This Dominican torpedo delivers an adventure in every puff. The 6 3/5"x41 parejo comes neatly packed in boxes of 20, priced at $135 for a hearty stash. That oily maduro wrapper doesn't just look pretty - it's your first clue about the flavor bomb inside. Perfect for when you want something substantial but don't have hours to kill.
Quick Specs
- Brand: La Aurora Cigars
- Price: $135.00/box
- Count: 20 cigars
- Size: 6 3/5" x 41
- Wrapper: Brazilian Maduro
- Binder: Nicaraguan
- Filler: Nicaraguan
- Strength: ★★★☆☆ (Medium)
Smoke Session Breakdown
First Third (0-20%)
- Main event: Black pepper volleys hit your tongue first
- Backup singers: Wet earth and dried fig undertones
- Surprise guest: Almond skin bitterness in the retrohale
Middle Third (20-60%)
- Flavor shift: Coffee cream smooths out the roughness
- New players: Cocoa powder and charred oak notes emerge
- Physical feel: Moderate nicotine buzz builds gradually
Final Third (60-100%)
- Dark turn: Bittersweet dark chocolate dominates
- Texture note: Slight tar buildup requires purging
- Last call: Mineral aftertaste lingers like espresso residue
Comparative Options
- Arturo Fuente Añejo No.77: Same 5" length but 50 ring gauge • Darker maduro sweetness • Needs longer rest time
- Padrón 1964 Maduro: Nicaraguan puro alternative • Stronger nicotine kick • Rougher draw experience
- Ashton Aged Maduro 20: Lighter morning smoke • Creamier texture • Less flavor complexity
- EPC Pledge Prequel: Deeper coffee notes • Thicker smoke output • Requires slower smoking pace
Construction Notes
The Brazilian wrapper shows minimal veins with oily sheen. Firm pack density requires proper V-cut - standard guillotine might crush the head. Burn line stays sharp without canoeing. Expect solid 1.5" ash holds before natural drop.
