My Father Cigars The Great Offer

Visually, this is a very attractive cigar. Wrapped in a magnificent, supple, ocher-tinged Colorado wrapper, it proudly displays a colourful double band. Its head, finished with a pigtail, is very well made and will remain perfectly in place when cut.

Tasting notes

Enough about the ring, let's get down to business and seal the deal on this offer from the Garcia family.

When smoked, black pepper, chocolate and a hint of warm, earthy notes are immediately detectable. Already pleasant and appealing, this cigar promises a rich and flavourful tasting experience.

The first few puffs reveal beautiful notes of espresso, followed by a generous dose of creamy caramel sweetness.

The smoke is particularly full-bodied for a lancero, and the draw offers slight resistance. Here, one can clearly sense the multi-generational expertise of the family, whose founder, Jose 'Pepin' Garcia, began rolling cigars at the age of eleven.

The second third does not bring any major changes, the notes remain smooth and oscillate between a slight white pepper and roasted coffee notes. The smoke is pleasantly round and voluptuous.

The time has come to remove the large double ring. We take one last look at the ash before setting it down. Its outer layer is fluffy and light, while its centre remains compact. The burn line is clean, and throughout our entire experiment, no touch-ups will be necessary.

The finish of this "My Father Cigars La Gran Oferta" is consistent with the rest of the cigar. Smooth and rounded with a hint of nuts. By smoking it slowly, it is easy to maintain a pleasant temperature that allows you to enjoy it right down to the last puff.

Pairing

A coffee or black tea is the perfect accompaniment to this cigar. Add a square of chocolate for a touch of indulgence and you will be completely satisfied.

If you feel like pairing it with alcohol, choose Armagnac over whisky, which could be too strong for the cigar.

The cigar anecdote

The band refers to the cigars produced by "Tabacalera La Gran Oferta" in early 20th century Cuba, which was renowned for its elegant band style.