The Crowned Heads Jericho Hill LBV comes swinging with its 6½" x 46 box-pressed lancero frame wearing a shadowy Mexican San Andrés wrapper. Packing Nicaraguan guts in both binder and filler, this $221 stick per box of 24 delivers medium-full strength for fans of thematic smoking - inspired by Johnny Cash's prison ballads and outlaw narratives. The slender shape demands patience but rewards with slow-burning complexity.
The cold draw serves barnyard earthiness before ignition. Initial puffs erupt with black pepper spice through the nose, transitioning to bittersweet cocoa core. Smoke production stays moderate - no massive plumes here. Ash holds firm in ½" segments despite the narrow ring gauge.
At the midway point, charred oak takes center stage with leather undertones. Retrohale reveals roasted coffee bean bitterness balanced by occasional maple sweetness. Burn requires minor touch-ups as wrapper thickens. Nicotine creep becomes noticeable for afternoon smokers.
The home stretch intensifies with dark chocolate dominance and espresso bitterness. Lingering licorice notes emerge alongside mineral tang. Last inch turns warm despite slow pacing, pushing nicotine to full-bodied territory. Finish leaves leathery aftertaste that pairs well with bourbon.
The box-pressed roll feels substantial despite thin diameter. Triple cap holds well with V-cut. Wrapper exhibits slight tooth and oil sheen. Draw tension runs medium-firm - perfect for 90-minute sessions. Box code hunters note 12-18 months aging sweetens the earthy core.
