This torpedo-shaped stogie from the Dominican Republic packs serious value in its 6.5"x52 frame. Coming in jars of 19 sticks priced around $325, it features a unique combo of 7-year-aged Connecticut Broadleaf Rosado wrapper with Nicaraguan and Dominican filler tobaccos. The blue-and-gold band makes it instantly recognizable in your humidor.
Sharp cedar and roasted nuts hit immediately with a black pepper tingle on retrohale. The Connecticut wrapper delivers unexpected cocoa powder sweetness that cuts through the initial spice.
Flavors mellow into leather and espresso territory while maintaining excellent smoke output. Watch for a mineral tang that occasionally peeks through - characteristic of Dominican puros.
Nicaraguan fillers take over with baking spices and dark chocolate bitterness. The last inch gets earthy with noticeable nicotine strength. Ash holds strong through most sessions.
The oily wrapper shows minimal veins and solid bunching. Double caps suggest proper vintage-era rolling techniques. While some may find the tapered foot requires extra toasting, it helps maintain even burns.
Let these rest 6-8 weeks post-shipping. The jar packaging sometimes traps excess humidity. Pair with Dominican rum or espresso to enhance the chocolatey undertones.
