The Surrogates 6 Pack Sampler from Tatuaje offers a nicotine-fueled journey through six different 5-6" Nicaraguan blends. This mixed box delivers assorted ring gauges between 50-56 with Connecticut Broadleaf and Ecuador Habano wrappers - perfect for exploring Pete Johnson's boutique creations without committing to full boxes. At under $50 for six sticks, it's the ultimate "try before you buy" deal for bold flavor chasers.
First Third: Expect immediate pepper spray from Nicaraguan fillers - Bone Crusher's broadleaf starts with black coffee bitterness while Crystal Baller's habano wrapper brings raisin sweetness. Tight draws on Skull Breaker require deliberate puffing.
Mid Section: Smoke output doubles around the 1" burn mark. Leather and charred oak notes dominate, with occasional baking spice flickers. Watch for canoeing on thinner-ringed vitolas - keep that lighter handy.
Final Stretch: Last third turns into a nicotine gauntlet. Broadleaf wrappers develop licorice tar notes while habanos get nutty. Ash holds past 2" but prepare for tongue bite - these aren't beginner sticks.
Mixed bag in literal terms - Broadleaf-wrapped sticks show toothy textures with lumpy rolls, while Ecuadorian habanos appear smoother but thinner. All six held 1.5"+ ash despite visible seams. Two cigars needed touch-ups mid-burn, typical for small-batch Nicaraguan puros.
