Let's talk about the Perdomo Double Aged 12-Year Vintage Maduro Churchill - a Nicaraguan powerhouse wrapped in that gorgeous dark maduro leaf. This 7"x56 churchill comes packed with tobacco that's seen more aging than most boutique whiskeys. At $243 for 24 sticks, you're getting serious bang-for-buck in the premium cigar world.
The cold draw hits with molasses sweetness. Initial light-up delivers black pepper kick that settles into espresso grounds and burnt caramel. Thick smoke output - need a clean ashtray for these massive 56-ring ashes.
Pepper transitions to roasted nuts (almond/walnut mix) with a creamy undertone. Watch for occasional tar buildup near the band - quick purge brings back the sweet woody notes. Burn line stays razor-sharp if you're patient between puffs.
Leather and dark chocolate dominate as nicotine strength creeps up. The maduro sweetness turns savory - think beef jerky marinade. Stop before nub stage unless you're chasing that nicotine buzz.
What makes this stick special? That double aging process - 10 years in bales plus 2 in bourbon barrels. Perdomo's vertical integration from Nicaraguan fields to Miami QA shows in the consistent roll quality. Pro tip: These smoke best at 65% humidity to keep that maduro wrapper from getting fussy.
