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Foundation The Tabernacle with Fortaleza Anejo

Aged agave gives Tabernacle's earth and cocoa a vivid caramel-orange counterpoint.

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Cigar

Foundation

The Tabernacle / Toro

Country
Nicaragua
Strength
Medium-Full
Wrapper
Connecticut Broadleaf
Size
6.0" x 52

Spirit

Fortaleza

Anejo

Category
Tequila
Type
Anejo
Region
Jalisco
Proof
80 proof

Why It Works

The cigar's broadleaf darkness is lifted by cooked agave, butterscotch, and spice. Orange peel notes on both sides keep the match coherent.

Tasting Notes

  • orange oil
  • cooked agave
  • cocoa earth
agaveorangeearthcocoa

Occasion

Mood
Desert patio
Best time
Sunset
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