Well, a rather recent discovery of mine is how magnificently well a cigar can be accompanied by medium-bodied aged rum. It’s not the first thing that comes into mind when looking for a “cigar” drink, since most aficionados talk of cognac or whisky, yet I was very surprised by how diverse rums can be; some having very silky textures and, especially the aged rums, various complex characteristics imparted by the wooden barrels it is aged in. Since rum is produced in nearly every country where cigars are made, perhaps it should follow more naturally that these two should marry perfectly.
I tried the Bacardi 8 premium aged rum with a Padron Anniversary Torpedo Maduro and quite enjoyed the rum’s oak and caramel notes with the cigar. Since then, I have added rum to my list of favorite “cigar” drinks.
Andre
October 11, 2006 at 10:31 pm
Just came across your blog tonight and its great! Im a newb in the world of cigars, but I know a thing or two about spirits. Thus, Id like to recommend you pick up a bottle of Neisson Reserve Speciale Rhum if you ever come across it. Its an estate bottled, family made sugar cane rum from Martinique, which is made with fresh squeezed sugar cane in lieu of molasses in small quantities.
This rum is fantastic and can stand up to any fine scotch and cognac. It has a markedly different taste from its molasses made cousins, with a more earthy, buttery, caramel taste.
Enjoy!
daryl lim
April 29, 2010 at 3:10 am
Just came across your blog tonight and its great!i am running a cigar in malaysia,i totally agree what you write,many of my cigar customers,they just thought cigar go well with whiskey, cognac, but, personally i prefer Rum,reason is rum can really balance some strong cigar,especially after you have one heavy draw …and also rum can bring out some hidden taste from the cigar.