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Overview
There is a quiet rebellion happening inside the 60-ring gauge of the Brick House Connecticut Mighty Mighty. In an era where fat cigars are built for pepper bombs and maduro bravado, this one dares to be a pastoral idyll — a slow, golden-hour stroll through a hayfield rather than a sprint through a spice rack. It is the thinking smoker's large-format cigar, a paradox that works because the blend refuses to bow to the vitola's usual demands. The moment the cutter meets the cap, the pre-light draw offers a whisper of sweet grass and almond paste, a promise of the cream to come. Light it gently, and the first third unfolds like fresh butter melting on warm brioche, with a delicate white pepper prickle that keeps the palate honest. The smoke is voluminous, almost pillowy, yet it carries a surprising clarity — each note arrives distinct, unclouded by the heat that plagues lesser 60s. By the second third, the profile shifts into a carpenter's bench fantasy: cedar shavings, cashew butter, and a bready, doughy richness that suggests a bakery operating somewhere in the Honduran hills. A mild, grounding earthiness emerges, not as a shadow but as a foundation, while vanilla bean and dried grass weave through the retrohale like a field note from a botanist. The white pepper recedes, replaced by a round, almost honeyed warmth that signals the final act. Remarkably, the last third holds its composure — toasted bread, light oak, and a persistent cream that never turns bitter or sharp. The retrohale delivers a whisper of honey and macadamia, a final, elegant bow. The ash is a study in structural integrity: firm, light gray, holding past the inch mark with the kind of discipline that speaks to General Cigar's Danlí facility. This is not a cigar that demands your attention; it rewards it. It is a meditation on restraint, a Connecticut that understands its wrapper's delicate nature and builds a fortress of balance around it. For the purist who scoffs at the 60-ring, there is a valid argument about dilution — but they are missing the point. The Mighty Mighty is not about concentration; it is about duration, about a two-hour canvas on which the blend paints in soft, deliberate strokes. It is the cigar equivalent of a long, unhurried conversation with an old friend — nothing urgent, everything meaningful.
Cigar Specifications
| Wrapper | Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade — Natural |
|---|---|
| Binder | Honduran |
| Filler | Nicaraguan and Honduran long-fillers |
| Country of Origin | Danlí, Honduras — Toraño / General Cigar facilities |
| Vitola / Shape | Giant / Gordo |
| Size | 6.0 x 60 |
| Strength | Mild-Medium |
| Price | $8–$12 per cigar |
| Tier | Everyday |
| Aging | Tobaccos are pre-aged prior to rolling; no extended post-production aging widely documented |
Tasting Notes & Flavor Progression
First Third
The opening delivers a creamy, buttery sweetness with notes of fresh cream, white pepper, and toasted almonds. The Connecticut shade wrapper expresses its classic grassy, hay-like character immediately, with a subtle floral note underneath. Draw resistance is low and the smoke production is generous given the 60-ring gauge.
Second Third
The mid-section transitions into light cedar and cashew notes, with the creaminess evolving into a more bready, doughy quality. A mild earthiness enters alongside hints of vanilla bean and dried grass. The white pepper from the first third softens considerably, giving way to a rounder, more harmonious profile.
Final Third
The final third remains remarkably composed for such a large ring gauge, offering toasted bread, light oak, and lingering cream with a whisper of honey on the retrohale. Some smokers detect a subtle nuttiness — macadamia or white almond — as the cigar approaches the final inch. Strength remains mild-medium throughout with no harshness.
Construction, Burn & Draw
Construction on the Mighty Mighty is consistently solid — the 60-ring gauge delivers an effortless, airy draw with excellent smoke volume. Burn line tends to be even with a firm, light gray to white ash that holds well past the inch mark.
Pairing Recommendations
Spirit
Light Highland Scotch such as Glenmorangie Original, or a vanilla-forward bourbon like Maker's Mark — avoid peated expressions that would overwhelm the delicate wrapper
Wine
A lightly oaked Chardonnay from Burgundy or California, or a dry Viognier — the floral and cream notes in both complement the wrapper's character beautifully
Non-Alcoholic
A medium-roast single-origin Colombian coffee with light cream, or a chamomile and honey tea to mirror the floral-vanilla profile of the Connecticut shade
Who Should Smoke This?
Meet Daniel. He is 38, a project manager who spends his weekdays herding deadlines and his weekends restoring a 1972 Volvo in his garage. He has been smoking cigars for about three years, mostly medium-bodied robustos from Fuente and Padrón, but he is growing tired of the pepper-heavy arms race. On a Saturday morning, after the lawn is mowed and the coffee is brewed, he wants something that lasts — not a nicotine nap, but a companion for the slow hours before the family wakes. He pulls the Mighty Mighty from his humidor because it is affordable enough to smoke without ceremony, yet refined enough to make him pause. He lights it on the porch, the sun already warm on his shoulders, and settles into a canvas chair. The cigar gives him cream and cedar and a quiet, grassy hum that matches the birdsong. It does not challenge him; it accompanies him. By the time the ash reaches the band, he has solved a nagging problem with the carburetor, planned the week's dinners, and remembered why he started smoking cigars in the first place — not for the rush, but for the rhythm.
Bottom Line
The Brick House Connecticut Mighty Mighty is a masterclass in large-format restraint, delivering a creamy, nuanced profile that defies its budget price point. It is the daily driver for the smoker who values a long, composed session over a fleeting burst of intensity. Buy a box; your Saturday mornings will thank you.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brick House Connecticut Double Connecticut Mighty Mighty a strong cigar?
No, it is rated Mild-Medium (2/5) on the strength scale. This means the nicotine delivery is gentle and gradual, producing a relaxed, contemplative state rather than a head rush. Even with its 60-ring gauge, the large format cools the smoke and spreads the nicotine delivery over a longer period, making it suitable for a morning or early afternoon session without overwhelming the system.
What does Brick House Connecticut Double Connecticut Mighty Mighty taste like?
The flavor arc is defined by cream and toasted nuts. The first third opens with fresh cream, white pepper, and toasted almonds over a grassy, hay-like base. The second third introduces light cedar, cashew, and a bready, doughy quality with vanilla bean and mild earth. The final third settles into toasted bread, light oak, lingering cream, and a whisper of honey and macadamia on the retrohale.
How long does Brick House Connecticut Double Connecticut Mighty Mighty take to smoke?
Given its Giant/Gordo vitola and 6.0 x 60 dimensions, you should budget between 90 minutes and two hours for a relaxed session. The low draw resistance and generous smoke production mean it burns at a steady, cool pace, but the sheer volume of tobacco requires a patient commitment.
What is the best pairing for Brick House Connecticut Double Connecticut Mighty Mighty?
For a spirit, a light Highland Scotch like Glenmorangie Original is ideal — its citrus and honey notes mirror the cigar's vanilla and cream without overpowering the delicate wrapper. If you prefer non-alcoholic, a medium-roast single-origin Colombian coffee with light cream amplifies the bready, nutty mid-section while cutting through the lingering creaminess.
Is Brick House Connecticut Double Connecticut Mighty Mighty good for beginners?
Yes, with a caveat. The Mild-Medium strength is forgiving, and the creamy, non-aggressive flavor profile is approachable for a novice palate. However, the 60-ring gauge and two-hour smoking time can be physically demanding for someone unaccustomed to holding a large cigar. A beginner would be better served by the smaller Robusto or Corona vitola in the same line to build up to this format.
Where can I buy Brick House Connecticut Double Connecticut Mighty Mighty?
As a General Cigar Co. product, it is widely available at brick-and-mortar tobacconists, major online cigar retailers like Cigars International and Famous Smoke Shop, and through General Cigar's own e-commerce channels. Given its Everyday tier pricing, it is a staple stock item for most well-stocked humidors.
What is the price of Brick House Connecticut Double Connecticut Mighty Mighty?
The Mighty Mighty sits in the $8 to $12 per cigar range, which positions it as a high-value everyday smoke. This price point is remarkable given the Honduran construction quality and the pre-aged tobaccos, making it a direct competitor to cigars that cost twice as much.
Is Brick House Connecticut Double Connecticut Mighty Mighty worth aging?
Not particularly. The tobaccos are pre-aged prior to rolling, and there is no documented evidence of extended post-production aging benefits. The Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper is already at its peak of creamy, grassy expression. While it will not degrade, it is unlikely to develop significant new complexity beyond six months of rest. Smoke it fresh to enjoy the blend as intended.
What wrapper does Brick House Connecticut Double Connecticut Mighty Mighty use?
It uses an Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper, which is a pale golden-hay leaf grown under shade tents to produce a silky, delicate texture. This wrapper is the primary source of the cigar's signature creaminess, grassy notes, and subtle floral undertones, and it is notoriously difficult to blend with strong fillers without becoming bitter — a challenge this blend meets with balance.
Where is Brick House Connecticut Double Connecticut Mighty Mighty made?
It is hand-rolled in Danlí, Honduras, at the Toraño/General Cigar facilities. This factory is known for its structural integrity and consistent construction, which is evident in the Mighty Mighty's even burn and firm ash. The Honduran binder and a mix of Nicaraguan and Honduran long-fillers are assembled here, benefiting from the region's expertise in large-format cigars.