The LFD 1994 Conga grabs attention with its 5"x52 Robusto frame wrapped in slick Mexican San Andrés leaf. Released as LFD's 20th anniversary smoke, this full-strength Dominican puro carries some serious farm-to-ash credentials. Let's break down why this box-pressed beast remains a humidor staple.
First Third: Immediate black pepper slap transitions to burned caramel and wet earth. Retrohale shows minerals and cinnamon - classic Dominican twang. Burns slower than expected for 52 ring.
Mid Section: Dark chocolate dominates as the San Andrés wrapper flexes. Noticeable licorice sweetness fights through espresso bitterness. Watch that smoke output - this thing billows.
Final Stretch: Charred oak and molasses emerge. Strength builds steadily; nicotine hit sneaks up around the nub. Stop at 1.5" unless you want the room spinning.
The 1994 Conga delivers that classic LFD power trip without rough edges. While newer blends chase complexity, this anniversary stick keeps it real with straightforward dark flavors. Perfect for late-night whiskey pairings when you want flavor density over nuance. Just don't smoke it fast - that Dominican filler needs time to mellow.
