Meet the LFD Suave Maximo - La Flor Dominicana's gentle giant sporting a 6x54 Toro frame. This Connecticut-wrapped Dominican blend delivers mild sophistication at $9.63/stick in 25-count boxes. Breaking from LFD's typical full-bodied bombshells, it resurrects the brand's original 1994 recipe with modern refinement. Perfect for morning coffee pairings or introducing new smokers to premium cigars.
The cold draw releases sweet hay notes. Initial combustion brings toasted almonds and melted butter creaminess. Minimal pepper spice - just a faint white pepper tingle on retrohale. Smoke output stays moderate, burning slower than typical Dominicans.
Dominican Olor tobacco's natural sweetness emerges as honey-glazed cashews. The ash holds solid inch-long segments. Watch for subtle earthiness around the band area - reminiscent of damp forest soil after rain, never overwhelming.
Final third introduces roasted coffee beans without bitterness. The mineral finish maintains clarity despite increased nicotine. While technically capable of nubbing, I recommend stopping at 1.5" remaining to avoid muted flavors.
Rolled in Santiago's Tabacalera La Flor using vintage methods. The Connecticut wrapper undergoes 18-month fermentation - shorter than LFD's maduro lines to preserve natural sugars. Dominican Piloto Cubano binder provides structural integrity without overpowering the blend.
Prime smoking window opens 6-8 months after purchase. Pairs beautifully with light roast coffee or floral teas. While marketed as mild, the gradual nicotine build makes this better suited for after breakfast than pre-bed relaxation.
