This beefy 6x60 double magnum from PDR packs serious punch for under $10 per stick. Wrapped in oily Connecticut broadleaf maduro, the Dominican-Nicaraguan blend stays smooth despite its intimidating ring gauge. The box-pressed parejo shape feels substantial in hand - perfect for those who like their cigars with some heft.
Starts with heavy espresso bitterness and dark chocolate intensity. Black pepper zing hits the nostrils around the 15-minute mark. The tight "entubado" rolling method produces minimal smoke output initially.
Transitions into cedar wood and roasted almonds. Watch for cinnamon spice building up behind the teeth. Burn line stays razor-sharp thanks to premium leaf selection.
Leather and damp earth dominate as nicotine strength peaks. Last inch brings unexpected raisin sweetness battling through the tar buildup. Average smoke time clocks at 100-120 minutes.
Hand-rolled in Santiago using traditional Cuban "entubar" technique. Connecticut broadleaf wrapper undergoes 120-day pressure fermentation for that signature maduro darkness. Dominican dry season (70-80% humidity) curing prevents wrapper cracking in large ring gauges.
