Let's talk about the Oliva Serie V Torpedo - a box of 24 will set you back $289.80, packing 6-inch figurado sticks with a beefy 56 ring gauge. Dressed in that oily Ecuadorian Habano sun-grown wrapper, this Nicaraguan puro hits that sweet spot between medium and full strength. Perfect for when you want to taste your cigar rather than just smoke it.
The cold draw serves up raisin sweetness before lighting. Initial puffs explode with black pepper that'll make your tongue tingle, settling into espresso grounds and bitter chocolate. Watch that burn line - tends to canoe if you rush the lighting.
Nicaraguan earthiness takes center stage with damp soil notes. The retrohale brings out roasted nuts (almonds specifically) while the pepper transitions to white instead of black. Smoke output doubles here - prepare for cloud chasing.
Leather and charred meat notes emerge, with a mineral quality that divides smokers. The nicotine kick creeps up around here - not for empty stomachs. Ash holds strong but watch for tar buildup in the last inch.
The torpedo head requires a perfect cut - use a v-cutter to avoid unraveling. Wrapper shows visible oil spots and minimal veins. Box code checks show best performance with 65% RH and 18 months age. Smoke time averages 90 minutes - pair with black coffee or bourbon to cut the intensity.
