Cigar Reveal #319

Civil Pleasures
CP1

Civil Pleasures is a New-York City brand born from the friendship of four friends — who bonded over cigars — and decided to build a brand that fuses cigars with city culture, art, and community. Their first cigar, CP1, was launched in 2023 in collaboration with Joya de Nicaragua, one of the oldest and most respected cigar manufacturers in Nicaragua.

The goal of CP1 was to create a cigar that appeals both to enthusiasts and newcomers — offering a refined, smooth, and versatile smoke, while reflecting the brand’s modern, art- and lifestyle-centric identity.CP1 is described by Civil Pleasures as “refined, complex and smooth,” with a medium-to-full body and medium strength, aiming to deliver a satisfying cigar experience without being overbearing.

The brand packages CP1 as more than a cigar — part of a broader cultural vibe, combining traditional craftsmanship (via Joya de Nicaragua) with contemporary lifestyle aesthetics, appealing to a younger, style-conscious audience as much as traditional cigar lovers

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CP1
Anatomy

  • Nicaragua (Jalapa)
    Nicaragua (Estelí)
    Nicaragua (Condega)
  • Dominican Republic

  • Nicaraguan Criollo (Jalapa )

CP1
Flavor Notes

First Third

Dark Cocoa

Oak

White Pepper

Dark Cocoa

Oak

White Pepper

Second Third

Almonds

Cedar

Butter

Almonds

Cedar

Butter

Final Third

Cocoa

Subtle White Pepper

Mixed Nuts

Cocoa

Subtle White Pepper

Mixed Nuts

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Reviews + Notes

Small Batch Cigars (1)

Through volcanic amounts of smoke, I taste a little bit of honey and a lot bit of pepper. The burn begins to canoe just as the flavors get interesting: caramel corn and wet potting soil.  Thankfully, the tortoise side catches up to even out the burn. A green pepper note takes the spotlight while all the sweet notes take five.  

Halfway down, watered down orange juice settles this cigar into “meh” territory.  With no bitterness to note, my final puffs feature tea and tart cherry (on top?). 

Small Batch Cigars (2)

This cigar brought notes earth, oak, cedar, coffee, and a whole lot of bitterness. It burned badly and didn't want to stay lit, so you can imagine how that added bitterness to the experience. I did not have a pleasant time smoking this cigar.

I can't imagine this sample is indicative of how the entire line would perform. So take it with a grain of salt - problems can occur with hand-made products.