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Izambar Athenaeum

Athenaeum (or Athenæum) comes from Latin, itself derived from Greek Athênaion, a place dedicated to Athéna, the Greek goddess of wisdom.

Historically, an athenaeum was a place of study, knowledge and culture: a library, literary circle, academy or learned society.
Today, the term generally evokes a cultural or intellectual club, often linked to the arts, literature or sciences. In essence, the Athenaeum is a place devoted to knowledge and culture.

This is the invitation extended to us by this new vintage of’Izambar to enter a circle - the circle of those who taste and share the culture of taste around this cigar.

In terms of terroir, this cigar takes us on a journey. A subtle Nicaraguan blend supported by an Indonesian leaf, all draped in a beautiful Mexican San Andrés wrapper that adds a fine finish and the aromatic touch specific to this region.

Tasting note

Right from the start, the Athenaeum de Izambar sets the tone with beautiful notes of raw dark chocolate. On lighting, the smoke unfurls smoothly and gently, enveloping the palate in an immediately pleasant roundness. The first puffs reveal aromas of creamy, lightly toasted coffee, setting the scene for a warm, mouth-watering finish.

The tasting then gains in character, with a more pronounced bitterness reminiscent of an Italian espresso. In retro-olfaction, an aromatic hint of thyme adds freshness and complexity, before giving way to a comforting nose of warm hay. Gradually, the aromas become rounder and creamier, and the smoke retains a supple, comfortable texture.

The airy, very pleasant draw accompanies this development without ever restricting the tasting experience. The result is a well-balanced cigar, accessible in both its strength and its aromatic expression. The Athenaeum is a cigar for occasional smokers, while offering enough nuance to hold the attention of the most discerning connoisseurs - a cigar for sharing, true to the spirit of the circle it evokes.

Pairing

An unexpected twist with Mexican and Indonesian tobaccos that will go perfectly with a strong espresso.

The cigar anecdote

Athenaeum (or Athenæum) comes from the Latin, itself derived from the Greek Athênaion, which designated a place dedicated to Athena, the Greek goddess of wisdom.



Izambar

"Isambard Kingdom Brunel was instrumental in the construction of the tunnel under the Thames in London (the first tunnel to pass under a river).

Izambar takes its name from this great visionary of the early 19th century, and gives pride of place to his Victorian-era world. Each of the brand's cigars proudly sports a large, colourful ring adorned with mechanical gears.

A passionate lover of fine smokes for years, and a lifelong graphic designer and interior architect, Edmond teamed up with Antonio and together they launched the brand's first cigar in 2016 after more than a year of back and forth with Nicaragua. It's a double robusto with gourmet dimensions. Its name - Izambar Kingdom.

Today, the brand has expanded to include a range of modules (gordo, perfecto, double corona, etc.) which we are delighted to share with you.

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