Djarum
Filtered Clove Cigars are known for their distinctive flavor, combining tobacco
with cloves to create a unique smoking experience highlighted by its smooth and
aromatic blend.
These
particular cigars are manufactured by PT Djarum, an Indonesian company founded
in 1951, which has grown to become a major producer of tobacco products mixed
with cloves, known as kretek in Indonesian. The company has expanded
globally and now exports its products to many international markets, including
the United States.
Indonesia,
a country where cloves have been used for centuries in cigar and cigarette
production, is particularly known for its kretek industry, where cloves
and tobacco have a deep-rooted tradition. The tradition of kretek in
Indonesia has profound historical and cultural significance, and Djarum has
played a crucial role in making these products accessible worldwide.
Djarum’s
first big success was the launch of its flagship product, Djarum Super, a
premium kretek cigarette. Over the years, the company expanded its
product range and introduced various filtered cigar versions, such as Djarum
Filtered Clove Cigars, which are very popular in several countries, including
the United States.
Adding a
filter to these cigars softens the smoking experience, making them an
attractive option for those who prefer smaller cigars with sweet and spiced
flavors, offering a more fragrant smoking experience.
Djarum
offers a variety of flavors and versions, including Djarum Black, Djarum
Special, Djarum Splash, and Djarum Mild, each with unique flavor intensities
and strengths.
The Djarum
Black line is one of the company’s most popular and iconic offerings, known not
only for its distinctive flavor but especially for its sleek, modern
appearance, featuring dark tobacco wrapped in black paper. Over the years,
Djarum has launched multiple versions within the Black line, each with unique
features aimed at different types of smokers who enjoy clove-flavored cigars.
Some of the
most popular versions include:
- Djarum Black Original: The classic and most
recognized version of the Djarum Black line. It offers an intense, robust
flavor with a thicker smoke due to the higher clove content.
- Djarum Black Ivory (Vanilla): This cigar is distinguished
by a smoother, less spicy profile compared to the classic Djarum Black.
It's designed for those seeking a lighter experience while retaining the
characteristic kretek touch.
- Djarum Black Ruby (Cherry): A recent addition to the
Black line, with a unique tobacco blend that offers a slightly fruity
taste with hints of red berries. Ideal for those looking for a sweet,
fruity smoke without being overly sugary.
- Djarum Black Emerald: Known for its refreshing
quality, this version adds a hint of menthol to enhance the clove and
tobacco blend. It’s a popular choice for those who enjoy the contrast
between menthol’s coolness and the clove’s warmth.
Other
popular Djarum versions beyond the Djarum Black include:
- Djarum Bali Hai: Known for offering an exotic
blend of flavors including tropical fruits and spices. This cigar captures
the relaxed, vibrant essence of Bali, providing a distinct smoking
experience with a fruity touch.
- Djarum Select: This option emphasizes
smoothness with a refined balance of clove and tobacco. It’s designed for
smokers who prefer a balanced cigar with slight sweet notes.
- Djarum Special: This cigar has a distinctive,
stronger, and spicier flavor compared to others. It maintains a notable
intensity, ideal for those who enjoy a robust cigar with a pronounced
clove flavor.
- Djarum Splash: Known for its fruity,
refreshing flavor profile, perfect for casual smoking. Its sweet,
fruity touch gives it a vibrant sensation.
- Djarum Sapphire: A mentholated version in the
Djarum line that combines traditional clove with a refreshing hint of
menthol. Similar to Black Emerald, Djarum Sapphire provides a fresh,
revitalizing experience with the intensity of clove.
Each of
these versions is crafted to offer a unique experience, providing smokers with
a diverse range of flavors and sensations, from fruity and sweet to spicy and
mentholated.
