Southern Draw Morning Glory Review: Specs, Price & Who It's For
Southern Draw Morning Glory Review: Specs, Price & Who It's For
Southern Draw Cigars built the Morning Glory around a light Connecticut Claro wrapper, aiming for a smoother, more approachable smoke than its punchier siblings. Here's what's in the box, what it costs, and whether it fits your rotation.
The short answer
Morning Glory is a solid pick if you want a mellow-to-medium cigar with sweet, nutty flavor instead of pepper and earth. It's rolled at the AJ Fernandez factory in Estelí, Nicaragua, a shop known for consistent construction. At roughly $11 to $13 a stick, it's an easy entry point into the Southern Draw lineup.
Specs at a glance
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Brand / line | Southern Draw Morning Glory |
| Vitolas | Robusto, Toro, Gordo |
| Sizes | 5.5" x 54 / 6" x 52 / 6.5" x 60 |
| Wrapper | Connecticut Claro (USA) |
| Binder | Habano Hybrid (Nicaragua) |
| Filler | Corojo 99 and Criollo 98 (Nicaragua) |
| Rolled at | AJ Fernandez Cigar Co., Estelí, Nicaragua |
| Blender | Robert Holt |
| Price | Roughly $11–$13 per cigar |
| Packaging | 20-count boxes; singles available |
What the Connecticut Claro wrapper brings
Connecticut Claro wrappers are grown under tents of cheesecloth, which shields the leaf from direct sun and keeps it thin, light, and low in oil. That shade-growing process is why Claro wrappers taste sweeter and milder than sun-grown leaves like Habano or Maduro. Expect flavors like buttered toast, roasted nuts, and baking spice rather than pepper or leather.
Southern Draw pairs that mellow wrapper with Nicaraguan Corojo and Criollo filler, which typically bring more body and spice on their own. The result is a blend that leans mild-to-medium instead of tasting flat — the filler gives the smoke some backbone under the wrapper's sweetness. If you've tried a straight Connecticut cigar and found it thin, this combination is worth a look.
Why AJ Fernandez's build matters
AJ Fernandez is one of the most respected factories in Estelí, known for tight, even rolls that burn well even in a beginner's hand. A well-built cigar matters more than people expect: an uneven roll can cause tunneling or a harsh, hot burn no matter how good the tobacco is. Buying from an established factory lowers the odds of a bad stick out of the box.
One aging tip: light Connecticut Claro wrappers can dry out faster than darker, oilier leaves. Keep Morning Glory at 65–70% relative humidity and check on it more often than you would a Maduro in the same humidor.
Who this cigar is for
- New-to-medium smokers who want flavor, not firepower. The mellow-medium body makes this a good match if you're moving past your very first cigars but still want something easy to enjoy with coffee or in the morning.
- Connecticut wrapper fans looking for more depth. If you like Claro sweetness but want a bit more complexity than a straight Connecticut puro, the Nicaraguan filler adds that layer.
- Budget-conscious smokers. At roughly $11–$13, it's priced well below many limited-release Nicaraguan puros while still using premium tobacco.
New to cigars entirely? Check our best cigars for beginners guide to see how Morning Glory stacks up against other starter-friendly options.
Where to buy
Browse Southern Draw Morning Glory at Famous Smoke Shop — we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
FAQ
Who makes Southern Draw Morning Glory?
It's handmade at the AJ Fernandez Cigar Co. factory in Estelí, Nicaragua, and blended by Robert Holt of Southern Draw Cigars.
How much does Southern Draw Morning Glory cost?
Expect roughly $11 to $13 per cigar, sold in 20-count boxes with singles also available.
What sizes does Morning Glory come in?
Three vitolas: a 5.5" x 54 Robusto, a 6" x 52 Toro, and a 6.5" x 60 Gordo.
What does Southern Draw Morning Glory taste like?
Expect a mellow-medium profile with roasted nuts, cream, buttered toast, baking spice, cocoa, and cedar, thanks to its Connecticut Claro wrapper over Nicaraguan filler.
Conclusion
Morning Glory is a well-built, easy-drinking cigar that gives Connecticut fans a little more depth without pushing into heavier territory. If a mellow morning smoke with real flavor sounds right, it's worth adding to your next order.
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