Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Umbagog
- Origin Nicaragua
- Wrapper Connecticut Broadleaf
- Binder San Andrea
- Filler Nicaragua
- Strength Medium-Full
To say that Steve Saka of Dunbarton Tobbaco & Trust is particular would be an understatement. He likes what we likes, he says what he likes, and he does what he likes. His motto for his brands (and he even named a line for this) is Sin Compromiso or without compromise. When he had purchased a crop of Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper for his Mi Querida line, there were some leaves that he deemed too ugly to use on this premium offering. This was tobacco of superior quality and tasted, but didn’t possess the uniformity that he required. As an avid fisherman, Saka decided to use this tasty tobacco to create the ultimate fishing cigar as Connecticut Boradleaf is very durable and holds up to the elements well. To compete the fishing theme, he named the cigar Umbagog after his favorite lake in New Hampshire.
The Umbagog is an unassuming looking cigar that will delight you palate. What it lacks in flair and looks, it more than makes up for in the flavor department. While Steve Saka and Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust have come to be known for the quality and looks of their cigars, the Umbagog Gordo Gordo is a bit different. Using less than perfect looking Connecticut Broadleaf wrappers, Saka blended this cigar with ultra-high quality Nicaraguan filler and binder tobaccos to deliver a flavorful cigar at a great price point. Tasting notes include flavors of espresso, dark chocolate, and earth with hints of leather, nuts, anise, and sweet vanilla. Umbagog is as flavorful and well-constructed as you would expect from Saka despite their appearance and lower price point.