A stick of Hoyo De Monterrey Le Hoyo De Rio Seco Cigar 
At a ring gauge of 56, it’s the thickest regular-production cigar to come out of Cuba, the Río Seco represents a modern way to experience Cuban cigars—one that allows for more tobacco and, ideally, more expression of Cuba’s terroir. Whether you like heavy ring gauges or not, the Río Seco inarguably delivers impressions of cinnamon, nutmeg, oak and caramel that are nuanced and delicious.
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Paired with the three of Dom Q’s dark, aged rums
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i. Don Q Oak Barrel Spice Rum
Experience spiced rum like never before. Don Q Oak Barrel Spiced is an extraordinary blend of rums aged at least 3 years in American white oak barrels. This premium rum has warm, rich, golden hues and a smooth, robust texture with noticeable legs. Warm kitchen spices like vanilla, cinnamon and caramel slowly give way to oaky notes and a touch of toasted coffee – a flavor profile that envelops your palate and warms your heart and soul.
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ii. Don Q Reserva 7 Rum
Don Q Reserva 7 is bright and radiant aged Puerto Rican rum crafted from an exceptional blend of rums aged a minimum of 7 years in American white oak barrels. Rich in flavor and character, the special care and flawless craft that go into the creation of this rum make it the ideal companion at any gathering.
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iii. Don Q Gran Añejo Rum
Don Q Gran Añejo is a top of the range sipping rum from Puerto Rican domestic powerhouse Serralles. The Gran Añejo is a blend of rums aged up to 12 years from Serralles aged stocks. It is noted (unsurprisingly) that these are amongst their “finest” aged stocks.