We here at Havana House have been working away behind the scenes for quite some time now to bring you something truly unique and personal to us… our very own handcrafted Dominican cigar!
Dubbed the Cortesano Origen Toro, this beautifully hand-rolled specimen of luxury is entirely reflective of what Havana House itself stands for: passion, authenticity, excellence, dedication and heart.
Brought to life by our own company director Paresh Patel, the Cortesano is a passion project quite like no other.
Many months of work went into its creation, with Paresh spending significant amounts of time in the Dominican Republic, working closely with master blenders and skilled rollers in the factory.
Rigorous testing was undertaken to ensure only the highest of standards for the cigar that you see before you and many iterations were sampled and refined to deliver the perfect flavour profile.
The end result? The elegance, depth and balance that our discerning customers have come to expect from high-end cigars.
But don’t just take our word for it… we shared the Cortesano with many trusted figures and industry experts in the cigar industry, both in the UK and internationally, and the response was overwhelmingly positive, a true testament to the level of care that went into developing the first-ever Havana House cigar and an assurance of quality if ever there was one.
So, what can you expect from the Cortesano Origen Toro upon your first draw?
Here are the fast facts:
- Hand-rolled in the Dominican Republic
- Featuring a striking Corojo 99 wrapper
- A rich Negro San Andres binder from Mexico, premium, thick and oily tobacco leaf grown in volcanic soil
- A filler blend of Corojo 99, Habano 20/20, Piloto Cubano, Corojo Original and Habano 92
- A smooth and creamy profile with top notes of salted caramel and toasted nuts, with layers of cedar and supple leather as the smoke progresses
- A reliable burn and effortless draw from start to finish
Speaking with palpable pride about his first cigar, Paresh said:
“I am incredibly proud to see our very first blend, the Cortesano Origen Toro, officially enter the market.
This cigar has truly been a labour of love over the past few years and I couldn’t be prouder of what my team and I have achieved together in bringing our vision to life.
From the very beginning, our goal was simple – to create a cigar we would genuinely want to smoke every single day and I’m delighted that we have accomplished exactly that.
The response from both our customers and the UK cigar industry has been nothing short of phenomenal. With this milestone reached, I’m already back to the drawing board, focused on developing the next blend in the Cortesano series.”
Designed specifically to suit both newcomers to the cigar world and experienced smokers alike, you’re sure to appreciate this delightful medium-strength toro, which delivers a complex, nuanced and slow-burning smoking experience each and every time.
With a smoke time of around one hour and 20 minutes, it’s the perfect choice for a relaxing evening with friends or simply enjoying your own peaceful solitude, best enjoyed with a tipple that balances the moderate intensity of the cigar without proving too overpowering.
You want the notes of cream, cedar and nuts to really pop, after all.
Aged rum like Ron Zacapa 23 would work wonders, as would a bourbon to bring out the sweeter flavours of the smoke, with Woodford Reserve and Maker’s Mark both top choices in this regard.
For non-alcoholic options, consider a flat white or cappuccino to soften any spicy tones of the smoke, or something like ginger ale, which has a bit of bite.
However you choose to enjoy the Cortesano Origen Toro, we’d love to hear about it – so drop us a line to let us know your thoughts.
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Cortesano Origin Toro details
- Size: Toro (6” x 52)
- Origin: Dominican Republic
- Strength: Medium
- Wrapper: Corojo 99
- Smoke time: Approx 1 hour 20 minutes
