This box-pressed torpedo from Tatuaje packs Nicaraguan firepower wrapped in Connecticut Broadleaf - 6.5" of earthy sweetness priced at $11.70/stick. Rolled in Estelí with 12-year aged tobaccos, the 52-ring gauge beast darkens your ashtray for 90+ minutes. Heavy hitters who dig My Father's vibe but crave thicker smoke density should check this 2012 vintage release now hitting prime smoking window.
First Third: Instant black coffee blast with bitter cacao nibs. Savory leather notes emerge through pepper-packed smoke that clings to the palate. Ash holds solid inch despite breezy outdoor conditions.
Middle Third: Transition to burnt caramel sweetness. Nicaraguan terroir shines through - Estelí's mineral earthiness meets Jalapa's cedar undertones. Smoke output doubles, requiring slower pacing.
Final Third: Dark chocolate dipped bacon weirdness we're here for. Maple syrup vein runs through charred oak flavors. Nicotine kick sneaks up - rookie smokers tap out at 60-minute mark.
The gnarly Connecticut River Valley wrapper undergoes 18-month fermentation in pilones, developing signature molasses notes. Beneath lies Pete Johnson's signature blend: double Ligero from Jalapa Valley, Viso from Condega, plus a spicy Estelí-seco binder. Box-press design isn't just aesthetics - compressed burn path intensifies flavor concentration.
Dry-box for 48 hours pre-light. These moisture-retaining Broadleaf wrappers perform better at 62-65% RH. Pair with Mexican Coke or espresso to cut through the sweetness. Box purchase recommended - singles rarely smoke as well as aged cabinet samples.
