Gurkha Pan American XO cigars are somewhat Kaizad Hansotia’s way of paying tribute to early America when railway travel was common and times were simpler. The packaging is quite appealing, with the box resembling a vintage trunk used for steamship travel in the early 1900s. Regardless of what the mad scientist was thinking when he named this blend, it is one heck of a cigar. Produced down in Nicaragua using Nicaraguan filler and binder tobaccos and a gleaming Ecuador Connecticut wrapper leaf, Pan American is a mild-medium connoisseur-level cigar made to impress discriminating fans of milder cigars that stay flavorful and complex while smoking easy and cool. Pan American is quite classic, in fact, in that it does not put much emphasis on raw strength, but rather the intricate blending skills of Mr. Hansotia and the folks at Gurkha are clearly displayed in a well-balanced, easy-smoking package.
The blue and silver bands are a beautiful compliment to the golden brown wrapper leaf seamlessly rolled over Gurkha Pan American. Firmly packed and offering a solid draw, Pan American smokes cool and mellow, allowing the delicate flavor profile to truly shine. Pan American starts off with a woody note, somewhat like that of oak, and soon turns earthy as things get underway. The smoke never reaches the heavier part of medium-bodied as the creamy, nutty goodness flows over the palate. Subtle notes of cinnamon and black cherry float around in the background, along with a hint of spice and sweetness on the smooth finish.
Gurkha Pan American is an excellent beginner’s cigar, as it smokes incredibly easy and never gets hot or harsh. The flavor profile, while somewhat complex, is nothing over the top and can definitely be very pleasant for someone new to the cigar game. Connoisseurs will appreciate this luxury stick as well, as it is deliciously creamy and easy to pair with white wine or champagne. Pan American XO is the infamous 6 x 60 gordo size that seems to be all the rage these days among those who want fat, slow-burning stogies. Fans of Gurkha Beauty, Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real, or even Montecristo Classic will likely come to be quite impressed with Pan American, as the sweet and delicate flavor notes are very similar across the board. The good people at Gurkha Cigars continue to offer new top-notch sticks at affordable prices every year, and Pan American XO is one more hit to add to the list. Pick up a couple today and take a vintage train ride to cigar dream land! All aboard!
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