This 6x52 toro from PDR Cigars blends Dominican and Nicaraguan fillers under an Ecuadorian sun-grown claro wrapper, retailing at $8.52/stick in 20-count boxes. The medium roast coffee infusion makes it stand out from regular 1878 line, delivering consistent draw and tight ash formation that's earned its 88-91 ratings from major publications.
First Third: Immediate espresso bean and roasted almond notes with dark chocolate shavings. Moderate smoke output with caramelized sweetness lingering on the palate.
Middle Third: Intensified coffee profile intertwined with cedar wood. Hints of leather and cinnamon emerge, accompanied by subtle black pepper kick that adds dimensionality.
Final Third: Charred coffee grounds dominate alongside unsweetened cocoa. Mineral notes and natural tobacco sweetness balance the increased tar buildup, recommended to nub before the last inch.
The dark maduro wrapper shows slight oil sheen with minimal veining. Dominican binder ensures even burn line despite the 52 ring gauge, though occasional relights needed in final third. Triple cap holds firm during clipping.
Blending Dominican Piloto Cubano filler (sweetness) with Nicaraguan Jalapa leaf (strength), wrapped in Ecuadorian Habano Maduro grown in volcanic soil. Rolled at PDR's Dominican factory maintaining 70% RH during fermentation.
