My Father · Le Bijou 1922
New WorldExperiencedMy Father Le Bijou 1922 Toro
The 6 x 52 Toro of the García family's Le Bijou 1922 — a dark, oily Habano Oscuro puro with cocoa, espresso and pepper. Part of a Cigar of the Year line.
The short answer
The My Father Le Bijou 1922 Toro is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Nicaragua toro with a Nicaraguan Habano Oscuro (Pelo de Oro) wrapper. Expect cocoa, espresso, and black pepper.
Flavor profile
Sweet · Roast · Spice · Earthy
The verdict
The My Father Le Bijou 1922 Toro is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from My Father's Le Bijou 1922 line. It's a Nicaragua (New World) toro wrapped in Nicaraguan Habano Oscuro (Pelo de Oro) at 6 in × 52.
On the palate, expect cocoa, espresso, and black pepper, leaning sweet. Plan on roughly 70 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with espresso, aged rum, and bourbon. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
Le Bijou means "the jewel," and 1922 marks the birth year of Pepín García's father — the same kind of tribute Jaime paid to Pepín with the original My Father line. The Toro, at 6 x 52, is the size most people reach for, dressed in a dark, oily Nicaraguan Habano Oscuro wrapper (the rare Pelo de Oro varietal) over an all-Nicaraguan core.
What it tastes like
This is a richer, darker smoke than the rosado-wrapped My Father originals. Expect deep cocoa and espresso up front, a firm black-pepper spice, and notes of cedar and earth underneath. It's a true García blend, so the spice is prominent but balanced, landing solidly at medium-full. Construction is excellent — slow, even burn and a draw that's dialed in. The line earned serious acclaim, with the box-pressed Torpedo named Cigar Aficionado's 2015 Cigar of the Year.
Who it's for
The fuller body and darker flavors make this best for smokers with some experience who want depth without going full-strength. If you like this oscuro profile, our Maduro vs Connecticut guide explains why dark wrappers smoke the way they do, and as a Nicaraguan puro it's a natural for our Cuban vs Nicaraguan comparison.
Save it for an unhurried evening with an espresso or bourbon, then log and rate it in the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
My Father Le Bijou 1922 Toro — frequently asked
- Is the My Father Le Bijou 1922 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 My Father Le Bijou 1922 Toro?
- The My Father Le Bijou 1922 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 My Father Le Bijou 1922 Toro taste like?
- Expect cocoa, espresso, and black pepper, leaning sweet. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the My Father Le Bijou 1922 Toro?
- It pairs well with espresso, aged rum, and bourbon. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium-full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the My Father Le Bijou 1922 Toro?
- Plan on about 70 minutes for the toro — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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