One of those sort of rustic but very appealing looking cigars, with an even roll, very toothy with slight mottling to wrapper color, a soft oil sheen, and an even medium pack. The pungent pre-light aroma really got me excited IYKYK. The smoke output was generous with a touch of firmness to the draw. The smoke texture was soft, fluffy and satisfying. The ash was pure white as the driven snow with a near flawless burn line on both samples. Flavors were sheer goodness with impeccable balance throughout. A prime example of a full bodied and full flavored dessert cigar that would be excellent in the evening after any sort of chocolate treat.
Pairing Recommendations: Dessert wines like Marsala, cream sherry, or tawny ports would make fine pairings. Also espresso or a French roast coffee with perhaps a shot of Frangelico.
Smoke time: 70 minutes
From Privada Cigar Club: “We created the idea for Privada Spirits well over 2 years ago. We realized very early on that people love cigars and spirits but they rarely did it right or understood how to pair the two together at all. So we came up with a fool proof plan for knowing what spirit goes with what cigar. Even if you do not drink alcoholic beverages, these cigars are all fantastic on their own. To create the cigars we submitted our idea for Privada Spirits to 6 different factories. In the end, Tabacalera Perla, the same manufacturer that makes our beloved Paul Stulac, outperformed all. These cigars are all natural and use natural fermentation and blending to achieve the clear flavor notes that are hard to achieve. Each one is as good as the next and each cigar on its own, released by a boutique brand, would be touted as a must try stick. How we came up with all 5 of these in one line of cigars is beyond me and a testament to the power of the Privada movement.”
Wrapper: Mexican San Andres / Binder: Nicaragua / Filler: Nicaragua
Vitola: Toro / Size: 6 x 50
Factory: Tabacalera Perla / Country of Origin: Nicaragua
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