Meet the Rocky Patel Olde World Reserve Corojo Sixty - a box-pressed Honduran powerhouse with Nicaraguan guts. This 6x60 toro-sized stick comes in boxes of 20 for around $223, packing medium strength perfect for afternoon sessions. The oily Corojo wrapper practically winks at you with that signature Rocky Patel bling band, looking like it's ready to party straight out the humidor.
The initial punches hit with black pepper and cedar spice that'll wake up your sinuses. Smoke output stays moderate - not a chimney but enough to fog up your patio table. I noticed faint nutmeg undertones hiding beneath the pepper storm.
As the burn line crosses the band, the Nicaraguan core flexes its muscles. Dark chocolate and espresso notes muscle through the spice, though that Corojo zing keeps dancing on your tongue. Smoke gets creamier here, sticking to your palate like good whiskey.
Leather and earth tones dominate the home stretch with an emerging sweetness that's not quite dessert-like. Watch for slight tar buildup past the nub - common in 60-ring gauges. The nicotine kick stays manageable but might buzz newbies.
Rolled at Rocky's flagship El Paraiso factory in Honduras, this box-pressed beast shows off tight seams and perfect draw resistance. The triple cap unwrapped cleanly with my Xi1 cutter. Burn needed one minor touch-up halfway - impressive for such a fat ring gauge.
Let these rest at 65% RH for 6+ weeks if you get the box mail call fresh. The Corojo wrapper tends to mellow beautifully with some nap time. Pairs best with oaky bourbons or Cuban coffee to match its boldness.
