Espinosa Habano No. 8 Gordo is a 6 1/8 x 58 premium cigar handmade at the La Zona factory in Estelí, Nicaragua. Also known as the No. 8 Trabuco, this large-ring-gauge cigar features an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper over Nicaraguan binder and long-filler tobaccos. It belongs to the Espinosa Habano collection developed by Erik Espinosa.
Espinosa Habano No. 8 Gordo offers a medium to medium-full smoking experience. Its documented flavor profile includes creamy milk chocolate, spice, coffee, vanilla, and citrus. The No. 8 received 91 points from Cigar Aficionado in its November 2016 review. Its 58 ring gauge distinguishes it from the smaller No. 4 Robusto and No. 5 Toro.
Espinosa Habano No. 8 Gordo Cigar Details
• Size: 6 1/8 x 58
• Shape: Gordo (Trabuco)
• Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano
• Binder: Nicaraguan
• Filler: Nicaraguan
• Origin: Nicaragua
• Strength: Medium
• Construction: Handmade, Long Filler
• Factory: La Zona, Estelí
• Manufacturer: Espinosa Cigars
• Standard Packaging: Box of 20
• Cigar Aficionado Rating: 91 Points (November 2016)
What is the flavor profile of Espinosa Habano No. 8 Gordo?
Cigar Aficionado describes creamy milk chocolate and spice in this exact vitola. Other published descriptions identify coffee, vanilla, citrus, and pepper. These are natural tobacco tasting notes, not added flavorings.
What size is Espinosa Habano No. 8 Gordo?
The No. 8 measures 6 1/8 inches long with a 58 ring gauge. It is also sold under the Trabuco name.
What wrapper does Espinosa Habano No. 8 Gordo use?
It features an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper paired with Nicaraguan binder and filler tobaccos.
How strong is Espinosa Habano No. 8 Gordo?
Cigar Aficionado classifies this exact vitola as medium strength. Some retailers classify it as medium-full.
Where is Espinosa Habano No. 8 Gordo made?
It is handmade at Espinosa's La Zona factory in Estelí, Nicaragua.
Is Espinosa Habano No. 8 a Gordo or a Torpedo?
The No. 8 Trabuco is commonly categorized as a Gordo. Its documented dimensions are 6 1/8 x 58.
What rating did Espinosa Habano No. 8 receive?
Cigar Aficionado awarded the No. 8 91 points in its November 2016 review.
How does the No. 8 compare with Espinosa Habano No. 5?
The No. 8 measures 6 1/8 x 58, while the No. 5 Toro measures 6 x 52. Both use an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper with Nicaraguan binder and filler tobaccos.
How is Espinosa Habano No. 8 Gordo packaged?
The standard manufacturer packaging is a box of 20 cigars. Check the selected purchase option for the quantity included in your order.
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