The El Centurion H2KCT Corona offers a box-pressed 5½" x 48 Nicaraguan puro crafted with three-year-aged tobaccos. Wrapped in the unique H-2K-CT hybrid leaf from Connecticut, it bridges the gap between classic Shade and Broadleaf wrappers. This medium-full bodied smoke delivers surprising depth at $7.83 per stick, making it a solid choice for experienced smokers seeking complexity without breaking the bank.
First Third: Opens with creamy cedar notes and subtle honey sweetness. The box-press shape provides perfect draw resistance, producing medium smoke output.
Middle Third: Earthiness intensifies alongside roasted coffee bean flavors. Watch for intermittent pepper spikes that keep the palate engaged without overwhelming.
Final Third: Dark chocolate bitterness emerges, balanced by lingering cherry undertones. The last inch develops slight tar buildup - better to end early than force through.
The semi-glossy wrapper shows visible tooth with minimal veins. Triple-seam cap holds firm through multiple cuts. Burn requires 2-3 corrections per stick - carry a torch for outdoor sessions.
All tobaccocks originate from the Garcia family's Esteli fields, fermented using the "barrica" stacking method that enhances sugar crystallization. The Corona vitola benefits from thicker mid-priming leaves in the filler blend.
