Meet the Tatuaje Cabaiguan Guapos Junior Maduro - a 4⅝"x42 petit corona packing bold Cuban-style flair from Nicaraguan soil. Priced at $135/box of 20, this Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro-wrapped stogie blends Nicaraguan spice with creamy undertones, perfect for that 45-minute coffee break ritual. Crafted by rockstar blenders Pete Johnson and Jaime García at My Father Cigars factory, it's the "compact flavor bomb" choice for busy aficionados.
First Third (0-15 mins): Immediate Nicaraguan pepper blast mellows into cedar planks and roasted cashews. Thick cream texture balances the spice, with faint cinnamon sticking to the lips.
Middle Third (15-30 mins): Earthy espresso tones emerge as the burn line crosses the band. Watch for occasional tar buildup - quick cutter refresh recommended. Sweetness peaks here like baker's chocolate melting on tongue.
Final Third (30-45 mins): Intensity spikes with leather and charred oak. Nicaraguan mineral tang becomes pronounced, though never harsh. Best part? No bitterness even when nubbed - a true testament to My Father's fermentation skills.
This stick's magic springs from:
Pro tip: Age these 6+ months in 65% humidity to amplify the maduro's molasses character. The triple cap construction holds up beautifully - no unwrapping disasters here.
