer smoking time and a more pronounced flavor.
- Shape: Gordo – A large, round, and thick cigar that tends to offer a cooler, slower burn due to its diameter, giving the smoker a longer and richer smoking experience.
2. Wrapper
- Type: Habano wrapper, typically grown in countries like Nicaragua, Honduras, or Ecuador. The Habano wrapper is known for its spiciness and intensity, with a slightly reddish hue and a smooth texture.
- Flavor Profile: The Habano wrapper imparts a medium to full-bodied flavor with spicy, earthy, and sometimes sweet notes. It offers a more complex and pronounced smoking experience compared to lighter wrappers like Connecticut Shade.
3. Filler
- The filler of the Gordo Habano 7x60 is generally composed of premium Nicaraguan tobaccos, often with some Dominican tobaccos mixed in. These tobaccos are known for their bold, spicy flavor and full-bodied profile.
- Flavor Profile: Expect a rich, spicy flavor profile with earthy undertones, hints of coffee, leather, and sometimes even a bit of cocoa or dark chocolate, adding complexity to the smoke.
4. Binder
- The binder is usually made from Nicaraguan tobacco, which supports the filler and contributes to the overall flavor profile, often adding a slight bitterness or sweetness depending on the tobacco used.
5. Construction
- Hand-Rolled: As with most premium cigars, the Gordo Habano 7x60 is hand-rolled by skilled artisans, ensuring an even, consistent draw and a smooth smoking experience.
- The larger ring gauge requires a precise rolling technique to maintain the proper air flow and burn rate, which skilled cigar rollers in regions like Nicaragua have mastered.
6. Tobacco Aging
- The tobaccos used in the Gordo Habano are aged to ensure a balanced, smooth flavor profile. The aging process helps to develop more complex flavors while softening any harshness that may come from younger tobaccos.
7. Smoking Experience
- Draw: The larger ring gauge (60) allows for an easier draw, with a cooler and more abundant smoke. This size produces a rich and voluminous smoke, making it a preferred choice for those who enjoy a full-bodied experience.
- Burn: The thicker size generally burns slower and cooler, allowing for a longer smoking session. The cigar should burn evenly, but a larger cigar can sometimes require more attention for optimal burn.
- Flavor: The Gordo Habano 7x60 offers a medium to full-bodied smoking experience with bold, spicy, earthy flavors complemented by hints of leather, coffee, and cocoa. It provides a deep, complex, and satisfying smoke, especially for those who appreciate a stronger cigar.
8. Location of Production
- Ybor City, Tampa: Known as the cigar capital of the U.S., Ybor City has a deep history of cigar production. The skilled craftsmanship and high-quality Nicaraguan tobacco used in these cigars reflect the area's long-standing cigar-making tradition.
9. Price Point
- The Gordo Habano 7x60 is typically priced in the mid to premium range, making it accessible to cigar enthusiasts who enjoy a longer, fuller smoking experience. The price varies depending on the brand and the specific quality of the tobacco used.
This cigar is great for someone looking for a large, bold smoke that will provide a satisfying and complex flavor profile throughout the experience. Let me know if you'd like any further details!