Nicaragua is known as the land of Lakes and Volcanoes but it is also the land that produces some of the finest quality cigars in the world.
Nicaragua is the largest cigar-producing country in the world and the Central American country is home for notable cigar brands such as Joya, Padron and Olivas. The Nicaraguan cigars are excellent due to the wide variety of tobacco grown in the country.
What do Nicaraguan cigars taste like?
The earthy and full-bodied cigars are a trademark of Nicaraguan tobacco. The strength of the Nicaraguan tobacco makes the cigars popular. You will get full-flavored and full-bodied cigars here. They have rich and earthy spices with notes of leather, espresso beans, cayenne and dark chocolate.
Are Nicaraguan cigars as good as Cuban cigars?
The tobacco grown in the region is known for being much sweeter than the Cuban plant and many people prefer Nicaraguan cigars. It really is a matter of personal taste.
The Nicaragua Cigar Festival
The Nicaraguan Cigar Festival “Puro Sabor” is a gathering of Cigar lovers and enthusiasts from around the world to enjoy the best Cigars in the world, and experience Nicaragua’s rich heritage and culture. The festival is centered around the production hub of Esteli and includes factory tours, plantation visits and of course “Roll Your Own” and “Tasting” opportunities.
Esteli is not the only place where you can visit a Cigar factory in Nicaragua and a “puro” experience can be included in any trip to Nicaragua, where you can immerse yourself as much or as little as you like in the “smoking lounge”.
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