This beefy 6x60 box-pressed parejo packs bold flavors without breaking the bank. For around $11 per stick, the Mexican San Andres wrapper glistens with oily sheen, draped over a Dominican-Nicaraguan core. The "Double Magnum" name ain't kidding - it's got that hefty 60 ring gauge but manages surprisingly smooth draws. Let's dig into why this Maduro deserves shelf space next to your heavy hitters.
Cold draw brings moist earth and molasses. The initial puff punches with espresso bitterness, softened by milk chocolate undertones. Smoke production surprises - thick plumes despite the compact roll. Watch the burn line; mine needed two touch-ups in the first inch.
Flavors mellow into a chocolate-covered cherry vibe. Retrohale reveals black pepper zing that lingers longer than your average Maduro. Ash holds strong in 1.5" chunks. The Nicaraguan filler starts flexing - that signature Jalapa mineral note creeps in.
Leather and walnut dominance now. Strength ramps up - nicotine buzz creeps in at the band point. Last inch gets spicy with cayenne heat, though the San Andres keeps sweetness in check. Pair with cold brew to counterbalance the intensity.
Rolled at PDR's Dominican factory using their Tripa Larga method. Wrapper shows visible veins but doesn't unravel. Box date codes show 2+ years of age on recent shipments. Store at 65% RH minimum - the dense roll needs extra humidity for optimal combustion.
