El Septimo Small Sabor Blue

El Septimo Small Sabor Blue

The El Septimo Small Sabor Blue represents a remarkable achievement in compact cigar engineering, where the artisans at El Septimo’s Costa Rican facilities have concentrated the essence of their luxury blending philosophy into a 4½ inch torpedo format. This meticulously crafted vitola from the Luxus Collection showcases tobacco aged for a full decade, delivering an experience that challenges conventional expectations about what smaller ring gauge cigars can achieve in terms of complexity and satisfaction.

Key Features

• Ten-year aged tobacco blend from four distinct growing regions for exceptional depth
• Torpedo format with 54 ring gauge concentrates flavors for maximum intensity
• Progressive smoking experience that builds from subtle to full-bodied throughout
• Proprietary dark wrapper aged since 2007 provides rich, oily appearance
• Contains 12 grams of premium tobacco utilizing four different leaves
• Hand-rolled using the traditional Entubar method for optimal construction
• Perfect 45-60 minute smoke for those seeking complexity without extended commitment

Zaya Younan’s vision for El Septimo elevates traditional cigar craftsmanship through innovative fermentation techniques that incorporate white rum and vegetable oil, drawing out nuanced flavors while creating the signature glossy wrapper appearance. The Small Sabor Blue exemplifies this approach, presenting a dark, almost nocturnal wrapper from vintage 2007 stock that immediately announces its premium character. Each cigar undergoes rigorous quality control, ensuring consistent construction that supports the dynamic flavor progression for which this blend has become renowned.

The smoking journey begins with delicate floral notes and white chocolate sweetness, accompanied by subtle pine nut undertones that create an approachable entry point. As combustion progresses toward the middle third, herbaceous elements emerge alongside cedar and aged wood, building complexity while maintaining perfect balance. The final third delivers the full expression of this masterfully blended tobacco, with concentrated richness and pronounced strength that satisfies even the most discerning palates accustomed to larger formats.

Construction quality reflects El Septimo’s commitment to excellence, with each Small Sabor Blue demonstrating the precision achieved through traditional hand-rolling techniques. The torpedo shape not only provides visual elegance but serves a functional purpose, concentrating smoke and flavors while offering comfortable ergonomics. The multi-national tobacco blend, featuring leaves from the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Honduras, and Costa Rica, creates layers of complexity rarely encountered in cigars of this size, with each region’s terroir contributing distinct characteristics to the overall profile.

Specifications

Summary

• Box Count: 20
• Region: Costa Rica
• Strength: Full-bodied
• Binder: Dominican Republic
• Wrapper: Proprietary aged Costa Rican
• Filler: Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Honduras, Costa Rica

What distinguishes the El Septimo Small Sabor Blue from other compact cigars?

The Small Sabor Blue features decade-aged tobaccos from four different countries concentrated into a torpedo format, creating exceptional complexity typically reserved for larger formats. The proprietary 2007 vintage wrapper and unique fermentation process using white rum and vegetable oil produce distinctive flavors and an unmistakable glossy appearance.

How does the flavor profile develop throughout the smoke?

Beginning with delicate floral notes and white chocolate sweetness, the profile gradually intensifies through herbaceous middle notes with cedar and aged wood. The final third reaches full intensity with concentrated richness, maintaining balance while delivering the promised maximum strength rating of 5/5.

Is this suitable for beginners despite its full strength rating?

While rated at maximum strength, the Small Sabor Blue starts subtly and builds gradually, allowing smokers to acclimate. The shorter format makes it more approachable than full-sized strong cigars, though beginners should smoke slowly and pair with something sweet to balance the intensity.

What makes El Septimo’s construction method special?

El Septimo employs the traditional Entubar rolling method, using 100% long filler tobacco with the entire leaf rolled into tubes before bunching. This technique, combined with their proprietary fermentation process, ensures exceptional burn quality and flavor delivery throughout the smoking experience.

How long should I expect this cigar to last?

Despite its compact 4½ inch length, the Small Sabor Blue typically provides 45-60 minutes of smoking time. The dense packing of 12 grams of tobacco and careful construction contribute to a slower burn rate than expected for this size.

What occasions suit the Small Sabor Blue best?

This torpedo excels as an evening smoke when time is limited but quality cannot be compromised. Perfect for after-dinner contemplation, special celebrations requiring a memorable yet manageable smoke, or when seeking full-bodied satisfaction without committing to a longer format.

How should I properly light this torpedo-shaped cigar?

Use a gradual, traditional lighting technique, allowing the flame to expand naturally while the aroma builds. The torpedo tip requires patient toasting to ensure even combustion. Take your time with the initial light to fully appreciate the wrapper’s aged character and establish proper burn.

What distinguishes Costa Rican tobacco in this blend?

Costa Rica’s high-altitude growing conditions and volcanic soil produce wrapper leaves with exceptional silky texture and deep coloration. El Septimo’s precision farming techniques in San Jose’s mountains yield tobacco with distinctive sweetness and complexity that defines the Luxus Collection’s character.