BOLIVAR SOBERANO EL 18 (10)
BOLIVAR- Flavor: intense tobacco, with a certain earthiness, woody, very toasted and very roasted, ripe dried fruits, spicy and with a sweet background, which leaves a long aftertaste of leather, coffee, smoked cedar, prune, hazelnut, black pepper and cane honey.
- Strength: strong.
- Very good shot: Mature and silky red color
- layer: .
- Combustion: good.
- Ash: matt charcoal gray streaked with matt dark gray.
- Aroma: aged tobacco, very toasted, very roasted, which leaves hints of coffee, pepper, bitter almond and smoked cedar wood.
Storage Instructions
For the BOLIVAR SOBERANO EL 18 (10) store these Cuban crafted cigars in a quality humidor set to a steady relative humidity of 65 to 70% RH. Aim for a temperature range of 65 to 70ºF (18 to 21ºC) to preserve oils in the wrapper and to keep the draw balanced. If you keep the unopened wooden box inside the humidor the cigars will acclimate evenly and benefit from the Spanish cedar lining. Avoid rapid fluctuations in humidity and temperature by keeping the humidor out of direct sunlight and away from heat sources. Do not refrigerate or freeze these cigars as extreme cold can damage the wrapper and the binder.
Care Tips
Handle the BOLIVAR SOBERANO EL 18 (10) with clean, dry hands and avoid squeezing the cigar to preserve the delicate cappote and wrapper oils. When you remove a cigar from the humidor allow it to rest at room humidity for a short period before cutting. Use a sharp guillotine or a straight punch cut to make a clean opening for an even draw. If you plan to age these robust cigars long term place them in the humidor by box or on a cedar shelf and rotate them occasionally to promote even seasoning. New arrivals will benefit from a short resting period of one to two weeks to fully acclimate. For enthusiasts seeking deeper complexity consider aging from six months to several years depending on taste. Regularly check your hygrometer and top up humidity with distilled water or a controlled solution to maintain a stable environment.
Reviews and Ratings
Official reviews dedicated to the Bolivar Soberano El 18 are limited in the major trade publications such as Cigar Aficionado and Halfwheel. Because detailed coverage is scarce we rely on retailer feedback and tasting notes from aficionados to build a picture of this cigar. Overall impressions emphasize that the Soberano El 18 follows Bolivar’s reputation for bold and full bodied flavor. Common points mentioned by customers include solid construction consistent draws and a flavor profile that leans toward earthy cedar black pepper and dark chocolate. Ratings from independent shoppers tend to be favorable with many noting strong value for a robust short format smoke.
History and Heritage
Bolivar is a storied cigar name honoring Simón Bolívar and long associated with powerful full bodied cigars. The brand traces its roots to classic Cuban cigar making from the early twentieth century and has built a reputation among smokers who prefer intense and richly flavored blends. The Soberano line aims to channel that heritage by focusing on careful leaf selection and firm construction to deliver signature Bolivar intensity in a compact format. The El 18 vitola concentrates those traits into a shorter smoke that highlights spicy and leathery notes while still offering complexity and a satisfying finish.
Tasting Notes
The BOLIVAR SOBERANO EL 18 (10) delivers a commanding, full-bodied profile that will appeal to aficionados who favor intensity and complexity. On the draw it unfurls robust notes of dark cocoa, rich espresso and aged leather, underscored by earthy soil and toasted cedar. Mid-palate offers a lively peppery spice that softens into hints of black cherry and molasses, while a creamy, nutty backbone carries the flavors forward. Aromas are deeply aromatic, warm tobacco leaf, cedar, and a faint floral sweetness, finishing long with a pleasant, savory resonance.
Pairing Suggestions
Aged Caribbean or Venezuelan rum, the caramel, vanilla and oak of a well-aged rum mirror the cigar’s molasses and cocoa notes while tempering its peppery edge, creating a harmonized, luxurious finish. Double espresso or ristretto, intense, roasted coffee highlights the cigar’s espresso and dark cocoa facets and cuts through the cigar’s natural oils, sharpening focus on spicy and bitter-sweet nuances. 70–75% dark chocolate or an aged tawny port, dark chocolate amplifies the cigar’s cocoa and nutty dimensions for a decadent contrast; an aged tawny port brings dried fruit and nutty complexity that complements the cigar’s leather and cedar tones.
Processing & Delivery
Orders are processed within 1–3 business days. Delivery is guaranteed until the shipment reaches destination customs. Lost parcels confirmed by the courier may be reshipped once or refunded. Parcels seized by customs are non-refundable.
Damaged Items & Returns
Any issue must be reported within 7 days of delivery. Returned items must be unused and in original packaging. Return shipping costs are the customer’s responsibility.
Cigars are handmade natural products. Variations in draw, appearance or flavor are normal and not grounds for return.
Refunds
Refunds may be requested within 15 days of delivery in cases of confirmed loss or damage. To ensure a smooth and secure return process, return shipping and handling costs apply. These costs will be deducted from the refund amount where applicable.
If you prefer your order to be reshipped instead of refunded, a standard reshipping and handling fee applies and will be requested prior to shipment.
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