Let's cut straight to this figurado-shaped stogie that'll set you back $166.32 for a box of 20. The 6¼" cigar boasts a 54 ring gauge Brazilian cobra wrapper hiding a multinational party of Dominican, Cuban and Brazilian tobaccos. While technically categorized as medium-full strength, I'd place it firmly in the upper-medium bracket - perfect for those who want flavor without throat punishment.
The initial puffs deliver earthy sweetness reminiscent of dark honey, with a surprising cedar undertone cutting through the Brazilian wrapper's natural spice. Minimal smoke output - don't expect huge clouds here.
Dominican filler takes center stage with roasted coffee bean and bitter chocolate notes. Watch for slight tunneling if you're smoking faster than 1 puff/minute. The ash holds solid for about 1.5" before dropping.
Nicotine kick becomes noticeable around the 45-minute mark. Flavors shift to leather and black pepper, though some testers reported unwanted tar buildup in last 2 inches. Pro tip: pair with mineral water to cleanse the palate.
Hand-rolled in the Dominican Republic using aged tobacco from three regions: Vuelta Abajo filler (Cuba), Yaque Valley binder (Dominican Republic), and that gnarly Brazilian wrapper. Interesting fact - they use a dual fermentation process that supposedly reduces harshness.
