Blind Man’s Bluff by Caldwell Cigars is one of our favorite lines from the ever-popular Caldwell Cigar Company. In just a decade, Caldwell Cigars has staked its claim as one of the best boutique cigar studios in the game, and Blind Man’s Bluff is a great example of why Caldwell’s rising star has shone so brightly.
The cigar is a rarity in the Caldwell portfolio, being produced in Honduras at Diadema Cigars S.A. (most Caldwell cigars are rolled at the famed Tabacalera Ventura). This helps to set Blind Man’s Bluff apart as a completely distinct smoking experience for Caldwell fans to try.
Blind Man’s Bluff was one of the earliest Caldwell Cigars creations, launching in 2015 just one year after its parent brand was founded. Additions to the line-up have followed, including an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper instead of the original Ecuadorian Habano, and a dark Maduro line — just look for ‘Connecticut’ or ‘Maduro’ in the name to try these variations from Cigars.com.
Brand Overview
Over the course of a decade since 2014, Robert Caldwell Cigars have quickly developed an impressive and incredibly popular portfolio including blends like Caldwell Eastern Standard, Caldwell Lost & Found and The King is Dead by Robert Caldwell — cigars so good, their creator puts his name on them.
Every Caldwell cigar is a signature piece, combining tobacco mastery with artisan craftsmanship that results in excellent construction and a smooth, even burn. Aged tobaccos blended in just the right proportions deliver complex flavor profiles that excite the palate down to the last puff.
Cigar Specs
- Country of Origin: Honduras
- Strength: Medium Full
- Wrapper: Ecuador Habano
- Binder: Honduras Criollo
- Filler: Dominican Republic / Honduras
- Smoke Time: Approx. 1 hour 35 minutes (Toro)
- Sizes Available:
Cold Draw
An expertly wrapped stick with smooth seams offers a light leathery aroma with earthy undertones and just a hint of cocoa. In this Blind Man’s Bluff by Caldwell Cigars review we’re focusing on the original Blind Man’s Bluff. If you choose Connecticut or Maduro, you can expect the different wrappers to have an effect on the flavor profile throughout.
First Third
Rich roast espresso and aged tobacco notes combine early on with a woody, leathery profile, which is even more apparent on the retrohales.
The velvety, voluminous smoke brings a creamy mouthfeel while top notes of crushed peppercorns sparkle across the tongue like little firecrackers.
Second Third
A consistent flavor profile carries you through the middle third of Blind Man’s Bluff, with the richness of leather and that sparkle of cracked pepper taking center stage. It’s not a challenging smoke, instead becoming an enjoyable companion that would make an ideal accompaniment to an afternoon walk or to smoke while watching the game.
Final Third
Toward the end, Blind Man’s Bluff drops much of that peppercorn heat, while the woody, leathery base remains steady in the flavor profile. Creamy retrohales keep the flavors and aromas mixing, while continuing to deliver smooth richness. Coffee beans and cedar wood add some intrigue to a cigar with an incredibly consistent profile throughout.
Final thoughts
Every Robert Caldwell cigar has its own character to offer, and Blind Man’s Bluff has plenty to say for itself. The steady consistency of the flavor profile will be popular with anyone who is not looking to be challenged, but just wants an enjoyable smoke that can be savored alone or with friends - and it’s a great palate-pleaser if you like a leathery base.
The Connecticut and Maduro options add even more variety and interest to the line and show the high levels of demand for Blind Man’s Bluff cigars. If you’ve only tried Caldwell’s Tabacalera Ventura cigars so far, it’s time to find out if this Diadema Cigars S.A. creation can steal your heart.
