Quick Smoke: Cain F Nub

Each Saturday and Sunday we’ll post a Quick Smoke: not quite a full review, just our brief verdict on a single cigar of “buy,” “hold,” or “sell.”

Marrying both of Sam Leccia’s popular concepts—Cain, a “straight ligero” recipe, and Nub, a short, stubby format—this Nicaraguan puro weighs in at four inches with a ring gauge of 54. Its flavor, predictably, is full-bodied and powerful. Floral notes and hints of fruit help balance heartier tastes of leather and spice. With fine physical properties, this Habano-wrapped shorty is a good choice if you need a quick jolt of premium tobacco after a heavy meal.

Verdict = Buy.

–Patrick A

photo credit: Stogie Guys