The Surrogates Tramp Stamp by Tatuaje punches well above its 5¼" x 48 frame, packing Nicaraguan guts into a compact parejo format. Priced at $153/box of 20, this full-bodied stogie comes wrapped in Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro leaf - a feisty choice for smokers who want boldness without marathon smoking sessions. Pete Johnson's rebel child rolls with visible seams under its dark wrapper, capped with a playful pigtail twist that's become its signature.
Right off the punch cut, expect black pepper to shotgun your palate alongside espresso grounds. The dark wrapper delivers charred oak notes within 5 puffs, with molasses sweetness struggling to balance the intensity. Smoke output stays moderate - no thick plumes here.
At the 20-minute mark, the profile shifts toward dried cherry and roasted cashews. Pepper transitions to cinnamon spice while the burn line holds razor-sharp. Watch for slight tunneling if smoked faster than 1 puff/45 seconds.
Entering the last inch, bitter chocolate and licorice take over. Nicotine buildup becomes pronounced despite the short format - newbies might want to pair it with sweetened coffee. The ash holds tight but expect some wrapper flaking near the band.
