Let's cut to the chase about this Nicaraguan heavyweight sampler. This 5-stick pack ($55.50) throws down four iconic vitolas - from the quick-hitting Petit Corona (4.5"x46) to the marathon-ready Double Corona (7"x52). Medium-full strength doesn't mean subtlety; think of it as a flavor battering ram wearing velvet gloves.
The Mexican San Andrés wrapper slaps your palate with black coffee grounds and charred oak. Smoke production stays moderate - no thick plumes here. Watch that burn line though; the torpedo tends to canoe if rushed.
Nicaraguan Jalapa filler shifts gears - brown sugar sweetness cuts through initial pepper. Retrohale reveals hickory smoke and walnut skin bitterness. Perfect pairing? Cold brew coffee to match its earthy vibe.
Double corona's 7-inch journey ends with leather tannins and black tea astringency. Strength builds noticeably - newcomers might tap out past the band. Pro tip: purge aggressively to avoid tar buildup in larger ring gauges.
Five-year-aged fillers combine Estelí's volcanic soil punch (think iron-rich minerals) with Jalapa's smoother, sweeter leaves. That San Andrés wrapper? It's the dark chocolate crust on this Nicaraguan flavor pie.
