Davidoff Escurio
Unleash adventurous flavors with the Davidoff Escurio—a blend that takes you from the lush Bay of Todos os Santos in Brazil to the classic fields of the Dominican Republic and Ecuador. Specially crafted to deliver bold contrasts, this cigar features spicy Brazilian and sweet Mata Fina tobaccos, layered with Dominican and Ecuadorian leaves for a unique, exhilarating taste journey. If you’re looking for a departure from classic Davidoff elegance, the Escurio’s richness, power, and complexity will capture your senses.
- Unique blend of spicy Brazilian and sweet Mata Fina tobaccos
- Dominican and Ecuadorian components for balance and refinement
- Flavor profile: pepper, chocolate, liquorice, coffee, a touch of salt and spice
- Pairs well with sweet & spicy cocktails (e.g., Ginger Margarita, Moscow Mule) and maritime whiskies
- Available in various vitolas, including acclaimed perfectos
- Offers evolving flavors throughout the smoke—from initial sharpness to creamy chocolate and espresso, finishing with a touch of oak, barnyard, salt, and spice
- Noted for exceptional construction: smooth draw, slow even burn, solid ash
- Suits aficionados seeking more power and complexity from Davidoff
What smokers are saying:
- “Soft tobacco aroma at first, then a burst of pepper, leather, wood, floral and toast flavors…finishes with coffee and cocoa, spice on the retrohale.”
- “Punchier than other Davidoffs, full of salinity, espresso, barnyard, chocolate, and smokiness.”
- “Tight draw at light-up (Perfecto) opens quickly; interesting transitions make this a dynamic smoke.”
- “Rich, sweet, never overpowering—slightly behind Yamasa for favorite Davidoff.”
- “Best for those seeking excitement and depth, with classic Davidoff quality and a modern twist.”
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Blend Origin | Brazil, Dominican Republic, Ecuador |
| Key Wrapper | Ecuadorian |
| Filler & Binder | Brazilian Mata Fina, Dominican, Brazilian |
| Profile | Medium-Full Bodied |
| Flavor Notes | Pepper, chocolate, coffee, liquorice, oak, barnyard, salt, floral |
| Pairings | Sweet & spicy cocktails, maritime whiskies |
Summary
Country of Origin: Brazil, Dominican Republic, Ecuador
Strength: Medium-Full Bodied
Wrapper: Ecuadorian
Filler/Binder: Brazilian Mata Fina, Dominican, Brazilian
Profile: Pepper, chocolate, liquorice, coffee, salt, smoke, oak, barnyard
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Davidoff Escurio unique?
The fusion of sweet and spicy Brazilian tobaccos with Dominican and Ecuadorian leaves delivers an adventurous, complex profile distinct from most other Davidoff lines.
How strong is Escurio?
Medium-full bodied with plenty of flavor, without becoming overly heavy or harsh.
What flavors should I expect?
An evolving mosaic—pepper, chocolate, licorice, coffee, salt, subtle floral, oak, and barnyard notes as the cigar progresses.
What does Escurio pair well with?
Sweet and spicy cocktails (like Moscow Mule or Ginger Margarita) and maritime whiskies are ideal companions.
Is Escurio suitable for classic Davidoff fans?
Yes, but it will appeal even more to those seeking richer, more powerful, and adventurous smokes alongside Davidoff’s hallmark refinement.
How is the construction and burn?
Typically excellent—smooth draw (opens quickly on perfectos), slow, razor-sharp burn, firm ash, and delicious smoke output.
Would you recommend it?
If you want a Davidoff with boldness and complexity, Escurio consistently delivers a standout experience—highly recommended by both critics and passionate aficionados.
| Selection | Box – Gran Perfecto 5 x 60/50, 5 Pack – Gran Perfecto 5 x 60/50, Single – Gran Perfecto 5 x 60/50, Box – Gran Toro 5 1/2 x 58, 5 Pack – Gran Toro 5 1/2 x 58, Single – Gran Toro 5 1/2 x 58 |
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BruceWang (verified owner) –
When it is just lit, you can feel a very soft smell of tobacco, followed by a mixture of various flavors of pepper, leather, wood, flower, and toast, which are difficult to distinguish. This chaotic feeling continues until it is close to the secondary label, and then you can clearly feel the taste of pepper, coffee, and cocoa, and the aroma of roasted grains mixed with some spices brought by the nose as the main line. The overall smoke is very soft, and there is no pressure when it passes through the nose.
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KYLE Willis (verified owner) –
The Escurio line from Davidoff is just kind of meh. It has a strong earthy profile that reminds me too much of grass and dirt. It’s not awful, but it’s not going in my Top 50 anytime soon.
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stsherwood4 (verified owner) –
I can appreciate the quality of davidoff, the burn, construction, etc… But more often than not they leave me wanting more. Not with the escurio. This thing packs a punch and is far and away my favorite cigar in the davidoff portfolio.
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Alexander S (verified owner) –
I was turned to this cigar based on the chocolate flavor notes. I did not get the level of chocolate as I expected. In the first 1/3 of the cigar, I got lime zest which I have never experienced with any other cigar before which made this cigar very interesting. And as I progressed into the last portion of the first 1/3 of the cigar there was licorice notes with an earthy aroma throughout the cigar. Halfway through the cigar I started to get slight notes of chocolate. The construction of the cigar was on point with no issues as per usual of any Davidoff cigar.
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Daniel O’Connell (verified owner) –
This is only a slight step down from the famous Davidoff Winston Churchill Late Hour – it’s a bit more sweet, a bit less leathery, with some licorice and salt, but similar in its oaky, rich profile. Perhaps best of all, this cigar is more affordable than the Late Hour, and it also comes in the popular perfecto shape.
I was recently able to try one of these from a friend, and it was also recommended to me by Oxford – I had to buy a box. These are Davidoff unlike their core line – if you don’t find yourself impressed by the white label’s elegance, then perhaps the Escurio richness will suit you better – it has many of the hallmarks of the best maduros out there, but without being abrasively heavy or strong.
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Thiago A Ferreira (verified owner) –
Sou fã do Nicarágua e yamasa, apesar de eu ser brasileiro e ele ter tabaco Mara fina no blend, ainda acho que fica atrás dos dois citados. Da linha de anilha preta prefiro o yamasa. Mas é bom experimentar, vale a pena sempre
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Justin White (verified owner) –
I’ve had the Escurio in the past, but never in this perfecto vitola. I find the Escurio blend to be up there in flavor and power with Davidoffs heaviest hitters like the Yamasa, Nicaragua, Millennium and Davidoff Late Hour. I find the core Davidoff lines to be a little underwhelming for the price. Yes, they are incredibly smooth and refined, but for the price I want something a little more exciting than the classic Davidoff offerings. I like when they venture out of their comfort zone a little, sometimes it pays off, and I think they achieve that with the Escurio.
As for this particular shape, I think its a winner. the draw is a little tight to start as is often the case with perfectos, but it very quickly opens up. The burn line too is a little wonky but quickly self corrects and then burns like a razor from that point. The flavors shift in interesting ways as I smoke through the tapers, starting somewhat sharp and Spivey, and then mellowing out as I get into the large gauges. There is a smokiness to the flavor profile that mixes well with the peppery aspect of the tobacco. I get some salinity from this blend, a little dark chocolate and lots of espresso. The chocolate comes up nicely in the middle section, and even though these more aggressive flavors maintain throughout this cigar so too does that classic Davidoff barnyard backbone.
I still think my favorite thing I’ve ever had from Davidoff is the Yamasa, but this is up there too. Interesting flavors while still remaining definitively Davidoff.
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