Description

3 × 58 (24) – Premium Large-Ring Gauge Cigars, Box of 24

In the lexicon of cigar craftsmanship, ring gauge is not merely a measurement—it is a statement of intent. The 3 x 58 format represents a deliberate departure from conventional vitolas, a declaration that flavour concentration need not be compromised by duration. At 3 inches in length with a 58-ring circumference, this cigar compresses the complexity of a traditional corona into approximately half the smoking time, delivering the heart of the blend without preamble. 3 x 58 cigars box of 24 UK

For the UK smoker who values intensity over length, who understands that greatness is measured in moments rather than minutes, the 3 x 58 format offers something increasingly rare in the cigar world: efficiency without sacrifice. 3 x 58 cigars box of 24 UK

The Vitola: Engineering Flavour Density

The 58-ring gauge is substantial by any standard. At 23.02mm diameter, it sits at the upper range of premium cigar production, requiring meticulous construction to ensure even combustion across the broad footprint. This is not a format for mass production; it demands experienced torcedores who understand how tension, bunching, and cap construction affect draw performance.

The 3-inch length is equally deliberate. Traditional cigar thinking assumes that longer cigars deliver more complex journeys. The 3 x 58 challenges this orthodoxy by eliminating the opening third entirely. Every draw accesses the blend’s sweet spot. Every moment delivers the concentrated essence of the tobacco composition.

Wrapper Analysis

The wrapper enrobing these 3 x 58 cigars has been selected for its elasticity and flavour contribution. A larger ring gauge places greater demands on wrapper leaf—it must stretch further without tearing while maintaining structural integrity during combustion.

Visual inspection reveals a wrapper of exceptional quality: minimal veining, even coloration, and a supple texture that signals proper fermentation and aging. When held to light, the leaf displays the characteristic translucence of well-executed curing, with concentrated oils visible at the leaf’s thicker sections.

The wrapper contributes:

• Creamy foundation notes that support rather than dominate

• Subtle sweetness that emerges mid-smoke

• Clean combustion essential for larger ring gauges

Binder Construction

Beneath the wrapper lies a binder selected for its tensile strength and heat resistance. The 58-ring format generates more internal heat than slimmer cigars; the binder must regulate this temperature while maintaining structural integrity throughout the smoke.

This binder performs three critical functions:

• Even burn regulation across the broad circumference

• Structural support preventing unwinding or cracking

• Additional flavour layering beyond mere utility

Filler Composition

The filler blend within these 3 x 58 cigars has been calibrated specifically for the large-ring format. Longer, narrower cigars can rely on sequential flavour development—different leaves activating as the burn line progresses. The 3 x 58 cannot; every leaf must contribute simultaneously from first light to final third.

This demands a harmonised blend where:

• High-note tobaccos provide brightness and lift

• Medium-body leaves supply the core flavour profile

• Low-note components ground the blend with earth and structure

The proportions are critical. Too much high-note tobacco in a 58-ring cigar produces sharpness; insufficient low-note tobacco creates a hollow smoke lacking depth. This blend achieves equilibrium—bright enough to engage, deep enough to satisfy.

The Smoking Experience: Three Acts, Concentrated

First Light (0–7 minutes):

Initial draws reveal the blend’s fundamental character. The large ring gauge delivers substantial smoke volume immediately—far more than a conventional corona or panatela. This is not a cigar that requires coaxing; it announces its presence from the first moment.

Flavour notes at opening include toasted bread, faint sweetness, and the barest whisper of spice on the retrohale. The draw resistance is calibrated for the format: firm enough to concentrate flavour, open enough to require minimal effort given the larger diameter.

Middle Third (7–18 minutes):

As the burn line establishes, the blend’s complexity emerges. The high-note tobaccos contribute citrus and floral highlights that lift the profile. The medium-body leaves deliver the core experience—earthy, slightly nutty, satisfyingly substantial. The low-note components ground everything in traditional tobacco character.

The 58-ring gauge reveals its advantage here: the broader smoke stream carries more flavour molecules per draw, saturating the palate more completely than narrower formats. Retrohaling becomes particularly rewarding, revealing nuances invisible to nasal passages during slimmer smokes.

Final Third (18–30 minutes):

The short format means the conclusion arrives relatively quickly, but the blend intensifies rather than diminishes. The low-note tobaccos assert themselves more prominently, adding depth and lingering presence. The wrapper’s subtle sweetness returns, now reading as vanilla or honey rather than the initial faint suggestion.

The cigar remains cool throughout—a testament to construction quality. Large-ring cigars risk overheating if poorly built; this example demonstrates proper bunching and binder selection, maintaining comfortable smoking temperature to the nub.

Why 3 x 58 for the UK Smoker

British cigar culture has traditionally favoured longer, slimmer formats—lonsdales, coronas, panatelas. The 3 x 58 represents a shift toward international preferences, recognising that UK smokers now travel more, experience more, and demand access to the full spectrum of vitolas.

The format suits UK conditions particularly well:

• Shorter smoking time accommodates British climate unpredictability

• Substantial ring gauge resists wind and temperature fluctuation

• Concentrated flavour satisfies in limited sessions

Storage for the UK Climate

The 58-ring gauge requires specific storage consideration. Larger cigars contain more tobacco mass and respond differently to humidity fluctuation than slender vitolas.

• Optimal conditions: 16–18°C, 65–68% RH

• Humidification: Boveda 65% or 69% two-way control packs

• Acclimatisation: Allow 2–3 weeks in your humidor before smoking

• Avoid: Direct heat, radiators, south-facing windows, temperature swings

The Box of 24: Why Purchase by the Box

The 3 x 58 format rewards box purchase for several reasons:

1. Proper acclimatisation: Cigars stored together achieve humidity equilibrium

2. Flavour development: Box-aged cigars develop harmony impossible in singles

3. Economic efficiency: Significant per-cigar saving versus individual purchase

4. Collection building: Establish a cellar that matures over months

PremiumCigar.co.uk: Your Trusted UK Source

Every 3 x 58 cigar box available through PremiumCigar.co.uk is stored in our London-adjacent humidor facility, maintained at constant 18°C and 67% RH. We inspect each box upon receipt, rejecting any with damaged wrappers, cracked feet, or signs of drying. We do not accept grey-market stock. We supply only genuine, UK-duty-paid product suitable for the adult smoker.

*For adults aged 18+ only in accordance with UK law.

 

KEY BENEFITS (22 BULLETS)

Format & Construction

• 58-ring gauge – maximum flavour concentration

• 3-inch length – eliminates opening third, delivers sweet spot immediately

• Expert torcedor construction – even burn across broad circumference

• Cedar-lined box – proper aging environment

• 24-count format – ideal for rotation and cellaring

Flavour Profile

• Concentrated complexity – every draw delivers heart of blend

• Toasted bread and subtle sweetness at first light

• Citrus and floral highlights mid-smoke

• Earthy, nutty core from medium-body leaves

• Lingering finish with honey/vanilla notes

• Balanced – bright yet substantial

Performance Characteristics

• Generous smoke volume from first light

• Calibrated draw resistance – firm yet accessible

• Even burn line – no corrective relights

• Cool smoking temperature to the nub

• 25–35 minute experience – efficient intensity

• Wind-resistant – suitable for UK outdoor conditions

Quality & Authenticity

• 100% genuine premium production

• Handmade by experienced torcedores

• Aged before release – no green tobacco

• Inspected before UK import

• PremiumCigar.co.uk humidor-stored

Value & Practicality

• Significant per-cigar saving in box format

• Perfect for regular rotation

• Ideal for tastings and gatherings

• Cedar box enhances aging potential

• UK climate-appropriate – robust format resists fluctuation

• For adults aged 18+ only

1. What is the 3 x 58 format?
The 3 x 58 refers to a cigar measuring 3 inches in length with a 58-ring gauge (23.02mm diameter). This short, thick format concentrates flavour by eliminating the opening third of traditional cigars.

2. How long does a 3 x 58 cigar take to smoke?
Expect a smoking time of approximately 25–35 minutes for an experienced smoker. The format delivers concentrated flavour in an efficient session.

3. Is this cigar suitable for beginners?
The 58-ring gauge provides generous smoke volume and forgiving draw characteristics, making it accessible to newcomers while satisfying experienced smokers with its complexity.

4. How should I store these cigars in the UK climate?
Store at 16–18°C with 65–68% relative humidity in a cedar-lined humidor. The substantial 58-ring gauge requires stable conditions to maintain combustion quality.

5. Are these cigars genuine and UK-duty-paid?
Yes. Every box supplied by PremiumCigar.co.uk is 100% genuine, sourced through authorised distribution, and UK-duty-paid with full chain-of-custody documentation.

6. Can I buy a single cigar, or only the box of 24?
This product is offered as a box of 24. Box purchase ensures proper acclimatisation, economic value, and the ability to age cigars harmoniously.

7. How does the 58-ring gauge affect the smoking experience?
The larger diameter delivers more smoke volume per draw, concentrates flavour intensity, and provides a cooler smoke when properly constructed.

8. What flavours can I expect from this cigar?
Expect toasted bread and subtle sweetness at first light, citrus and floral highlights mid-smoke, and earthy, nutty depth with lingering honey notes in the final third.

9. Do I need to age these cigars before smoking?
While ready to smoke upon arrival, allowing 2–3 weeks acclimatisation in your humidor optimises burn performance and flavour integration.

10. Is this cigar compatible with cigar cutters?
Yes. The 58-ring gauge accommodates standard large-ring cutters, including guillotine, punch, and V-cut styles. A straight guillotine cut is recommended for optimal draw.

11. How does the 3 x 58 compare to traditional vitolas?
Unlike coronas or lonsdales that develop flavour progressively, the 3 x 58 delivers concentrated complexity immediately, accessing the blend’s sweet spot from first light.

12. What makes this format suitable for UK smokers?
The shorter smoking time suits Britain’s variable outdoor conditions, while the substantial ring gauge resists wind and temperature fluctuation.

13. Are there any health claims associated with this product?
No. PremiumCigar.co.uk makes no health claims regarding tobacco products. This product is intended for adult smokers 18 years and over only, in accordance with UK law.

14. How should I prepare this cigar for smoking?
Store in humidor for 2–3 weeks upon arrival. Before smoking, make a clean cut below the cap, toast the foot gently, and draw slowly to establish even combustion.

15. Why should I purchase from PremiumCigar.co.uk?
PremiumCigar.co.uk combines specialist cigar knowledge with rigorous freshness protocols. Our London-adjacent humidor maintains constant 18°C and 67% RH, and we supply only genuine, traceable, duty-paid product to adult UK smokers.