The La Antiguedad Toro by My Father Cigars hits you with that classic Nicaraguan punch in a 5 5/8" x 55 box-pressed format. This dark Ecuadorian Habano Rosado Oscuro wrapper hides three and a half years of aged tobacco - perfect for when you're craving that vintage smoking vibe without hunting down actual antique cigars.
Cold draw serves black pepper with a hint of raisin sweetness. Initial puffs deliver cedar and roasted nuts - classic My Father profile but dialed back. Smoke production stays moderate, perfect for indoor sessions without setting off fire alarms.
Flavor shifts to leather and dark chocolate around the halfway point. The Nicaraguan binder starts flexing with espresso bitterness balanced by an undercurrent of caramel. Watch for slightly uneven burn requiring one touch-up.
Last inch amps up the intensity - charred oak and mineral notes dominate. Retrohale brings cinnamon spice through the nose. Strength creeps into full territory, though less nicotine-heavy than the Le Bijou line. Cut it short if you're sensitive to tar buildup.
Smoked sample had 6 months humidor aging. Wrapper showed minimal veins and good oil sheen. Pair with Ethiopian coffee or aged rum - skip sugary drinks unless you want flavor clash. Construction held firm to nub, though I tapped out with 1" remaining due to accumulating bitterness.
