This mild-medium Nicaraguan puro comes packed in boxes of 20 robustos, sporting a 5x50 frame beneath its golden Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper. At $162 per box, it's positioned as an approachable daily smoker for those who prefer creamy textures over bold punches. The cigar feels heavier than its mild profile suggests, with a firm roll that promises even burning.
The initial third hits with toasted cashew and wheat crackers - think buttered popcorn without the salt. Smoke output stays modest, requiring deliberate puffs every 90 seconds to maintain combustion. Midway through, the texture thickens into oat milk consistency as dried apricot sweetness emerges. Final inches introduce pencil shavings aroma mixed with faint baking spices, though nicotine stays below buzz threshold.
Expect minimal wrapper seams and cap integrity that survives punch cuts. The box-pressed shape resists rolling on flat surfaces, while the ash holds firm for 1.5-2" segments. Our sampled box showed minor draw variance between cigars - two needed extra post-purchase humidor time to open up.
Rolled at Tabacalera Oliva de Estelí using hybrid techniques: Cuban-style fermentation meets modern quality control. Jalapa valley fillers contribute the nutty base, while Estelí-grown binder leaves add structure without overpowering the delicate Ecuadorian wrapper. Aging clocks in at 12 months pre-boxing.
