This Nicaraguan firecracker packs full flavors into its compact 4-inch torpedo body with a beefy 64 ring gauge. The Ecuadorian sun-grown habano wrapper glistens with visible oils, promising intense aromas even before lighting. Oliva's short-fat "flavor bomb" design jumps straight to the core smoking experience without formalities.
The cold draw delivers damp earth and pepper. Initial puffs hit with black pepper spice (especially through the nose) backed by dark roasted coffee and unsweetened cocoa. The thick smoke feels heavy with mineral undertones.
Pepper subsides to reveal charred oak and burnt caramel sweetness. Retrohales show leathery depth with occasional peanut shell bitterness. Construction shines - solid ash holds 1.5 inches despite the tapered foot.
Strength builds as dark chocolate bitterness dominates. The last inch introduces espresso grounds acidity. Requires slow pacing - the wide gauge makes heat management crucial. Finish at 35-minute mark to avoid harshness.
