From the catalog · Dominican Republic
Gurkha Real
In the $5-$10 range, Gurkha Real is a medium-strength cigar from Dominican Republic with an Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper at medium strength. Offered in 4 sizes from 5.0 to 7.0 inches with ring gauges of 52 to 60. Connecticut wrappers often read as milder and smoother on the palate. Medium-strength blends are commonly chosen for everyday smoking. Dominican cigars are often associated with refined construction and balanced blends. Formats include Double Corona, Robusto, and Toro.
At a glance
Spec sheet
The wrapper
Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade
- Candela
- Claro
- Colorado Claro
- Colorado
- Colorado Maduro
- Maduro
- Oscuro
A Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper typically sits at Claro to Colorado Claro on the scale. Shade varies with the harvest and the box, and it describes color, not strength. How wrapper shades work →
Vitolas
Every size, side by side
4 formats in the catalog.
| Shape | Length | Ring gauge |
|---|---|---|
| Robusto | 5" | 52 |
| Toro | 6" | 54 |
| Toro | 6" | 60 |
| Double Corona | 7" | 52 |
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FAQ
Common questions
How strong is the Gurkha Real?
The Gurkha Real is logged in the catalog as a medium-strength Dominican Republic cigar.
Where is the Gurkha Real made?
The catalog lists the Gurkha Real with an origin of Dominican Republic.
What wrapper does the Gurkha Real use?
The Gurkha Real uses a Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper.
What sizes does the Gurkha Real come in?
The catalog records 4 vitolas spanning 5 to 7 inches and ring gauges 52 to 60 for the Gurkha Real.
How much does the Gurkha Real cost?
Typical retail for the Gurkha Real falls in the $5-$10 range. Cigarista doesn't sell cigars, we track them.