Double Happiness

The last time we featured Double Happiness was right at the end of the cigar boom of the 90s—when this cigar was still made in the Philippines. After the boom fizzled out, so did the brand. For about 8 years it was in hiding, until production was moved to a small factory in the Dominican Republic. Truth be told, this cigar probably shouldn’t have dropped off the market, it’s a really nice smoke, with a truly unique flavor profile that somehow combines subtlety and smoothness with rich and robust tobacco flavors. Like the original, it still offers an intriguing blend of Isabela Superior Fina long-leaf filler from the Philippines. Look for an interesting floral quality and a subtle yet distinct nuttiness on the finish. Nice with a hoppy brown ale, or gin & tonic (heavy on the tonic).