This dark beauty comes in boxes of 20, priced at $131.73 direct from Cigar Country. Measuring 6 1/8" x 52 ring gauge with a square-pressed figurado shape, the Nicaraguan-Dominican blend wears its coal-black Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper like midnight armor. Perfect for weekend warriors who crave smoke sessions lasting over an hour.
The first few puffs hit with dark chocolate and a strong espresso kick - no subtlety here. Thick smoke rolls out like morning fog, leaving a peppery tingle on the tongue. Watch that burn line though; the square press needs occasional touch-ups.
Around the 30-minute mark, leather and roasted nuts take over. The Peruvian filler shows its teeth with earthy undertones that cling to the palate. Draw stays consistent if you keep the humidity below 65%.
Last third brings surprise caramel sweetness battling cedar dryness. Strength kicks up - newbies might tap out here. Ash holds strong despite the complex filler mix, but expect some tar buildup in the nub.
Rolled at Tabacalera de García - the massive DR facility behind Montecristos and H. Upmanns. Boveda-packed cedar boxes ensure optimal shipping humidity. Needs 2-3 weeks rest in your humidor to calm the Peruvian filler's earthiness.
