Plasencia · Alma del Campo
New WorldExperiencedPlasencia Alma del Campo Guajiro
The 5.5 x 54 Double Robusto in Plasencia's Alma del Campo line — an estate-grown Nicaraguan puro with sweet tobacco, nutty coffee and a creamy finish.
The short answer
The Plasencia Alma del Campo Guajiro is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Nicaragua double robusto with a Nicaraguan wrapper. Expect sweet tobacco, nutty coffee, and cream.
Flavor profile
Sweet · Roast · Creamy · Earthy · Fruity
The verdict
The Plasencia Alma del Campo Guajiro is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from Plasencia's Alma del Campo line. It's a Nicaragua (New World) double robusto wrapped in Nicaraguan at 5.5 in × 54.
On the palate, expect sweet tobacco, nutty coffee, and cream, leaning sweet. Plan on roughly 65 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with coffee, aged rum, and porter. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The Guajiro is the thicker, slightly longer Robusto in the Alma del Campo line — a 5.5 x 54 Double Robusto. Like the rest of the series it's a Nicaraguan puro made entirely from Criollo-seed tobacco grown and aged on the Plasencia family's own farms, under a milk-chocolate-hued wrapper.
What it tastes like
The extra ring gauge gives this one a touch more body than the Tribu while keeping the line's signature sweetness. Expect sweet tobacco and earth, nutty coffee through the middle, and a smooth cream on the finish, with cedar and a hint of fruit throughout. The draw is open and easy and the smoke is generous, so it stays relaxed even as the flavors build.
Who it's for
A medium-to-full cigar for smokers who want the Alma del Campo profile in a slightly richer, longer format. Great with coffee or a malty beer. As a single-origin Nicaraguan it's a clean example of the country's style — see Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars for how it compares to Havana, and the cigar strength guide for where "medium-full" sits. Keep tasting notes and rate it in the Casa DNC app, or start smaller with the Tribu.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
Plasencia Alma del Campo Guajiro — frequently asked
- Is the Plasencia Alma del Campo Guajiro 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 Plasencia Alma del Campo Guajiro?
- The Plasencia Alma del Campo Guajiro 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 Plasencia Alma del Campo Guajiro taste like?
- Expect sweet tobacco, nutty coffee, and cream, leaning sweet. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the Plasencia Alma del Campo Guajiro?
- It pairs well with coffee, aged rum, and porter. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium-full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Plasencia Alma del Campo Guajiro?
- Plan on about 65 minutes for the double robusto — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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