The Apothecary
Cigar Club
March Menu
Pairing and tasting notes for this months cigars of the month
Tasting Notes:
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A medium-full bodied cigar delivering smooth notes of creamy chocolate layered with rich coffee, balanced black pepper, and a touch of oak on the finish. It offers depth and structure while remaining approachable, making it a flavorful everyday smoke with just the right amount of strength.
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Pairings:
Bourbon
Juárez OBS pairs beautifully with the bold structure of Elijah Craig Barrel Proof, where the cigar’s creamy chocolate and coffee notes complement the bourbon’s rich caramel, toasted oak, and high-proof intensity. For a slightly more balanced pairing, Knob Creek 100 Proof brings warm vanilla, roasted nuts, and classic oak sweetness that smooths out the cigar’s black pepper and enhances its earthy depth.
Scotch
Juárez OBS pairs exceptionally well with Glenfiddich 15 Year, where the Scotch’s honeyed fruit, soft spice, and oak character enhance the cigar’s creamy chocolate and coffee notes. For a richer experience, The Macallan 12 Year Sherry Oak brings dried fruit, dark chocolate, and warm spice that beautifully complement the cigar’s black pepper and earthy depth.
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Beer
Juárez OBS pairs well with an amber lager or ale, where caramel malt notes complement its creamy chocolate and oak character. An IPA highlights the cigar’s black pepper with bright hop bitterness. A stout enhances the coffee and cocoa richness, creating a bold, dessert-like pairing. For a lighter contrast, a crisp pilsner cleans the palate while letting the cigar’s earthy depth shine.
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Wine
Juárez OBS pairs beautifully with a bold Cabernet Sauvignon, where dark fruit and firm tannins complement the cigar’s creamy chocolate and earthy depth. A Syrah/Shiraz enhances the pepper notes with its spice and dark berry character. For a richer finish, a 10-Year Tawny Port brings caramel, dried fruit, and nuttiness that elevate the cigar’s coffee and cocoa profile.
Crowned Heads Juarez OBS
Tasting Notes:
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A smooth mild-to-medium bodied cigar featuring a creamy profile with notes of cedar, cocoa, and roasted nuts, balanced by a subtle touch of spice on the finish. Its refined Dominican character delivers an elegant, well-rounded smoke that remains consistent and approachable from start to finish.
Pairings:
Bourbon
Pairs beautifully with smooth, balanced bourbons such as Four Roses Small Batch, Buffalo Trace, Maker’s Mark, and Woodford Reserve. Their notes of vanilla, caramel, and gentle oak complement the cigar’s creamy profile while enhancing the cedar, cocoa, and nutty flavors with a touch of sweetness and warmth.
Scotch
Pairs wonderfully with balanced and slightly rich Scotch whiskies such as Tomatin Cask Strength, Glenfiddich 15, Glenlivet 18, Balvenie DoubleWood 12, Balvenie DoubleWood 14, and Highland Park 12. Their notes of honey, orchard fruit, malt sweetness, and gentle oak complement the cigar’s creamy body while enhancing its cedar, cocoa, and nutty character with a smooth, refined finish.
Beer
Pairs nicely with clean, refreshing beers such as Lagers, Amber Ale, Pilsner, and Summer Ale. Their crisp malt character and light hop balance complement the cigar’s creamy body while highlighting its cedar, cocoa, and nutty notes without overpowering the subtle spice.
Wine
Pairs beautifully with lighter, balanced wines such as Chardonnay, Champagne, Off-Dry Riesling, and light red wines. Their bright acidity and subtle fruit notes complement the cigar’s creamy profile while enhancing the cedar, cocoa, and nutty flavors without overpowering the cigar’s mild-to-medium body.
AVO Classic No.2 Tubos
Tasting Notes:​
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A medium-to-full bodied cigar delivering rich notes of cocoa and roasted coffee, layered with earthy leather and a balanced pepper spice on the finish. The profile builds smoothly throughout the smoke, offering depth and complexity while maintaining a bold, classic Nicaraguan character.
Pairings:
Bourbon
Pairs exceptionally well with bold, oak-forward bourbons such as Old Forester, Knob Creek 9 Year, Woodford Reserve Double Oaked, and Blanton’s. Their rich caramel, toasted oak, and vanilla notes complement the cigar’s cocoa, coffee, and pepper spice while enhancing its medium-to-full bodied character.
Scotch
Pairs nicely with rich, smooth Scotch whiskies such as GlenAllachie 15 Year and The Glenlivet. Their notes of honey, malt sweetness, and subtle oak complement the cigar’s cocoa, coffee, and leather while softening the pepper spice and enhancing the overall balance of the smoke.
Beer
Pairs exceptionally well with rich, malt-forward beers such as Oatmeal Stout, Chocolate Stout, Robust Porter, English Strong Ale, Scotch Ale, and Doppelbock. Their roasted malt, chocolate, and caramel notes complement the cigar’s cocoa, coffee, leather, and pepper spice while enhancing the depth of its medium-to-full bodied profile.
Wine
Pairs beautifully with bold, structured red wines such as Shiraz/Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, and Chianti Classico. Their dark fruit, tannin structure, and subtle spice complement the cigar’s cocoa, coffee, leather, and pepper notes while enhancing the richness of the medium-to-full bodied profile.
Crowned Heads Jericho Hill OBS
Tasting Notes:
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A refined mild-to-medium bodied cigar offering a smooth, creamy profile with elegant notes of cedarwood, light coffee, and toasted bread. The smoke remains balanced and silky throughout, delivering the classic Davidoff character with subtle complexity and a clean, sophisticated finish.
Pairings:
Bourbon
Pairs beautifully with smooth, approachable bourbons such as Maker’s Mark, Larceny, and Buffalo Trace. Their notes of vanilla, caramel, and soft oak complement the cigar’s creamy body while enhancing the cedarwood, coffee, and toasted flavors for a balanced and refined pairing.
Scotch
Pairs nicely with smooth, balanced Scotch whiskies such as Aberlour 10 Year, Glenfiddich, and Balvenie. Their notes of honey, orchard fruit, and gentle oak complement the cigar’s creamy body while enhancing its cedarwood, coffee, and toasted flavors for a refined and harmonious pairing.
Beer
Pairs well with crisp, refreshing beers such as Pilsners, Light Lagers, and Stella Artois. Their clean malt character and bright carbonation complement the cigar’s creamy profile while allowing the cedarwood, coffee, and toasted notes to shine without overpowering the mild-to-medium body.
Wine
Pairs beautifully with bright, elegant wines such as Champagne, Sparkling Wine, Sauvignon Blanc, and Chardonnay. Their crisp acidity and fresh fruit notes complement the cigar’s creamy body while highlighting its cedarwood, coffee, and toasted flavors for a smooth, balanced pairing.
Davidoff Signature 2000 Tubos