Q & A: Nicaraguan Tobacco
Q.
I am really enjoying Nicaraguan cigars, but find some taste very different than others. Does Nicaraguan tobacco differ by what region it is grown in?
11/14/06 | by GV of Guthrie, OK
A.
Each manufacturer has their own techniques and methods for fermenting, blending and growing tobacco and rolling cigars. A cigar is a reflection of who is making it. But in trying to understand Nicaraguan tobacco, it is important to recognize the different tobacco growing regions within the country in order to understand and appreciate the tobaccos it has to offer. Just as wine regions are recognized for their individual qualities, so are tobacco regions. There are four main tobacco growing regions in Nicaragua – Esteli, Jalapa, Condega and Ometempe.
by Dave