The Art of the Perfect Pairing
There are pairings… and then there are experiences.
When you pour a glass of The Dalmore Sherry Cask Select and cut into an Epitome Habano, you are not just enjoying a drink and a cigar — you are stepping into a layered, evolving conversation of oak, spice, sweetness, and structure.
At The Epitome, we believe every cigar is a mini vacation. This pairing proves it.
Understanding The Dalmore Sherry Cask
The Dalmore Sherry Cask Select is matured in hand-selected sherry casks from Spain, giving it:
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Dark fruit richness
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Cocoa depth
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Orange zest brightness
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Warm baking spice
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Silky, structured oak
This Highland single malt carries a velvety texture with a long, elegant finish. The sherry influence brings dried figs, raisins, chocolate, and a subtle nut sweetness — all of which beg for the right cigar companion.
The Epitome Habano: Structure & Balance
Our Epitome Habano is crafted with precision and consistency — rolled in the Cuban entubado tradition for superior draw and burn. The Habano wrapper delivers:
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Bold cedar backbone
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Black pepper spark
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Creamy cocoa undertones
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Natural sweetness
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Balanced medium-plus strength
It’s refined without being aggressive. Structured without overpowering.
That balance is what makes the pairing magic.
Why This Pairing Works
1. Spice Meets Spice
The natural pepper and cedar in the Habano echo the baking spice notes in The Dalmore. Neither dominates — they harmonize.
2. Cocoa & Sherry Sweetness
The subtle cocoa and cream in the cigar amplify the dark fruit and chocolate tones of the Scotch. The sherry cask sweetness softens the Habano’s edge beautifully.
3. Oak Resonance
Both the cigar and Scotch are oak-influenced. When oak meets oak, the finish becomes longer, smoother, and more luxurious.
4. Texture Contrast
The Dalmore is silky and rounded. The Habano adds structure and body. Together, they create a mouthfeel that evolves sip after puff.
How to Enjoy It Properly
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Use a wide Glencairn or tulip glass.
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Let the Scotch breathe 5–10 minutes.
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Take a sip first.
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Light the cigar.
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Alternate slowly — do not rush.
This pairing is not meant for distraction. It’s meant for presence.
Best enjoyed:
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After a long week
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During a meaningful conversation
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Or alone in quiet reflection
Final Thoughts
Pairing The Dalmore Sherry Cask Select with an Epitome Habano is not about indulgence — it’s about appreciation.
Appreciation for craftsmanship.
Appreciation for patience.
Appreciation for time.
At The Epitome, we curate moments — not just products.
Come experience it for yourself.
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