Description
BOLIVAR COFRADIA
SIZES
- Churchill (7 1/2 x 54)
- Toro (6 x 54)
- Robusto (5 x 54)
BLEND
- W: Ecuadorian Sumatra
- B: Connecticut Broadleaf
- F: Nicaragua
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**First Impressions:**
The Bolívar Cofradía greets you with a rugged, rustic look—a dark, slightly toothy wrapper with visible seams and a hefty weight in the hand. Pre-light, it smells like a Cuban tobacco barn: earth, leather, and a touch of barnyard funk (in the best way possible). The triple cap is clean, and the cold draw offers a punch of black pepper and dark cocoa.
**Burn & Draw:**
– **Burn:** Slightly uneven in the first inch but quickly evens out—no relights needed.
– **Draw:** Firm but not tight, delivering thick, chewy smoke with every puff.
– **Ash:** Holds strong, salt-and-pepper gray, dropping on its own around the halfway point.
**Flavor Journey:**
– **First Third:** **Bold**—black pepper, dark roast coffee, and a deep earthiness. Retrohale brings a spicy kick.
– **Second Third:** The pepper mellows slightly, revealing leather, bittersweet chocolate, and a faint dried fruit sweetness (think fig or date).
– **Final Third:** Smoky, woody, and slightly mineral—like a well-aged Nicaraguan puro. The strength ramps up, but the flavors stay balanced.
**Strength:**
**Full-bodied, full-strength.** Not for beginners—this is a cigar that demands attention. The nicotine builds steadily, so pair it with a meal or a sweet drink if you’re sensitive.
**Pairing Suggestions:**
– **Drink:** Añejo tequila (like Don Julio 1942), a stout beer (Guinness Foreign Extra), or Cuban coffee.
– **Food:** Dark chocolate or a charred ribeye.
**Final Thoughts:**
The Bolívar Cofradía doesn’t mess around—it’s a powerhouse with depth, complexity, and a no-nonsense attitude. If you love Nicaraguan cigars with Cuban-inspired boldness, this is a must-try. **One of the best “sleeper” smokes of the year.**
**Would I buy it again?** Without hesitation—this is a box-worthy cigar for fans of strong, flavorful smokes.
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**Size Smoked:** Robusto (5 x 50)
**Pairing:** El Tesoro Añejo Tequila
**Smoked On:** A cool evening, post-dinner
Final Rating: 9.3/10 (Near-perfect, just needs a touch more refinement in burn consistency.)