Illusione ~888~
Illusione's flagship Nicaraguan blend.
Blend and specs
| Brand | Illusione |
|---|---|
| Made in | Honduras |
| Maker | Illusione |
| Wrapper | Nicaraguan |
| Binder | Nicaraguan Corojo '99 |
| Filler | Nicaraguan Criollo '98 |
| Strength | Medium–Full |
| Wrapper family | Corojo (peppery) |
| 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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If you like the ~888~, try
Signature Selection
Medium–FullNicaraguan Corojo '99 wrapper · Nicaragua
reviewed by 7 sites · 30+ r/cigars threads
92% matchsame strength · same wrapper style · Nicaragua wrapper · Nicaragua filler · shared notes: cedar, spice
Don Pepín GarcíaBlue Label
Medium–FullNicaraguan Corojo wrapper · Nicaragua
reviewed by 6 sites · 30+ r/cigars threads
92% matchsame strength · same wrapper style · Nicaragua wrapper · Nicaragua filler · shared notes: earth, spice
Alec BradleyPrensado
Medium–FullHonduran Corojo wrapper · Honduras
reviewed by 5 sites · critics 96 · 30+ r/cigars threads
88% matchsame strength · same wrapper style · rolled in Honduras · Nicaragua filler · shared notes: spice
CamachoCorojo
Medium–FullHonduran Corojo wrapper · Honduras
reviewed by 9 sites · 30+ r/cigars threads
87% matchsame strength · same wrapper style · rolled in Honduras · shared notes: cedar, spice
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Common questions
What wrapper does the Illusione ~888~ use?
The Illusione ~888~ uses a Nicaraguan wrapper, with a Nicaraguan Corojo '99 binder and Nicaraguan Criollo '98 filler.
How strong is the Illusione ~888~?
It's generally rated medium to full in strength (4 on our 5-point scale).
Where is the Illusione ~888~ made?
In Honduras.
If I like the Illusione ~888~, what else should I try?
Our closest matches are Aganorsa Leaf Signature Selection (92%), Don Pepín García Blue Label (92%), Alec Bradley Prensado (88%), Camacho Corojo (87%). For something less well known, try the Caldwell Long Live the King.
