This torpedo-shaped figurado from Santa Damiana comes in 6x50 format, priced at $221.77 per box of 25. Its blonde Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper gives a visual nod to its mild-medium character - perfect for those sunny afternoon sessions when you want smooth smoke without nicotine punch.
The initial third delivers cashew creaminess with faint cedar undertones - textbook Connecticut Shade behavior. White pepper barely tingles the nose on retrohale. By midpoint, the nuttiness deepens into almond territory while maintaining that signature smooth draw.
Box-pressed torpedo head requires precise clipping - use a sharp v-cutter. Dominican craftsmanship shows in consistent ash that holds over 1". Expect zero wrapper splits despite the tapered shape. Lasts about 85 minutes with moderated smoke output.
Santa Damiana's Torpedo nails the morning/midday smoke category. While not groundbreaking in complexity, its $8.87/stick price makes it a prime candidate for Connecticut shade lovers wanting reliable construction without premium branding surcharges. Keep stocked for golf course outings or post-brunch unwinding.
