The Liga Privada Unico Serie Feral Flying Pig from Drew Estate stands out as a 5 3/8" figurado-shaped beast with a commanding 60 ring gauge. This Nicaraguan-crafted smoke comes packed in boxes of 10 at $213.75 a pop, flaunting an oily Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper that looks like it's been dipped in melted dark chocolate. The pigtail cap and closed foot design make lighting this firecracker a conversation starter before you even take the first puff.
The cold draw punches you with pepper-dusted earth. On ignition, the closed foot gives three seconds of resistance before unleashing roasted coffee beans and cocoa nibs. Smoke production feels like exhaling storm clouds - thick enough to slice. Watch the ash; it holds firm past two inches like it's glued together.
At the halfway mark, the Nicaraguan fillers start flexing. Black pepper transitions to smoked meat vibes, with hickory undertones cutting through the sweetness. Retrohales deliver cayenne heat that's more warm blanket than punch to the nose. Draw stays smooth despite the tapered shape.
The last act brings bitter baker's chocolate and charred cedar. Nicotine strength sneaks up like a linebacker - not quite dizzying but demands respect. Tar builds up near the pigtail cap around the 90-minute mark. Pair with strong coffee unless you want your teeth stained mahogany.
The pigtail cap requires precise cutting - bite off too much and you'll unravel the wrapper. Box-pressed foot needs proper toasting despite its thick gauge. Out of three samples tried, all held 1.5"+ ash. Let it rest at 65% RH for at least 60 days to tame the nicotine kick.
