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FFOX Forbidden X Churchill

Feb 8, 2025
~8.8
8.8 8.7

Identity

CompanyTobacconist of Greenwich
BrandRare Finds
LineFuente Fuente Opus X Forbidden X
FactoryTabacalera A. Fuente

Specifications

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Vitola
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MSRP $200

Flavor Profile

This cigar boasts an aromatic blend of dark chocolate and honey with smooth leather and oak nuances, complemented by floral notes and a sweet, spicy finish. Expect an evolving profile that balances rich and inviting flavors throughout the experience.

Flavor Profile Last Updated
Apr 15, 2026 at 12:01 AM

Cold Draw

Cold draw presents intriguing salty notes intertwined with mild sweetness, barnyard hay, and a touch of sourdough.

Salt

Sweetness

Barnyard Hay

Sourdough

First Third

The first third begins with a peppery and leathery introduction, alongside delicate floral and nutty hints.

White Pepper

Leather

Sweetness

Floral

Sourdough

Nutmeg

Second Third

In the second third, the profile deepens significantly with embracing oak wood flavors.

Oak Wood

Final Third

The final third is beautifully rounded out with sweet caramel and spice notes.

Caramel

Spice

Retrohale

Cedar wood adds a fragrant and rich depth to the retrohale.

Cedar Wood

2 Reviews

Jan 20, 2025 Review
8.7

OverviewThis cigar offers a gentle and evolving experience, starting mild with sourdough and floral notes, developing richer oak tones, and finishing with a satisfying medium-bodied mix of sweetness and spice.
Paid$0
AcquiredOct 9, 2024
Acq. Notefrom the 2024 Opus X Event in Connecticut
CutStraight
SmokedJan 20, 2025
Start Time3:22 PM EST
End Time6:16 PM EST
Duration2h 54m
Puff Rate39s

Profile

  • Wrapper: Subtle dark chocolate aroma with barely any detectable odor.
  • Cold Draw: Notes of barnyard hay and a touch of sourdough.
  • First Third: Mild and light-bodied with sourdough aftertaste, a light floral texture reminiscent of lavender, and hints of nutmeg. Retrohale reveals cedar wood notes.
  • Second Third: The profile becomes slightly richer, focusing on the center of the tongue with emerging oakwood flavors.
  • Final Third: Transitions to a medium body with a sweet and savory combination, featuring notes of caramel and a touch of spice.

General Notes

  • wrapper barely has an odor
  • subtle dark chocolate
  • Cold draw is barnyard hay and a bit of sourdough
  • First few puffs give an aftertaste of sourdough
  • Mild and light body so far
  • early into the first third
  • Light floral texture
  • reminds me of lavenders without the odor or taste
  • A little bit of nutmeg in the first third
  • Retrohale has notes of cedar wood
  • One hour and 20 minutes in and I'm finally getting into the second third
  • The profile has become a little more rich towards the center of the tongue
  • Still a very light and mild cigar
  • some notes of Oakwood are beginning to come in
  • final third starts picking up a little bit of spice
  • Final third transitions into a medium body
  • final third has a sweet and savory taste to it
  • a bit of caramel