This Nicaraguan powerhouse comes in a hefty 7"x50 churchill format with box-pressed construction. Wrapped in oily Habano Oscuro leaf, it delivers full-bodied intensity at $11.89 per stick in 23-count boxes. The 2015 Cigar of the Year winner shows Pepin Garcia's signature spice bomb profile with surprisingly nuanced transitions.
First Third: Immediate black pepper zing meets dark chocolate bitterness. Smoke feels dense but surprisingly smooth despite 50-ring gauge. Ash holds firm with razor burn line.
Middle Third: Cedar wood emerges through espresso grounds intensity. Noticeable baking spices (cinnamon/nutmeg) balance the earthiness. Draw remains perfect with thick smoke output.
Final Third: Charred oak bitterness dominates but stays balanced by molasses sweetness. Nicotine strength becomes noticeable at 90-minute mark. Lingering pepper aftertaste demands strong coffee pairing.
The triple cap shows meticulous rolling technique. Despite box-press shape, no tunneling issues observed. Maduro wrapper feels slightly toothy but resists unravelling. Requires 40+ minute rest after shipping for optimal combustion.
