L’Atelier LAT54

L’Atelier LAT54 is a 5 5/8 x 54 Toro from Pete Johnson’s L’Atelier line. Johnson, the creator of Tatuaje, developed the blend with his family and friends, and the line debuted in 2012. The brand name is French for “the workshop.” The LAT54 is the mid-sized cigar in the original LAT range.

Each cigar is handmade in Estelí, Nicaragua, at the My Father Cigars factory. The wrapper is Sancti Spíritus, a hybrid of Criollo and Pelo de Oro grown in Ecuador, topped with a pigtail cap. It covers a Nicaraguan binder and Nicaraguan long fillers. The strength is medium to full. Expect spice, cedar, earth and dried fruit, with cocoa, leather and nuts. Reviewers also note floral, cream and shortbread notes in the aroma.

The 54 ring gauge gives a cool, plentiful smoke with room for the flavour to change across the length. Reviewers report an easy draw and a firm ash. Allow roughly an hour and 15 minutes, depending on pace. It suits an evening smoke.

This cigar appeals to smokers who like a balanced, savoury Nicaraguan blend with a distinctive wrapper. It is also a good choice for anyone moving up from medium bodied cigars.

Box of 15 cigars