The Tatuaje Cabaiguan No.52 Petite rolls in at 4 3/8" x 52 ring gauge, packing Nicaraguan binder/filler wrapped in Ecuadorian Connecticut leaf. This compact parejo from Pete Johnson's Miami-based lineup delivers medium-strength smoke with surprising complexity for its size. I'm digging that oily wrapper texture - feels like aged parchment between the fingers.
First Third: Immediate cedar sharpness cuts through creamy smoke. Pepper stays restrained compared to typical Tatuaje blends. Getting distinct hazelnut butter on the retrohale - like a fancy European spread.
Middle Third: Earthier tones emerge with damp oak notes. Surprise coffee bean bitterness keeps things interesting. Burn line holds razor-straight despite the thick 52 ring gauge.
Final Third: Dark chocolate takes over with lingering white pepper tingle. Watch for nicotine kick - tighter draw increases tar buildup past the halfway mark.
Rolled in Miami's El Titan de Bronze factory using Nicaraguan Jalapa Valley fillers. The Ecuadorian wrapper gets shade-grown treatment near volcanic slopes - you can taste that mineral edge. Let these rest 60+ days to mellow the initial spice pop.
