The Island Jim Barber Pole features a traditional barber pole dual wrapper design with Connecticut and Corojo wrappers intertwined in a distinctive spiral pattern. Both wrappers are grown in Honduras, covering an undisclosed binder and filler blend. This medium-strength cigar delivers sweet, creamy flavors balanced with spicy and earthy notes, while the blend focuses more on the flavor profile of the tobaccos and less on strength.
As the fourth blend in the Island Jim line, this cigar continues the collaboration between Oscar Valladares Tobacco & Co and retailer Jim Robinson. Like other offerings in the Island Jim line, the Barber Pole is crafted as a 6 x 52 torpedo cigar featuring a distinctive shagged foot. The cigars are manufactured at Oscar Valladares' factory in Danlí, Honduras, maintaining the brand's commitment to quality Honduran craftsmanship.
Rolled in a Toro format, the cigar delivers consistent burn and satisfying smoke output, kicking off with the creaminess of the Connecticut wrapper and a spicy kick from the Corojo. As the smoke progresses, smokers can expect notes of caramel, toasted wood, gentle pepper, and hints of milky coffee. The cigar pairs well with strong coffee, aged rum, or smooth bourbon to complement its rich and complex flavors.