This thick 6x60 stick from Drew Estate's budget line delivers surprising complexity behind its rustic appearance. The Sun Grown Habano wrapper smells like barnyard earthiness with a sweet hay undertone - classic Nicaraguan vibes without the premium price tag.
Punches above its price with immediate cedar and roasted cashews. White pepper spice tingles the tongue through the retrohale. Burn line stays sharp despite the 60-ring girth.
Leather and espresso notes emerge, backed by the wrapper's caramelized sweetness. Watch for occasional tunneling - a common quirk in budget sticks. Pair with black coffee to enhance the cocoa undertones.
Becomes more one-dimensional with damp earth and black pepper dominance. The thick gauge keeps temperatures manageable, though nicotine buildup creeps in during the last inch.
