Nub Cigars are the brainchild of former Oliva Cigar sales rep Sam Leccia. All Nub cigars are made by Tabacalera Oliva in Nicaragua.
After learning from the Oliva family how cigars are rolled, Sam and the Oliva's created “nubs”, which is a concept that seeks to deliver only that most enjoyable part of the cigar. The idea for the nubs came from the theory that a cigar finds its “sweet spot” at the 3 ½- 4 inch point. All “nub” cigars must exist within this window. No “nub” is longer than 4 inches. Further adding to this complex theory, the ring gauges range from 56-66. The result is a range of smokes that have the same amount of tobacco as any Churchill or even Presidente.
Sam and Jose Oliva began experimenting with the concept in mid 2007. After hearing the sizes, the idea of a 4x60 or 4x66 cigar sounded like a novelty to them. It was not until the family tested the concept and was able to see and smoke them that they understood that this was no novelty. Understanding that not everyone is in love with large ring gauges, you have to first grasp the theory of “nub” because in the world of “nubs” a 60 is not a large ring gauge. The only real way to understand it is to smoke one. The cigar starts at the sweet spot and gets better from there. The large ring gauge allows for a dense ash which insulates the cigar keeping it cool as you smoke. The large amount of smoke also allows you to really enjoy the complex flavors.
The cigar is available in three wrappers: Habano, Cameroon, and Connecticut. There will be three sizes shared by all wrappers plus an additional size which is unique to each wrapper. The flavor range is from mild to full but always complex and hearty.
