La Aurora's 1903 Edition Diamond Broadleaf Toro comes swinging with a 54-ring girth packed into 5¾ inches of Dominican craftsmanship. This box-pressed parejo costs $226.80 for 18 sticks, making it about $12.60 per smoke. The Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper shows off that classic oily sheen we crave, housing Nicaraguan and Dominican fillers that promise full-bodied adventures.
Cold draw serves black coffee bean and damp earth. Initial puffs deliver a pepper kick that settles into cedar planks and heavy cream. Smoke output stays medium, leaving salted cashew residue on the lips.
Twists into baking spices - think nutmeg-dusted cappuccino. Retrohale reveals singed caramel edges. Burn line holds razor-sharp despite the broadleaf's reputation for inconsistency.
Mineral tang emerges alongside charred hickory notes. Final inch brings espresso bitterness that demands slow pacing. Total smoking time clocks 85 minutes with proper cadence.
Rolled in Santiago's La Aurora factory using Cibao Valley tobaccos. The volcanic soil mineral profile cuts through the Broadleaf's natural sweetness. Aging: 18 months minimum before boxing.
