{"product_id":"buenaventura-bv500-cigar-box-of-10","title":"Buenaventura BV500 Cigar – Box of 10 | Rated 94 by Cigar Aficionado","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOld-School Character. Nicaraguan Soul.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"A single brown cigar with a gold and red band labeled 'Columbus Ventura' on a plain white background.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/3812\/0203\/files\/BV-500.jpg?v=1783860164\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBuenaventura BV500 by Curivari\u003c\/strong\u003e is a pressed Nicaraguan puro that wears its heritage proudly. Dressed in a vintage-style cigar band and simple yet elegant packaging, it's a cigar that signals quality without showmanship — exactly the kind of understated confidence that defines the Curivari house style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes the Buenaventura blend stand out is Curivari's rare decision to incorporate tobacco from Condega — a region they typically shy away from. Combined with tobaccos from Jalapa and Estelí, the result is a distinctly characterful puro that punches above its modest presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 5¼ × 50, this pressed Robusto Extra delivers a medium-bodied smoke with a decidedly creamy texture. Roasted peanuts lead the way, giving way to a long, flavourful finish with notes of graham crackers — satisfying, approachable, and consistently well-constructed from first light to final third.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a popular choice for wedding cigars and we affectionately refer to the box of cigars as the wedding cigar box. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoasted peanuts \u0026amp; creamy texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToasted cedar \u0026amp; subtle spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGraham cracker finish — long and flavourful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCigar Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buenaventura by Curivari\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLine:\u003c\/strong\u003e BV500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Box of 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5¼ × 50 (Pressed Robusto Extra)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiller:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaragua (Jalapa, Estelí, Condega)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaragua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWrapper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nicaragua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade, long-filler, box-pressed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect Pairing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BV500’s creamy texture and roasted peanut notes make it a natural match for \u003cstrong\u003ewheated bourbons\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the softer grain profile won’t compete with the cigar’s delicate Condega character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/3812\/0203\/files\/MAKERS46.webp?v=1783681651\" alt=\"Maker's Mark No. 46 French Oak bourbon bottle on a white background\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackpoolbourbon.com\/products\/makers-mark-46-47-abv-30ml-sample?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=5149b87ba\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Maker’s Mark 46\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker’s Mark 46\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — vanilla and caramel sweetness echoes the graham cracker finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackpoolbourbon.com\/products\/larceny-small-batch-bourbon-30ml-sample?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=74dbc8995\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"Larceny Small Batch Bourbon Whiskey | 46% Abv | 30ml Sample\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarceny \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003eSmall Batch\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e— rich wheat mash with a warmth that complements the creamy draw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackpoolbourbon.com\/products\/weller-12-year-old-bourbon-mini-sample-bottle-30ml-46-5-abv?_pos=2\u0026amp;_sid=dc82f2d09\u0026amp;_ss=r\" title=\"W.L. Weller 12 Year\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eW.L. Weller 12 Year\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — oily mouthfeel and depth that pairs beautifully with the slow, even burn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAvoid high-rye bourbons (e.g. Bulleit, Four Roses Single Barrel) — the spice can overpower the BV500’s subtler, creamier profile.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAge verification required at checkout. This product is intended for adult smokers aged 18 and over.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curivari","offers":[{"title":"10 x Buenaventura BV500 Cigars - Boxed","offer_id":53237267988747,"sku":"CIGAR-BUENA-500-BOX-10","price":132.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"1 x Buenaventura BV500 Cigar - 1 Stick","offer_id":53237268021515,"sku":"CIGAR-BUENA-500-1STICK","price":13.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0918\/3812\/0203\/files\/Buenaventura_BV500_Cigar.png?v=1783859775","url":"https:\/\/blackpoolbourbon.com\/products\/buenaventura-bv500-cigar-box-of-10","provider":"Bourbon Blackpool","version":"1.0","type":"link"}