| Manufacturer: |
Foundation Cigars
|
| Series: |
Olmec
Claro
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| Name: |
Grande
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| Pieces: |
12
|
| Type: |
Gordo
|
| Fabrication: |
TAM
(totalmente a mano)
|
| Length: |
152.0 mm
|
| Diameter: |
23.8 mm
|
| Ring Gauge: |
60
|
| 100% Tobacco: |
Yes
|
| Flavouring: |
No
|
| Ready to Smoke: |
No
|
| Origin: |
Nicaragua
|
| Filler: |
Nicaragua
|
| Wrapper: |
Mexico San Andrés (Claro)
|
| Binder: |
Nicaragua
|
| Filter: |
No
|

Claro Grande - Gordo 152.0mm / 23.8mm / Box of 12
Foundation Olmec Claro Grande – A tribute to the cradle of tobacco
The Olmec Claro Grande by Foundation Cigars is a profound reference to the Olmecs, one of America's oldest civilizations, which was native to the Mexican San Andrés Valley – the very place where some of the world's best wrappers grow today. With this series, brand founder Nick Melillo has created a blend that perfectly celebrates the connection between Mexican heritage and Nicaraguan craftsmanship.
The core of this Grande in the massive Gordo format (152.0 mm x 23.8 mm) is the light Mexico San Andrés (Claro) wrapper. After harvesting, this undergoes a slow fermentation process at low temperatures to preserve the fine oils and complex aromas. Inside, a filler of first-class Nicaraguan tobaccos from Estelí and Jalapa, aged for three years, provides a medium-strong to strong profile. Aficionados can look forward to a harmonious blend of earthy notes, roasted nuts, and fine spices, which remains particularly cool and voluminous due to the impressive 60 ring gauge.
Features of Foundation Olmec Claro Grande Cigars:
• Wrapper: A carefully fermented Mexico San Andrés Claro leaf.
• Voluminous Format: 152.0 mm length with a 23.8 mm diameter (60 ring gauge).
• Filler: High-quality, aged tobaccos from Nicaragua (Estelí and Jalapa).
• Craftsmanship: TAM quality (totalmente a mano) for consistent draw and burn.
• Complex Profile: Harmonious interplay of earthy nuances and fine spice.
• Cool Smoke: The large ring gauge ensures a dense but relaxed flavor development.