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Arturo Fuente Fuente Fuente OpusX with Lagavulin 16 Year

Dominican spice and leather stand up to deep Islay smoke for a dramatic, fireplace-level experience.

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Cigar

Arturo Fuente

Fuente Fuente OpusX / PerfecXion No. 2

Country
Dominican Republic
Strength
Full
Wrapper
Dominican Rosado
Size
6.4" x 52

Spirit

Lagavulin

16 Year

Category
Whiskey
Type
Scotch
Region
Islay
Proof
86 proof

Why It Works

The core OpusX profile has enough body to avoid being buried by peat. The whisky adds salt and smoke while the cigar contributes cream, earth, and spice.

Tasting Notes

  • leather and maritime peat
  • pepper against dried fruit
  • long smoky finish
smokeleatherspicesalt

Occasion

Mood
Private lounge night
Best time
After dinner
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