Let's talk about this beer-loving beast - Quesada Oktoberfest Uber. This 6x60 Dominican puro comes in boxes of 10 at $94.59, packing enough flavor to make a Bavarian brewer proud. With its Maduro wrapper from Cibao Valley and Cuban-seed fillers, this full-bodied monster was literally blended to chase sips of Märzenbier or bourbon. The Quesada family's been rolling since 1974, but this Oktoberfest special might just be their most delicious party trick.
The pre-light sniff gives damp earth and molasses. Initial puffs deliver roasted nuts and pumpernickel bread sweetness that's almost bready - like biting into a fresh pretzel. The retrohale stings slightly with black pepper that fades into caramelized malt within five minutes.
Espresso bitterness takes center stage around the 1" burn mark, balanced by dark chocolate shavings. Watch for occasional mineral notes (think wet river stones) and a cedar undertone that keeps things from getting too sweet. Ash holds strong in 1.5" segments with medium smoke output.
Here's where the "Über" earns its name - baked cherry pie filling emerges with hints of allspice. The last 2" develops light leather but avoids harshness. Warning: nicotine kicks hard at this stage. Better have that bourbon ready as a sidekick.
The San Andrés wrapper glistens with oil under light, stretched taut over its 60-ring girth. Small batch production shows in perfect roll density - no soft spots despite the massive size. Dual bands feature embossed Bavarian crests that survive intact through smoking.
Tested with Ayinger Celebrator doppelbock: the beer's toffee notes amplify the cigar's mid-palate sweetness. Switch to Woodford Reserve for enhanced vanilla undertones. Avoid citrusy IPAs - they clash with the earthy base.
