My Father Le Bijou 1922 Grand Robusto

88 points, Cigar Aficionado

Born with cigar passion, José Pepin Garcia, My Father founder, became a legend. In 2003, his family dream transformed from a Miami factory to the sprawling My Father Cigars complex in Nicaragua, controlling every step of the tobacco journey. Alongside his son Jaime, their expertise crafted countless acclaimed cigars. My Father Cigars, famed for smooth complexity, now offer a taste of their legacy for both beginners and aficionados.

The My Father Le Bijou 1922 series is a blend fit for a king, or at least a king of flavour. Named "Le Bijou" (French for "the jewel") and created in honour of Pepin Garcia's father, born in 1922, this cigar is a tribute to both family and exceptional tobacco. Beautifully draped in a double Oscuro wrapper, an unusual classification that serves more of an in-house grade ascribed by My Father Cigars than it is an official industrial term, but the dark tobacco sets the tone for this strong cigar.

This cigar boasts a gleaming almost lacquered wrapper. The initial draw reveals herbal notes reminiscent of dried bay leaf, followed by a spicy rush of cumin, salt and black pepper. As you smoke, a touch of sweetness emerges with a toffee note, balancing its boldness.

Format: Grand Robusto

Size: 5⅝” x 55RG

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Enjoyment time: 45mins