Gurkha Royal-Challenge Cigar 6×50

The majestic Royal Challenge is a mild to medium bodied cigar that is smooth and complex. The blend is highlighted by an aged silky Connecticut/Ecuadorian shade wrapper, a Habano/Honduran binder that is perfectly complimented by Nicaraguan and Dominican fillers.

In 1887, at the height of the British rule, colonial soldiers began to make their own cigars from the local tobacco. The fondness of the British for these legendary Nepalese fighters inspired them to name their cigars " Gurkhas." 

Steeped in legend and history, the Gurkha cigars, created more than a century ago has been reborn and today is one of the most famous brands of luxury cigars in the world. Having extraordinary quality and premium blends of tobacco, Gurkha is known for limited release and rare tobacco products with outstanding and artistically-oriented packaging. 

Gurkha is also known as the 'Rolls Royce' of cigars and is enjoyed by many of the world's elite including members of Royalty, Military, leading government officials, and celebrities.

Tasting Notes

The Gurka Royal Challenge Cigar is a smooth and velvety cigar for a relaxing smoking experience. Its flavor profile is incredibly complex with crisp notes of sweet tea, cedar, and a hint of citrus balanced with a woody cedar note, slightly accentuated by peppery spice. It retains a luxuriously rich and regal vanilla base with some buttery creaminess to keep the flavor sweet and light or medium-bodied until the finish, revealing the natural flavor of the tobacco.

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• Color: Deep garnet color with some ruby or orange reflections.
• Nose: Aromatic with spicy candied violet, cinnamon, clove, smoky notes, ripe raspberry, and black plum.
• Palate: Fresh and juicy with notes of toasty oak, licorice, coffee, and cacao seeds. It features supple, well-balanced tannins, a full body, and a long, savory finish. 

• Origin: Produced in Jordan, with its unique location imbuing the wine with distinct characteristics.
• Grape Variety: Touriga Nacional, a thick-skinned grape variety from Portugal, known for its intense color, tannins, and aging potential.
• Style: A full-bodied, dry red wine with rich fruit flavors (dark fruits, plum, cherry, blackcurrant) and spicy undertones.
• Pairings: The robust tannins and intense flavors pair well with strong, grilled, or roasted red meats, game, and aged or hard cheeses like aged cheddar, manchego, or pecorino. 

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Mai Tai is the king of tiki cocktails, and one that has endured over the decades. Beagans Mai Tai is a refreshing take on the classic and modern Mai Tai; well balanced and reduced sugar provide all the tropics without the hangover.

Tasting Notes: Sustainable Puerto Rican rum, natural pineapple, and triple sec lead the charge, with sweet orange blossom, almond and lime play a balancing act for a round, yet refreshingly balanced tropical experience.

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Cazcabel Añejo Tequila is a premium aged tequila that masterfully combines the bold earthiness of traditional blue weber agave with the refined complexity of American oak barrel aging. Rested for over 12 months, this Añejo expression from the Cazcabel Tequila range delivers a rich and sophisticated sipping experience that rivals some of the best aged spirits in the world.

Crafted in the highlands of Jalisco, Mexico, and named after the mythical 'Cazcabel' (the Snake King), this tequila embodies heritage, patience, and the power of time-honoured distillation techniques.

Tasting Notes
Nose: Deep and aromatic with notes of roasted agave, vanilla, warm oak, and a hint of cacao. Subtle spices and dried fruit—think raisins and figs—add further depth.

Palate: Velvety smooth and well-balanced. Flavors of dark caramel, toasted oak, and cinnamon unfold alongside black pepper, chocolate, and a whisper of leather. The agave core remains vibrant throughout.

Finish: Long and warming, with lingering oak spice, smoky sweetness, and soft vanilla undertones.

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