Bolivar Tesoros 10 is one of the most coveted Edicion Regional releases the marca has ever produced. This full-bodied 7.2″ x 58 Salomones delivers black pepper, dark cocoa and roasted nuts. Reserve it for an unhurried evening when a powerful, ceremonial smoke is the goal.
Bolivar has built its reputation on uncompromising power since 1902, and the Tesoros, Spanish for “treasures,” lives up to that lineage. Released as part of the Edicion Regional 5ta Avenida 2016 program for the German market, this Salomones was held to a strictly limited run of boxes, each holding ten cigars. The double figurado shape, tapered at both the head and the foot, signals the kind of skilled rolling Bolivar reserves for its most ceremonial offerings.
Flavor profile by thirds
The first third opens with a sharp crack of black pepper that announces the marca’s signature intensity, layered over an earthy core. Through the middle, the smoke settles into dark cocoa and roasted nuts, with leather and a touch of espresso bitterness adding depth as the figurado opens up. The final third pushes toward its fullest expression, where the pepper returns alongside a dense, woody sweetness that rewards a patient pace.
Pairings
An aged Cuban rum, where the cask sweetness softens the cigar’s peppery edge.
A peated single malt whisky that meets the full body head on without being overrun.
A short, dark espresso to echo the cocoa and roasted notes running through the blend.
Aging and storage
This is a cigar built for the long haul. Kept at roughly 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and around 18 degrees Celsius, the Tesoros will mellow its initial pepper over several years while the cocoa and nut tones grow rounder and more integrated. The thick ring gauge and tapered ends hold moisture well, so resist the urge to rush it. A seasoned humidor and a stable environment are all this format asks for.
Who it is for
The Tesoros is not a beginner’s cigar. It is aimed at the experienced smoker who already loves the Bolivar house style and wants a rare, large-format Salomones with the strength to match its size. Collectors drawn to limited Edicion Regional releases will value the scarcity, while anyone seeking a genuinely full smoke for a special occasion will find plenty to admire here.
Frequently asked questions
What vitola and size is the Bolivar Tesoros? It is a Salomones, a double figurado measuring roughly 7.2 inches (184 mm) with a 57 ring gauge, tapered at both ends.
How strong is the Bolivar Tesoros? It is full-bodied, true to the Bolivar marca, with pronounced black pepper, dark cocoa and roasted nut character.
Is the Bolivar Tesoros a limited edition? Yes. It was produced as an Edicion Regional 5ta Avenida release in a strictly limited run, which makes it a sought-after cigar among collectors.
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