This figurado-shaped firecracker from Foundation Cigar Company measures 4 3/4" with a beefy 60 ring gauge, packed in red wooden boxes of 12 sticks. The dark Mexican San Andrés Maduro wrapper glistens with oils that'll leave fingerprints on your cellphone screen. At around $12.60 per cigar, it's positioned as a premium daily driver for full-bodied enthusiasts.
Initial puffs deliver black espresso bitterness with a chili-chocolate undertone. The thick smoke feels like swallowing campfire smoke - in a good way. Watch for uneven burn issues common in perfecto tips during this phase.
Transitions to charred oak and molasses sweetness. Retrohale reveals white pepper that'll make your sinuses tingle. Ash holds firm for about 1.5 inches before needing taps.
Nicaraguan terroir comes roaring through with flinty mineral notes. The last inch gets tar-heavy - classic San Andrés wrapper behavior. Pair with strong black coffee to cut through the intensity.
The triple cap unravels cleanly with a sharp cutter. Draw resistance varies between boxes - some need perfect draw tool adjustment. Box code check shows consistent 2022-2023 production dates. Let rest 60 days minimum in 65% humidity for optimal performance.
