{"product_id":"oliva-master-blend","title":"Oliva Master Blend","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ds-message _63c77b1\"\u003e\r\n\u003cdiv class=\"ds-markdown\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOliva Master Blends 3\u003c\/strong\u003e is the crown jewel of the series, a cigar that has achieved legendary status for its power, complexity, and incredible value.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oliva\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Master Blends\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelease:\u003c\/strong\u003e Master Blends 3 (2007)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Vitola:\u003c\/strong\u003e Robusto (5\" x 50), Toro (6\" x 50), Churchill (7\" x 50)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaragua\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWrapper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaraguan Sun-Grown Habano (a proprietary hybrid seed)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBinder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaraguan\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiller:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaraguan (Estelí, Condega, Jalapa)\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStrength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003chr\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetailed Breakdown of the MB3\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePre-Light Experience:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance \u0026amp; Feel:\u003c\/strong\u003e The MB3 has a rugged, oily appearance. The \u003cstrong\u003eNicaraguan Sun-Grown Habano wrapper\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dark, reddish-brown colorado-maduro shade with significant tooth and prominent veins. It feels densely packed and heavy in the hand, a clear signal of the strength to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wrapper gives off potent aromas of \u003cstrong\u003erich earth, leather, and dark chocolate\u003c\/strong\u003e. The foot is even more intense, with scents of \u003cstrong\u003eespresso, black pepper, and a hint of dried fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold Draw:\u003c\/strong\u003e After cutting, the cold draw is firm and flavorful, revealing notes of \u003cstrong\u003eblack pepper, dark cocoa, and a distinct earthy sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes \u0026amp; Flavor Profile (using the Robusto as a reference):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eThis is a full-bodied cigar from the first puff, offering a powerful and robust journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst Third:\u003c\/strong\u003e It begins with a bold, spicy kick. \u003cstrong\u003eBlack pepper and cedar\u003c\/strong\u003e lead the charge, quickly settling into a core of \u003cstrong\u003ebitter dark chocolate, espresso bean, and a significant earthy character\u003c\/strong\u003e. The strength is immediately noticeable, with a long, peppery finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecond Third:\u003c\/strong\u003e The profile deepens magnificently. The initial sharp pepper mellows and integrates, allowing rich notes of \u003cstrong\u003eleather, roasted nuts, and a unique molasses-like sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e to emerge. The smoke is thick, chewy, and incredibly rich. The complexity here is what makes the MB3 legendary.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Third:\u003c\/strong\u003e The cigar finishes as powerfully as it began. Flavors of \u003cstrong\u003eespresso, dark chocolate, and leather\u003c\/strong\u003e dominate, with the peppery spice making a strong return on the retrohale. A slight \u003cstrong\u003emineral or charred wood\u003c\/strong\u003e note may appear, adding to the rugged complexity. The nicotine strength is significant.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Burn:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Impeccable. The draw is perfect, producing an ample amount of cool, flavorful smoke despite the cigar's full strength. The burn line is typically sharp and even.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBurn:\u003c\/strong\u003e The burn is slow and steady, a testament to the well-aged, dense filler tobaccos. It requires no touch-ups.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsh:\u003c\/strong\u003e The ash is tight, firm, and a dark gray color, holding on for well over an inch.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Impression \u0026amp; Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eThe Oliva Master Blends 3 is a \u003cstrong\u003ebenchmark for full-bodied, value-priced Nicaraguan cigars\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is unapologetically bold, delivering a intense experience that showcases the best of what Nicaraguan tobacco can offer.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is this cigar for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cul\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eexperienced smoker\u003c\/strong\u003e who seeks full-bodied, high-strength cigars with deep complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNicaraguan cigar enthusiasts\u003c\/strong\u003e looking for a \"can't miss\" classic.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eSomeone looking for a \u003cstrong\u003etop-tier smoking experience without a top-tier price\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n \t\u003cli\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot recommended for beginners\u003c\/strong\u003e due to its significant strength and power.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003c\/li\u003e\r\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn short: The Oliva Master Blend 3 is a modern classic. It's a powerful, complex, and brilliantly constructed cigar that consistently over-delivers for its price. It represents the absolute peak of the Oliva family's blending craft and remains one of the most highly recommended full-bodied cigars on the market.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e\r\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Oliva","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51936325927205,"sku":"914539010825","price":59.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0982\/4547\/6645\/files\/c54a59b0-Oliva-Master-Blend-1.png?v=1769460294","url":"https:\/\/www.gator-cigars.com\/products\/oliva-master-blend","provider":"Gator Cigars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}