Meet the PDR Small Batch Reserve Habano Wicked Pug No. 1 - a pigtail-crowned perfecto packing Nicaraguan-Dominican fire under its Brazilian Habano cloak. This 4"x60 figurado comes in boxes of 12, clocking in under $100. The Cuban-style "entubar" rolling technique creates dense smoke channels, delivering medium-full intensity without brutal punches. Perfect for backyard sessions where you want boldness without babysitting the ash.
First Inch: Opens with black pepper sprinkles over charred oak planks. Retrohale brings cinnamon-dusted espresso grounds. Smoke feels thick but moves freely, leaving clingy residue on the palate.
Middle Third: Molasses sweetness emerges as the burn line crosses the band. Savory transitions happen here - imagine smoking brisket fat rendered with brown sugar glaze. Watch for occasional tar buildup near the nub.
Final Stretch: Nicaraguan fillers flex muscle with leathery twang. Strength peaks at last two inches, pairing best with sweet iced coffee. Cut early if nicotine tolerance's low - this pug bites harder near the finish.
This Dominican roll uses Brazilian wrapper leaves aged in Piloto curing barns. Nicaraguan fillers from Estelí's volcanic soil bring mineral depth, while Dominican Criollo binder adds sweet hay notes. The "small batch" process involves 18-month fermentation in pilones - shorter than traditional Cuban methods but optimized for quicker flavor development.
