Flavored Cigars have been around for quite some time, some good and some horrible. Then a cigar comes around that changes the game. Tabak Especial Negra by Drew Estate is that cigar. This sweet-tasting Maduro has the finest, luscious, and richest Nicaraguan tobaccos infused with the most delicate coffee essences from the mountains of Jinotega Matagalapa. This cigar takes your senses for a ride with the sweetest thick smoke, soft coffee, and chocolate notes, and supple, oily wrapper. This is a great go-to for an after-dinner stick or if you crave something sweet!
STATS:
Profile: Medium
Wrapper: Sumatra
Shape: Varies
Length: Varies
Gauge: Varies
Country: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicarauan Criollo
Binder: Sumatra
Sweet: Coffee and Chocolate
Pricing: (Box of 24) - $190.25
Sizes: Robusto, Corona, Gordo, Cigarillo
First Impression:
The first thought I had when I unwrapped this cigar was, “Who the hell turned a chocolate
cake into a cigar?” The wrapper was creamy, smooth, and oily, full of supple chocolate and roasted coffees. I knew I would sincerely enjoy this cigar.
Lighting, Draw, and Burn:
The light was a little tricky due to the high humidity of the cigar. The draw was smooth and allotted for a good flow, and the burn was even but on the cooler end. This allowed the cigar to reach its full flavor potential.
Flavor:
I am not the type of cigar smoker the generally likes infused cigars, but this is an infusion made in history. This cigar is like taking a trip through Willy Wonka’s factory if it was in Nicaragua.
My Preference:
I always like to rest my cigars before smoking. For me, this allows me to give the best chance for all the flavors to have developed.
Rest: 3 weeks
Cutter: Punch
Lighter: Butane soft flame – this brings out the roasted coffee notes very slowly and provides a more luxurious,denser smoke.
Final Thoughts:
We’ve all had that great after-dinner cigar, the one that ends the night perfectly. This is one of those for me, an amazing, sweet, and rich smoke. Have it with Italian espresso or better yet Cuban coffee.