Davidoff · Nicaragua
New WorldExperiencedDavidoff Nicaragua Toro
An all-Nicaraguan puro from Davidoff — a 5.5 x 54 toro with a 10-year-aged Habano Rosado wrapper, espresso, pepper and dark chocolate.
The short answer
The Davidoff Nicaragua Toro is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Nicaragua toro with a Nicaraguan Habano Rosado wrapper. Expect espresso, black pepper, and dark chocolate. Critics rate it 95/100.
Flavor profile
Roast · Spice · Sweet · Earthy
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2013
95/100
Scores as published by each reviewer. Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings; we don't score cigars ourselves.
The verdict
The Davidoff Nicaragua Toro is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from Davidoff's Nicaragua line. It's a Nicaragua (New World) toro wrapped in Nicaraguan Habano Rosado at 5.5 in × 54.
On the palate, expect espresso, black pepper, and dark chocolate, leaning roast. Plan on roughly 65 minutes from light to nub.
It's well regarded: Cigar Aficionado rated it 95/100 in 2013. It pairs naturally with espresso, bourbon, and aged rum. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
When Davidoff went to Nicaragua, it didn't do things halfway: this is a full Nicaraguan puro wrapped in a Habano Rosado leaf that was aged for a decade before being rolled. The Toro, at 5½ by 54, is the heart of the line and a real departure from Davidoff's elegant Dominican classics.
What it tastes like
This is bold, characterful Nicaraguan tobacco refined by Davidoff's blending. Expect espresso, black pepper, dark chocolate, cedar, and an earthy core, all delivered with more polish than most Nicaraguan puros of this strength. It sits at medium-to-full, with the long-aged wrapper adding a smooth, sweet-spice edge that keeps the power in check.
Who it's for
This is one for experienced smokers who love Nicaraguan body and want to taste what Davidoff does outside its comfort zone. It's an after-dinner cigar that stands up to a bourbon or an aged rum.
To understand how this tobacco differs from the brand's Dominican smokes and from Cuban leaf, see our Cuban vs Nicaraguan guide. If you like the size, the box-pressed Davidoff Nicaragua Diadema is a striking figurado on the same blend, and the Davidoff Nicaragua Robusto is the shorter option. Log it in the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Davidoff Nicaragua Toro — frequently asked
- Is the Davidoff Nicaragua Toro a good cigar for beginners?
- Ease into it. The fuller body can be a lot for a first-timer, so it's better once you've built up a little tolerance.
- How strong is the Davidoff Nicaragua Toro?
- The Davidoff Nicaragua Toro is Medium-Full-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 Davidoff Nicaragua Toro taste like?
- Expect espresso, black pepper, and dark chocolate, leaning roast. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What is the Davidoff Nicaragua Toro's rating?
- Published critic scores: Cigar Aficionado 95/100 (2013). Casa DNC aggregates third-party ratings and doesn't score cigars itself.
- What pairs well with the Davidoff Nicaragua Toro?
- It pairs well with espresso, bourbon, and aged rum. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium-full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Davidoff Nicaragua Toro?
- Plan on about 65 minutes for the toro — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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