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Arturo Fuente

Gran Reserva 8-5-8

Dec 12, 2024
6.6

Identity

CompanyA. Fuente & Company
BrandArturo Fuente
LineGran Reserva
FactoryTabacalera A. Fuente

Specifications

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Shape
Category
Vitola
Custom
Length
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Tobacco

Origin
Wrapper
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Other

MSRP $8

Flavor Profile

Inviting blend of barnyard, chocolate, and coffee with a peppery finish.

Flavor Profile Last Updated
Apr 15, 2026 at 12:00 AM

Wrapper Scent

Pleasant wrapper scents of hay and chocolate create an inviting aroma.

Barnyard Hay

Dark Chocolate

Cocoa

Nut

Foot Scent

Foot scent is dominated by rich coffee notes.

Coffee

Cold Draw

Cold draw presents a subtle hint of berry delight.

Berry

First Third

The first third starts with a bold white pepper presence.

White Pepper

Second Third

The second third deepens with white pepper and baking spices.

White Pepper

Baking Spice

Final Third

The final third concludes with a spicy and slightly sweet finish.

White Pepper

Baking Spice

Liquorice

1 Reviews

Dec 12, 2024 Review
6.6

Paid$9
AcquiredDec 12, 2024
CutStraight
SmokedDec 12, 2024
Start Time3:46 PM EST
End Time5:12 PM EST
Duration1h 26m
LocationBlend Cigar Lounge
AddressIndianapolis

General Notes

  • Smoking while I work
  • wrapper smells of barnyard hay
  • chocolate cocoa
  • the cap had a bit of a nutty smell
  • sniffing the foot reveals coffee beans as a scent
  • cold draw has a bit of a faint berry taste
  • initial draw gives white pepper
  • The second and final third continue the white pepper baking spice theme
  • but with just a slight more richness to it
  • the final third has a subtle licorice taste to it
  • Never needed to touch up the cigar
  • held an even burn the entire time
  • Good smoke for the price point