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La Flor Dominicana (LFD) Double Ligero Chisel Maduro

Have a Cigar: La Flor Dominicana Double Ligero Chisel Maduro

Chris Khatsch4 Comments

Name: La Flor Dominicana Double Ligero Chisel Maduro

Country: Dominican Republic

Shape: Figurado Chisel

Size: (6 inches x 54)

Strength: Full

A strong, slow-burning, affordable cigar that I like to smoke frequently. Since it is a strong one, it is not a morning cigar and also not a late-night cigar. The best time to smoke an LFD Double Ligero Chisel Maduro is in the afternoon or in the evening. It goes well with drinks like peated whiskies, dark rums, and gold tequilas.

Moreover, I’d add that pairing Ernest Hemingway books with full-strength cigars like this one has been a fun experience for me. I should do it more often. I’m starting to like pairing cigars with books as well, not just with drinks.

El Septimo Sacred Arts Raphael at Whisky Live Beirut 2022

Have a Cigar: El Septimo Sacred Arts Raphael

Chris Khatsch1 Comment

Name: El Septimo Sacred Arts Raphael

Country: Costa Rica

Shape: Parejo

Size: Toro (6 inches x 50)

Strength: Medium to Full

I fell in love with El Septimo’s Sacred Arts collection from the moment I smoked the one called Salvador Dali. But then I smoked the Botticelli, and I was impressed by it even more. And then, when I tried the Raphael, I could only say, Chapeau bas!

The Sacred Arts collection is nothing short of amazing.

As for the one called Raphael, I smoked it at Whisky Live Beirut 2022, and it paired well with Chivas Regal 18.

Great smoke.

LFD Capitulo II Cigar Review

Have a Cigar: La Flor Dominicana Capitulo II

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Name: La Flor Dominicana Capitulo II

Country: Dominican Republic

Size: (6 1/2 inches x 58)

Strength: Full

The Capitulo II is a full-bodied cigar that burns slowly and produces a lot of smoke.

I got notes of dried figs, leather, black pepper, and mild hints of oak. I paired it with vodka and sparkling water, but I feel Cognac or brandy would have been a better choice.

Overall, I think the Capitulo II is a cigar made to be smoked casually in cigar lounges. It’s strong, and it’s big enough to keep you company for a very long time.