This Dominican puro with its silky Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper rolls into a compact 99mm x 30 ring gauge format that fits perfectly between meetings. At under $2.6 per stick in 40-count boxes, these machine-made minis deliver consistent morning coffee pairings for budget-conscious smokers. The mild-medium blend transitions smoothly from nutty creaminess to coffee-tinged earthiness without overwhelming newbies.
Initial draws reveal toasted almonds and faint cinnamon through thin, blue-tinged smoke. The Connecticut wrapper shines here with hay sweetness offset by white pepper tingle on the retrohale. Burn line stays razor-sharp despite quick puffing.
Dominican piloto cubano tobacco takes over with damp earth and roasted coffee beans. Occasional mineral notes emerge - think licking a wet river stone. Smoke output increases slightly but never becomes billowy.
Last inch brings predictable but pleasant leather flavors with a burnt caramel finish. Heat management becomes crucial - purge when the cigar shortens to 1.5" to avoid bitterness. Total smoke time averages 27 minutes.
The triple-layered Ecuadorian wrapper feels slightly papery but holds firm during smoking. Machine-bunching creates denser foot sections - expect tighter draws in first five minutes. Box code lookup shows 6-month factory aging typical for this line.
