Caldwell Eastern Standard
A richer-than-usual Connecticut-wrapped cigar.
Blend and specs
| Brand | Caldwell |
|---|---|
| Made in | Dominican Republic |
| Maker | Caldwell Cigar Co. |
| Wrapper | Connecticut Shade |
| Binder | Dominican Republic |
| Filler | Dominican Republic |
| Strength | Medium |
| Wrapper family | Connecticut Shade (light, creamy) |
| Shape | Mostly round (parejo) and figurado sizes |
| Brand type | Boutique |
Specs come from published maker and retailer information. Tobacco origins can change between production runs; check the box or band for the cigar you're buying.
What reviewers and smokers say
Reviewed on: blindmanspuff.com, cigar-coop.com, cigardojo.com, developingpalates.com, halfwheel.com, kohnhed.com, leafenthusiast.com. Counts come from Google results collected in November 2026; scores are those quoted in review snippets. See what the data shows.
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Common questions
What wrapper does the Caldwell Eastern Standard use?
The Caldwell Eastern Standard uses a Connecticut Shade wrapper, with a Dominican Republic binder and Dominican Republic filler.
How strong is the Caldwell Eastern Standard?
It's generally rated medium in strength (3 on our 5-point scale).
Where is the Caldwell Eastern Standard made?
In Dominican Republic.
If I like the Caldwell Eastern Standard, what else should I try?
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