This chubby cigar sampler breaks traditional size rules with its thumb-sized 4-inch bodies packing 54-66 ring gauges. The wooden box houses 8 Nicaraguan puros showcasing four wrapper experiments: Connecticut's morning coffee companion, Cameroon's spicy afternoon kick, Maduro's dessert-friendly profile, and Habano's earthy evening vibe. Perfect for grab-and-smoke sessions under 60 minutes.
Product Specs
- Brand: NUB by Oliva
- Box Format: 8 cigars (2 per blend)
- Size Range: 4" length × 54-66 ring
- Wrapper Types: Connecticut / Cameroon / Maduro / Habano
- Filler Origin: Nicaraguan Jalapa Valley
- Strength Level: Mild to Full (depending on blend)
Burn & Flavor Roadmap
Cold Draw Previews
- Connecticut: Almond skins + photocopier paper
- Cameroon: Raisins soaked in rum
- Maduro: Molasses-coated cedar
- Habano: Freshly opened tennis ball can
Combustion Performance
The oversized ring gauge delivers effortless draws - like drinking milkshake through firehose-sized straws. Expect:
- First ash hold: 1.5-inch (surprising for short format)
- Average smoke time: 42-58 minutes
- Wrapper integrity: Zero splits observed (shockingly elastic)
Blend Breakdown
Connecticut
- First third: Cashew butter & library books
- Mid: Vanilla yogurt with wheat toast
- Final: Faint white pepper tingle
Cameroon
- Opening: Cinnamon-dusted dates
- Develops: Allspice + cedar closet
- Finish: Burnt caramel edges
Maduro
- Initial: Dark chocolate fountain
- Mid-smoke: Espresso grounds + black cherry
- Ends: Leather belt after rain
Habano
- Start: Toasted sesame seeds
- Middle: Chili-darkened chocolate
- Finale: Mineral spring water aftertaste
Shorty Cigar Showdown
- CAO Flathead 660 (6×60) - Deeper earthiness, less sweetness
- Rocky Patel Edge Habano (5.5×50) - Sharper spice attack
- Alec Bradley Black Market Punk (4.5×50) - Heavier tar buildup
- Arturo Fuente Short Story (4×49) - More nuanced transitions
Construction Notes
Despite comical proportions, the roll density feels like premium furniture stuffing - tight but breathable. The Connecticut wrapper shows visible tooth while Maduro's oil sheen reflects smartphone light. All caps remain intact during punch cutting.
Ideal Pairing Matrix
- Connecticut: Oat milk latte
- Cameroon: Ginger beer
- Maduro: Bourbon-barrel stout
- Habano: Yerba mate tea
