Brand Heritage
Tatuaje Cigars, founded by Pete Johnson in 2003, has earned a devoted following among serious cigar enthusiasts for its artisanal approach and deep ties to the Perez-Carrillo family of master blenders. Known for producing small-batch, highly curated releases, Tatuaje has built a reputation for full-flavored Nicaraguan blends that consistently punch above their price point. The brand's Fausto line stands as one of its more celebrated ongoing series, beloved for its bold character and meticulous construction.
Blend & Construction
The Fausto FT140 is presented in a Double Robusto format — 6½ inches in length with a 52 ring gauge — offering a generous smoke with ample time for the blend to develop and evolve. Rolled in Nicaragua, this cigar features a 100% Nicaraguan filler and binder combination, ensuring that rich, earthy Central American tobacco forms the backbone of the experience. The wrapper options — an Ecuador Habano or Maduro — allow smokers to choose between two distinct expressions of the same core blend, with the Habano delivering a more natural tobacco-forward character and the Maduro offering added sweetness and depth. Both wrappers are applied with the precision and attention to detail consistent with the Fausto line's reputation.
Flavor Profile
In keeping with the Fausto line's well-established profile, the FT140 is a full-bodied smoke that commands respect from the first draw. The Ecuador Habano wrapper version tends toward notes of cedar, earth, and dried spice, with a natural tobacco complexity that builds steadily through the smoking experience. The Maduro expression layers in a deeper sweetness — think dark cocoa and roasted coffee — balanced against the peppery Nicaraguan core. Both versions deliver a rich, dense smoke with strong construction and an even, slow-burning draw that rewards patient smoking. Strength is confidently full, making this a cigar that reveals new dimensions as it progresses from the first third through the final stretch.
Recommended Pairings
Alcoholic: A high-rye Kentucky bourbon — such as a Four Roses Single Barrel — complements the spice and earthiness of the Nicaraguan tobacco while standing up to the cigar's full strength without overpowering it.
Non-Alcoholic: A dark roast espresso or cold brew coffee mirrors the roasted, earthy undertones present throughout the smoke, making it a natural and satisfying companion for morning or afternoon sessions.
Best Enjoyed
The Fausto FT140 is best suited for intermediate to experienced cigar smokers who appreciate a robust, complex smoke. Given its Double Robusto size, expect a smoking time of approximately 90 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a relaxed evening on the patio, a weekend occasion, or a post-dinner ritual where time and attention can be fully dedicated to the experience.
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