Foundation Wise Man
Foundation's best-known line.
Blend and specs
| Brand | Foundation |
|---|---|
| Made in | Nicaragua |
| Maker | Foundation Cigar Co. |
| Wrapper | Mexican San Andrés (Maduro) or Nicaraguan Corojo |
| Binder | Nicaragua (Estelí and Jalapa) |
| Filler | Nicaragua (Corojo and Criollo) |
| Strength | Medium–Full |
| Wrapper family | Maduro and Broadleaf (dark, sweet, rich) |
| 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
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Common questions
What wrapper does the Foundation Wise Man use?
The Foundation Wise Man uses a Mexican San Andrés (Maduro) or Nicaraguan Corojo wrapper, with a Nicaragua (Estelí and Jalapa) binder and Nicaragua (Corojo and Criollo) filler.
How strong is the Foundation Wise Man?
It's generally rated medium to full in strength (4 on our 5-point scale).
Where is the Foundation Wise Man made?
In Nicaragua.
If I like the Foundation Wise Man, what else should I try?
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