This box-pressed torpedo (6"x52) packs Nicaraguan fire with a Mexican twist. At $9.63 per stick in 20-count boxes, the Murcielago Toro wears a slick San Andres Maduro wrapper hiding double Nicaraguan binders and fillers. Watch for the holographic bat band - a nod to Erik Espinosa's cave explorations that inspired this blend.
Initial punch of black pepper and minerality. Dark chocolate notes emerge through thick smoke, with burnt espresso edges. The box-press feels substantial - needs slow draws to prevent heat buildup.
Leather and charred oak take over. Sweetness appears as molasses swirling in bitter cocoa. Ash holds strong despite frequent oil spots on wrapper. Retrohale reveals cayenne pepper zing.
Nicaraguan strength shines - damp earth and iron-rich blood notes. Cherry wood sweetness battles tar buildup. Most smokers stop at 1.5" nub due to nicotine kick. Pair with espresso or bourbon.
The Jalapa/Estelí filler blend gets structure from a sturdy Nicaraguan binder. La Zona's triple fermentation process tames the San Andres wrapper's natural sweetness. Volcanic soil minerals come through strongest in final third. Box dates matter - best smoked after 6+ months rest.
