Selected by Cigar Aficionado 2017 #20 Cigar Of The Year – Rated 92
Macanudo Inspirado Orange cigars from the folks at Macanudo are sure to change the way you think about the brand that was once only known for their ultra-mild cigars. Introduced in Europe in 2014, Macanudo Inspirado Orange has spread like a wildfire, now selling in more than 40 countries worldwide and garnering huge success along the way. Finally available in the U.S. market, this Macanudo with an attitude is sure to take the American market by storm, appealing not only to die-hard Macanudo fans but all lovers of full-flavored, spicy cigars that are just plain different from the usual. Handmade in Honduras, Macanudo Inspirado Orange cigars are rolled using a robust filler blend of Honduran, Dominican and Nicaraguan tobaccos and a Honduran binder. The wrapper is a deep brown Olancho San Agustin leaf from Honduras, a rare but extremely flavorful type of tobacco. Inspirado Orange breaks the mold that Macanudo Cigars have formed over the years. It's new, modern, and bold, ready to satisfy just about anyone daring enough to light it up.
Inspirado Orange Churchill is an impressive cigar, boasting a glistening chocolate brown wrapper leaf and a bright orange band. Masterfully rolled like any other Macanudo, Inspirado Orange Churchill sports an easy draw and a super-sharp burn, providing massive clouds of white, silky smoke from beginning to end. Earthy, crisp, and complex, Inspirado Orange begins with grassy notes and a strong tobacco presence, but soon transitions into a vast array of spicy and sweet flavors. A tangy citrus note hangs in the background and a peppery cherry flavor rolls off the nose on the finish. Overall, a very impressive package that just feels right in every aspect.
Medium-full-bodied and heavy on flavor, Macanudo Inspirado Orange Churchill makes a great cigar for intermediate to heavily experienced connoisseurs. The complexity is huge, but not so much that you need to be a lifetime aficionado to appreciate it. Inspirado Orange is that one cigar you reach for on Saturday night after dinner to kick back with and relax, forgetting all your worries and enjoying life the way it should be enjoyed. It pairs well with bourbon or red wine and shares similar flavor features with CAO OSA Sol, a cigar that utilizes the same Olancho San Agustin wrapper leaf and really should be compared side by side with Inspirado Orange for some interesting notes. Whether you're a long-time fan of Macanudo cigars or just someone that wants the latest and greatest, Macanudo Inspirado Orange cigars are definitely the sticks to reach for.
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