These little Dominican firecrackers pack big flavor in small packages. The AVO Classic Puritos measures 4"x30rg - perfect for a 20-minute smoke break. That Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper glows like polished amber, hiding Dominican piloto cubano filler that's been aging since the Clinton administration. I keep a tin in my glovebox for unexpected cigar emergencies.
Cold Draw: Hay sweetness with faint cedar. The pre-light aroma smells like a humidor full of dollar bills - crisp and slightly woody.
White pepper kicks in immediately, mellowing into cashew butter. Smoke output stays minimal, perfect for stealth-smoking. Construction holds firm with straight burn line.
Creaminess emerges - think latte foam rather than whipped cream. The Dominican tobacco shows its pedigree with baking spice notes (cinnamon stick, not pumpkin spice). Ash holds 1" before dropping cleanly.
Mineral tang develops, like licking a limestone cliff. Nicotine buzz remains manageable (half a espresso shot level). Stopped at nub with minimal tar buildup.
The wrapper grows under Ecuadorian cloud cover, developing thinner veins than Connecticut-grown counterparts. Dominican fillers come from Henke Kelner's experimental plots in Cibao Valley - his secret sauce blending piloto cubano and san vicente varietals. Rolled at the same facility that produces Davidoff’s value lines.
Pair with: Cortado coffee or dry cider. Avoid clipping - the flat cap lights easier when pierced. Rotate tins monthly if storing beyond 6 months. These actually improve with slight overhumidification (72% RH ideal).
