Cigar Sizes: Understanding El Sol's Grande 60 x 6

One of the most important aspects of enjoying a cigar is savoring the flavor of the burning tobacco. As the tobacco burns, it generates smoke that is drawn through the inside of the cigar, passing over the unburnt tobacco. Over time, this smoke builds up on the untouched tobacco, which can unfortunately affect its flavor. To minimize this normal yet unpleasant effect, El Sol cigars are designed with a superior cigar aspect ratio, ensuring optimal cigar construction to reduce any negative impact on flavor. For this reason, all El Sol cigars are exclusively available in a Grande size, featuring a 60 ring gauge and a length of 6 inches.

As depicted in the chart, you cannot enhance the cigar aspect ratio simply by increasing the diameter or length of the cigar. The term 'aspect ratio' refers to the comparison of the cigar's length to its diameter, so both of these factors must be considered when designing the perfect cigar size. El Sol Cigars took this into account when crafting the new 2025 Grande series. The Grande, measuring 60 ring by 6 inches long, provides cigar smokers with the highest aspect ratio of any cigar available. Additionally, the Grande allows you to savor your cigar for at least 1 to 2 hours when smoked correctly. When enjoying any cigar, it's crucial not to leave the cigar too long between puffs to prevent the embers from extinguishing; equally important is avoiding smoking too quickly, which can generate excessive heat inside the cigar and lead to a bitter taste. This adherence to proper cigar construction is essential for an optimal smoking experience.

All cigars have three basic components essential to their construction: the filler, the binder, and the wrapper. The type of tobaccos used for each section is just as crucial as the specific part of the tobacco leaf that is utilized. Factors such as the aging process of the tobacco and the soil in which it is grown are managed meticulously by El Sol Cigars. We exclusively cultivate and use tobacco from organically raised farms, ensuring it is pesticide-free. Additionally, we monitor the levels of sulfur and other minerals in the soil to achieve the perfect cigar aspect ratio, resulting in tobacco leaves that possess a soft and chocolatey flavor.