Meet the Deadwood Crazy Alice - a 4.5" figurado-shaped stogie packing sweet surprises in its petite 52-ring frame. This Drew Estate creation comes in boxes of 10 for about $70, dressed in Connecticut Shade wrapper that looks like your morning latte. Machine-made for consistency but with enough wild charm to make purists raise an eyebrow.
The closed foot lights easily, hitting you with vanilla extract sweetness straight from the bakery aisle. Airflow stays consistent despite the pyramid taper - no canoeing here. Retrohale brings out candied cherry notes that'll make Kool-Aid jealous.
Creamy chocolate emerges as the burn line crosses the ornate band. Smoke stays cool but watch that accelerated burn rate - you'll get about 25 minutes max. The Nicaraguan filler whispers earthy tones beneath the dessert storm, like finding a leather boot in your tiramisu.
Nearing the nub, a floral honey note appears just before the nicotine curtain drops. Not much strength buildup (2/5), but the flavored coating leaves sugary residue on lips. Pair with black coffee to cut the sweetness.
Handmade by skilled rollers in Nicaragua's Estelí region, these short pyramids show tight seams under their café au lait wrapper. The flavor infusion process (Drew Estate's secret sauce) means less complexity but maximum approachability. Perfect for when you want dessert without committing to a full-course meal.
