This box-pressed parejo from La Flor Dominicana punches with Dominican power wrapped in Ecuadorian elegance. At 6 1/4" x54, the Air Bender Guerrero delivers LFD's signature full-strength experience priced at $9.18 per stick in 20-count boxes. Its oily Habano wrapper conceals estate-grown filler tobacco that demands your undivided attention.
First Third: Immediate black pepper spark with roasted almonds and sweet cedar. Medium smoke output carries mineral undertones beneath the spice.
Middle Third: Transitions to espresso beans and dark chocolate bitterness balanced by cinnamon warmth. Noticeable nicotine buildup through the nose.
Final Third: Charred oak and caramelized sugar dominate as the wrapper oil activates. Expect pepper resurgence and dry mineral finish - cut before last inch to avoid tar accumulation.
The triple cap holds firm despite the box press. Test draws show perfect resistance - no plugging common in dense Dominican blends. Burn line stays even without touch-ups, producing compact white ash that holds for 1.5" increments.
Pair with cold brew coffee to accentuate the cocoa notes. Avoid sugary drinks that clash with its natural sweetness. Let rest 6 months in 65% humidity to mellow the peppery edge.
