This Nicaraguan puro comes in aluminum tubes that keep the 6"x54 box-pressed torpedoes pristine. The medium-bodied blend shows why RyJ's non-Cuban lineup holds its own - smooth enough for afternoon smokes yet packing enough flavor to satisfy regular cigar lovers. At around $7 per stick in 20-count boxes, it's positioned as an affordable daily driver with decent complexity.
Cold Draw: Sweet cedar with faint raisin notes. The box-press feels substantial between fingers without being cumbersome.
First Third: Creamy cashew butter dominates, accompanied by baking spices. Smoke production stays moderate - no massive clouds but consistent output. Burn line stays sharp despite breezy conditions.
Middle Third: Develops coffee bean bitterness balancing the initial sweetness. Retrohale reveals white pepper tingle without harshness. Ash holds solid inch-plus despite walking the dog between puffs.
Final Third: Earthier tones emerge - think damp oak bark rather than heavy cocoa. Slight nicotine buzz creeps in around 75-minute mark. The tube kept humidity perfect, though I'd still recommend dry-boxing for smoother combustion.
Rolled at La Romana's Tabacalera de García factory using Grupo de Maestros' blending expertise. The Dominican/Nicaraguan filler combo gets better integration than most new world puros. Boxes ship with 69% Boveda packs - overkill for long-term storage but ensures smokable condition upon arrival.
