This Nicaraguan powerhouse from My Father Cigars demands attention with its 7x70 gordo frame wrapped in oily Connecticut Broadleaf. Priced at $156.24 for 14 sticks, it packs medium-full strength that'll make your taste buds sit up straight. I'm always amazed how Jaime Garcia balances that signature Esteli punch with sneaky smoothness.
The initial puffs hit with charred oak and black pepper - classic Garcia family greeting. Dark cocoa emerges around the inch mark, riding a wave of thick smoke that coats the tongue. Burns slower than my morning coffee brew despite the massive ring gauge.
Leather takes center stage with espresso undertones. Noticeable nicotine buzz kicks in here - pair with sweet tea unless you're aiming for liftoff. Draw stays perfect despite the fat vitola, a testament to their rolling prowess.
Unexpected twist: burnt caramel sweetness cuts through the earthy base. Tar buildup requires purging past the halfway point. Watch that intense heat retention in last two inches - slow down or risk scorching those premium fillers.
Rolled in Esteli's volcanic soil region, these use Garcia family-reserved ligero leaves aged in Caribbean-style pilones. That maduro wrapper undergoes 18-month fermentation - you can taste the patience in every draw. Pro tip: let them acclimate 2 weeks minimum post-shipping for optimal combustion.
