Arturo Fuente · Hemingway
New WorldEverydayArturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story
A tiny, tapered Cameroon perfecto that punches far above its size — the cult favorite of the Hemingway line and a perfect 30-minute smoke.
The short answer
The Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story is a balanced, medium-bodied smoke — a Dominican Republic perfecto with a Cameroon wrapper. Expect cedar, toasted nuts, and cinnamon.
Flavor profile
Earthy · Roast · Spice · Sweet
The verdict
The Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story is a balanced, medium-bodied smoke from Arturo Fuente's Hemingway line. It's a Dominican Republic (New World) perfecto wrapped in Cameroon at 4 in × 49.
On the palate, expect cedar, toasted nuts, and cinnamon, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 45 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with espresso, bourbon, and coffee break. If you're newer to cigars, this is a safe, enjoyable pick.
Few small cigars have a following like the Hemingway Short Story. It's a stubby, double-tapered perfecto — barely four inches — but the flavor it delivers is the reason it sells out at shops constantly.
What it tastes like
The Cameroon wrapper is the star here: a little toothy, faintly sweet, with that signature cedar-and-toasted-nut character and a dusting of cinnamon spice. It's a balanced medium-bodied smoke, never harsh, with just enough complexity to keep you interested for the whole 30 to 45 minutes. The pointed foot starts things narrow and focused before opening up.
Who it's for
This is a fantastic everyday cigar and an easy introduction to figurado (shaped) cigars. It's approachable enough for a newer smoker who's past the mildest sticks, yet refined enough that veterans keep a box around for when they don't have an hour to spare. If you like this leaf, the larger Hemingway Signature is the same blend with more time to develop.
Cameroon sits in an interesting place between mild Connecticut and dark Maduro — our Maduro vs Connecticut guide explains the wrapper spectrum. New to perfectos? See how to cut a cigar, since the tapered head needs a careful clip. Log your first one in your humidor with the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story — frequently asked
- Is the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story a good cigar for beginners?
- It's a good next step. Medium-bodied cigars are fine once you've enjoyed a few milder ones and want more flavor and depth.
- How strong is the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story?
- The Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story is Medium-bodied. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story taste like?
- Expect cedar, toasted nuts, and cinnamon, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story?
- It pairs well with espresso, bourbon, and coffee break. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Arturo Fuente Hemingway Short Story?
- Plan on about 45 minutes for the perfecto — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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