The Crowned Heads Lawless Yellow Rose stands out with its 6 1/4" figurado shape wrapped in oily USA Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro. Priced at $233.10 per box of 20, this Nicaraguan-made torpedo packs a medium-full punch with 54 ring gauge girth. The yellow foot ribbon nods to its Texas theme - a nice departure from traditional bands. Just don't expect these to stay in stock long once word gets out about that My Father Cigars factory magic.
The cold draw serves up damp earth and black pepper. Initial puffs hit with charred oak bitterness that settles into molasses sweetness - classic Maduro whiplash. Smoke production stays moderate despite the box-press, leaving thick toothy ash.
At the halfway point, the Nicaraguan core flexes with leathery depth. Baking spices emerge - think allspice and nutmeg - riding a current of semi-sweet cocoa. Retrohale brings mild nicotine tingle, warning of the strength buildup to come.
Down to the last two inches, tar accumulation becomes apparent. Flavors shift toward dark roast coffee with a licorice twist. The body crosses into full territory here. Most smokers tap out before the band to avoid harshness - smart move with this heavy hitter.
The figurado shape burns surprisingly even for such a tapered vitola. Box-pressing creates sharp edges that soften after the first inch. Wrapper sheen suggests good humidor conditioning - our sample smoked at 65% RH showed zero cracking. The yellow satin foot ribbon stays intact through the session.
