Description
Davidoff’s Year of the Snake 2025 Limited Edition marks the start of a new lunar-zodiac cycle from the brand, paying tribute to the Chinese zodiac sign of the Snake.
This edition is crafted as a precision blend and special format to reflect the sleek, elegant nature of the snake — both in the vitola and in the flavor profile.
Specifications
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Format / Vitola: Lancero, 7.0″ (≈178 mm) × 43 ring gauge (7×43) for the standard release.
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Origin / Manufacture: Dominican Republic.
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Wrapper & Binder: Ecuadorian wrapper, Ecuador binder.
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Filler: Blend includes Dominican San Vicente leaves and Mexican San Andrés Negro leaves, plus the first-time use of a Dominican hybrid seed “98” from Martín García region.
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Strength / Body: Medium (rating ~3/5) — designed for elegance rather than brute strength.
Flavor Profile
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Opening: Bright citrus-lemon note that awakens the palate, thanks to the filler combination that stimulates “sour and salty” receptors.
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Middle: Rich leather, toasted wood and subtle cream or nut undertones.
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Finish: Elegant coffee / espresso tones, dried fruit and earth, balanced and smooth.
Why Choose This Edition
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A collectible limited-edition from Davidoff reflecting a holiday/lunar theme, making it appealing for both smokers and collectors.
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Unique blend innovations: inclusion of Mexican San Andrés filler and new Dominican hybrid seed 98 mark a blending milestone.
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Format (Lancero 7×43) emphasises elegance and allows the blend to shine with refined complexity rather than heavy gauge power.
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Presentation and design elevate the experience — packaging created with cultural symbolism (snake, red/gold, wood box) and sustainability in mind.
Serving & Pairing Suggestions
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Store in your humidor at ~65–70% relative humidity and ~18–21 °C to preserve wrapper oils and flavour integrity.
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Because it is a Lancero and designed for nuance, use moderate, steady draws — avoid rapid puffing which can overheat a slim format.
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Pair this cigar with a refined drink: consider a citrus-forward cocktail (e.g., a “Yellow Bird”), light aged rum, single-malt whisky, or a good espresso. The lemon and coffee notes of the cigar align well with these.
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Ideal for a special session — given its status and format, you’ll want time to appreciate it fully rather than rush it.
