The La Flor Dominicana Ligero Torpedito Cabinet Oscuro packs a punch in its compact 4 3/4" x 50 figurado shape. Sold in boxes of 40 for $320.40, this Dominican powerhouse uses LFD's estate-grown ligero tobacco from the top third of sun-drenched plants. Its oily Oscuro wrapper hints at the flavor storm within - a cigar best approached after a meal by experienced smokers ready for its full-bodied intensity.
First Third: Immediate black pepper and espresso notes cut through with mineral undertones. The dense smoke feels substantial but never harsh, with perfect draw resistance.
Middle Third: Charred oak and roasted nuts emerge as the burn line progresses, accompanied by a cinnamon-like spice that tingles the lips. Ash holds firm in tight gray rings.
Final Third: Dark chocolate bitterness balances a surprising cherry sweetness in the retrohale. Strength builds steadily - by the nub, I noticed mild nicotine dizziness despite slow pacing.
Grown in Santiago Valley's iron-rich soil, the ligero filler undergoes 120-day fermentation in LFD's Dominican aging barns. The Brazilian/Mexican Oscuro wrapper adds molasses depth while the San Vicente binder ensures even combustion. Their proprietary "Volado-Ligero" layering technique achieves both intense flavor and consistent burn.
