A toast/light and very flavorful on the 1st puff. A very prominent semi-sweet cocoa and nougat are on stage. The retro is surprisingly smooth and the finish is a super rich and oily version of the forward notes.

Well into the first 2” and still consistent with an addition of baking spice of cinnamon and light nutmeg. The draw and burn are flawless, as a bright ash starts to grow on a thin ash fringe. My fears of this being too strong of a cigar have subsided thus far and a medium cigar begins to develop.

Just passed the 2/3 marker and still quite consistent. We do see a significant increase in strength however, as a pepper befriends the cigars profile. Also noted is the finish on the mouth, which is a flavor powerhouse, encumbering the notes with an oily pepper and roasted sugar. Ending the 2/2 and the sweet component of toasted sugar transfigures to a peppery molasses.

  
 

Into the 3/3 and nothing short of a rich flavor bomb. Along with the rich and oily experience, a strength is starting to make its way as we move into the medium plus range (and climbing). Notes of a toasted bread join the consistency of this profile as we move into the concluding nub. This is where we see that legendary strength build to full.

A flawless construction and very well blended tobacco’s make this such a rich and flavorful smoke. If you’re a fan of mild, keep your distance, yowza.