cigars London Ontario The 3 Leaf Forty Eight Conn is a premium handmade cigar from 3 Leaf Cigars, a boutique brand founded by Erik Wentworth and Jim Ferreira. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
It’s part of their Connecticut Shade line — the mildest blend in their portfolio — and “Conn” is short for Connecticut.
Key Details
| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Wrapper | Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade — light golden leaf, known for smooth, creamy flavor |
| Binder | Dominican |
| Filler | Aged Dominican & Nicaraguan tobaccos |
| Size | 6 × 48 (Toro) |
| Strength | Mild-to-Medium |
| Format | Sold as singles (S) or boxes |
| Price | Around $10–11 per stick |
Flavor Profile
Based on reviews of other 3 Leaf Connecticut sizes, the Forty Eight Conn is likely to deliver: ...........................................
- Early – Honey, graham cracker, bread, cedar, light white pepper
- Mid – Creamy caramel sweetness, mixed nuts, a hint of hay
- Finish – Earthiness with lingering vanilla and snickerdoodle-like sweetness
Name Meaning
- 3 Leaf → Refers to their blending philosophy of combining wrapper, binder, and filler harmoniously.
- Forty Eight → The ring gauge (48/64 inch) of the cigar. cigars London Ontario
- Conn → Short for Connecticut Shade wrapper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If you want, I can also give you a side-by-side comparison between the 3 Leaf Forty Eight Conn and the 3 Leaf Forty Eight Habano so you can see how the flavor and strength differ. That would help if you’re deciding between them.
