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Davidoff Cigars Davidoff Escurio Corona Gorda (2016)
Davidoff Escurio Corona Gorda (2016) Size: 5 5/8 x 46Vitola: Corona GordaWrapper: Ecuadorian HabanoBinder: Brazilian CubraFillers: Brazilian Mata Fina and Cubra, Dominican RepublicStrength: Medium to FullOrigin: Dominican RepublicManufacturer: Davidoff Flavor Notes: Sweet spice, chili heat, cedar, leather, molasses, coffee, dark chocolate, citrus zestPairing Notes: Dark rum, espresso, aged bourbon, Brazilian coffee Privada Storytelling In 2016, Davidoff introduced Escurio as part of a new direction. This was not built around tradition alone. It was built around contrast. Brazilian heat and sweetness layered over Dominican precision. A cigar meant to feel alive, not just refined. The Corona Gorda format is where that concept locks in. At 5 5/8 x 46, the blend tightens and becomes more focused. The Brazilian tobaccos do not drift. They hit with clarity. Spice shows up early. Sweetness follows. Everything stays balanced because Davidoff never lets it get out of control. This is Davidoff stepping into a different rhythm, but still playing it perfectly. Flavor Journey The opening delivers sweet spice and a noticeable chili warmth, immediately setting the tone. Cedar and leather form the backbone as the cigar settles. Midway, molasses and coffee build richness while citrus zest adds lift, keeping the profile sharp and clean. The Brazilian leaf becomes more pronounced here, bringing depth and texture. The final third leans into dark chocolate, spice, and lingering heat, finishing with a balanced combination of sweetness and intensity. Why It Belongs in Privada Because this is a moment where control meets energy. Davidoff rarely steps outside its lane, and when it does, it does it with precision. Escurio is not chaotic. It is structured intensity. The Corona Gorda format captures that balance better than anything else in the line. Production Notes Released in 2016 as part of Davidoff’s Black Band Collection. Blended with Brazilian Cubra and Mata Fina tobaccos alongside Dominican fillers. Handmade in the Dominican Republic under strict quality control. Highlights 2016 Escurio releaseCorona Gorda format for focused deliveryBrazilian and Dominican tobacco blendSweet, spicy, and citrus driven profileMedium to full body with refined structure
$25.00
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Hector Luis Prieto Díaz – Privada Exclusive
Héctor Luis Prieto Díaz – Privada Exclusive Size: 6 x 52Vitola: ToroWrapper: Jalapa MaduroBinder: EspecialFillers: Especial and Estelí NicaraguaStrength: MediumFlavor Notes: Earth, natural sweetness, cedar, subtle spice, clean tobacco corePairing Notes: Cuban-style coffee, aged rum, espresso Privada Storytelling There are farmers.And then there are legends. Héctor Luis Prieto Díaz is one of the most respected tobacco growers to ever come out of Cuba. Born in San Juan y Martínez in the Vuelta Abajo region, he represents generations of tobacco knowledge passed down through family and soil. He is not a blender chasing trends. He is a grower who understands the leaf before it ever becomes a cigar. Prieto became the youngest recipient of the Hombre Habano award, the highest honor in Cuban tobacco, a recognition reserved for those producing the very best leaf in the country. That matters. Because when Privada talks about bridging worlds, this is what it looks like. Through years of building relationships, Brian Desind and Privada Cigar Club opened a door that very few in the United States ever get access to. Not just conversation. Not just interviews. Real collaboration. Prieto has worked alongside Privada in Nicaragua, bringing Cuban seed lineage and agricultural philosophy into a new environment, guiding how tobacco is grown, handled, and understood outside of Cuba. He has come to the United States, sat with the community, and taught. Not theory. Not marketing. Real tobacco. Soil. Fermentation. Time. This cigar is a result of that relationship. Not a brand project. Not a factory release. A direct extension of his work. Flavor Journey The cigar opens with pure tobacco character. Clean earth, light cedar, and a natural sweetness that comes from seed and soil rather than blending tricks. As it develops, subtle spice and structure begin to form, supported by the Estelí core. The profile remains balanced and honest, never drifting into excess. This is not a cigar trying to impress. It is a cigar showing you what the leaf actually tastes like. The final third stays consistent and refined, with a steady build of earth, sweetness, and soft spice, finishing clean and controlled. Why It Belongs in Privada Because this is access. Access to a Cuban master grower.Access to Cuban seed grown in Nicaraguan soil.Access to knowledge that usually never leaves the farm. This is exactly what Privada was built for. Production Notes Grown using Héctor Luis Prieto Díaz’s Cuban seed lineage on an organic farm in Estelí, Nicaragua. Developed with his direct influence on farming practices and tobacco handling. Produced exclusively for Privada Cigar Club. Highlights Cuban master grower Héctor Luis Prieto Díaz collaborationCuban seed grown in NicaraguaOrganic farming approachEducational and cultural crossover projectExclusive to Privada
$14.00
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Ybor Gavino Claro
Ybor Gavino Claro Size: 6 x 52Vitola: ToroWrapper: Connecticut Valley ClaroBinder: Jalapa NicaraguaFillers: Costa Rica and Estelí NicaraguaAge: Aged 5 YearsOrigin: NicaraguaManufacturer: Tabacalera La Bolita Flavor Notes: Dry hay, lemon peel, linen, panela, guava, graham cracker, coconut, honeyed oak, white pepper, pear, brown sugar, cedarPairing Notes: Costa Rican rum, oloroso sherry, espresso, cappuccino Privada Storytelling This is a conversation between land and time. Ybor Gavino Claro brings Connecticut into Nicaragua and lets it evolve. The wrapper, grown for sweetness and clarity, is supported by a Central American core that adds structure without overpowering its natural brightness. Five years of age smooth everything out. What could have been sharp becomes refined. What could have been simple becomes layered. This is a cigar that moves slowly. Not in strength, but in detail. Flavor Journey The opening is dry and clean with hay, lemon peel, and a faint linen quality. As it develops, panela and guava sweetness emerge, joined by graham cracker and soft coconut. Midway, honeyed oak and white pepper build structure, while the finish settles into pear, brown sugar, and calm cedar, leaving a smooth, balanced close. Why It Belongs in Privada Because this is restraint done right. A lighter profile that still delivers complexity, depth, and progression without needing strength to carry it.
$13.00
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Big Mouths – Closed Caskets
Size: 6 x 54Vitola: ToroWrapper: Nicaraguan MaduroBinder: Nicaraguan HabanoFillers: Estelí long fillers, NicaraguaAge: Aged 4 YearsOrigin: NicaraguaManufacturer: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Flavor Notes: Dark chocolate, espresso, roasted cocoa, molasses, cedar, black pepper, dried fruit, oakPairing Notes: Barrel aged bourbon, dark rum, espresso, porter Privada Storytelling This cigar was built to impress the modern palate. Big Mouths Closed Caskets leans into richness without apology. Maduro depth, aged structure, and a blend designed to deliver density from the first draw. Produced at AJ Fernandez, this is a cigar that understands power but keeps it controlled through aging. Four years of rest transformed this from bold to composed. The sweetness integrates. The spice settles. What remains is a cigar that feels heavy in flavor but balanced in delivery. Flavor Journey The opening delivers dark chocolate and espresso with toasted oak. Midway, molasses and smoky cedar build into the profile, while black pepper and dried fruit create contrast. The final third leans deeper into bitterness and strength, with espresso, oak tannin, and lingering pepper carrying through a long, dense finish. Why It Belongs in Privada Because this is what aging does to a maduro. It takes power and refines it into something deliberate and controlled.
$13.00
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Archive Cigars Daftmill
Archive Cigars Daftmill Size: 5 x 50Vitola: RobustoWrapper: Dominican HabanoBinder: Dominican Piloto CubanoFillers: Dominican Republic tobaccosAge: Aged 3 YearsOrigin: Dominican RepublicManufacturer: El Paraíso Factory Flavor Notes: Cedar, vanilla, almond skin, floral lift, hazelnut, cocoa, orange peel, tannic oak, dark chocolatePairing Notes: Lowland scotch, light bourbon, soft rum, espresso Privada Storytelling A Japanese whisky club went looking for a barrel. What they found instead was tobacco. Archive Cigars Daftmill was built to mirror the elegance and restraint of Lowland Scotch. The tobacco was aged in oak conditions to pull subtle structure rather than overwhelm the palate. This is not a loud cigar. It is precise, quiet, and intentional. Everything about this cigar leans into refinement. Clean construction. Controlled flavor. A profile that rewards attention instead of demanding it. Flavor Journey The cigar opens with polished cedar, clean vanilla, and a faint floral brightness. As it develops, almond skin and toasted hazelnut bring texture, while cocoa and light baking spice deepen the core. The final third introduces oak tannin and orange peel, anchoring the profile with a long, dry, elegant finish built on dark chocolate and cedar. Why It Belongs in Privada Because this is a crossover cigar done right. Not gimmicky. Not forced. It captures the spirit of whisky through tobacco with discipline and restraint.
$13.00
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Crowned Heads Crowned Heads Las Calaveras 2025
Crowned Heads Las Calaveras 2025 Size: 6 x 54Vitola: ToroWrapper: Mexican San AndrésBinder: NicaraguanFillers: NicaraguanStrength: Medium to FullOrigin: NicaraguaManufacturer: My Father Cigars S.A. Flavor Notes: Coffee, espresso, toffee, earth, pepper, roasted nuts, cocoaPairing Notes: Espresso, bourbon, aged rum, dark coffee Privada Storytelling Las Calaveras has always been more than a release. It is a yearly act of remembrance from Crowned Heads, created to honor people close to the brand who have passed. The 2025 edition continues that tradition with a blend that feels grounded, composed, and deliberate. Produced once again at My Father Cigars S.A. in Estelí, this year’s release leans on a Mexican San Andrés wrapper that brings a different kind of depth to the line. In the Toro format, that profile has room to settle in. The 6 x 54 size gives the blend enough space to open gradually, allowing the sweeter side of the wrapper to show itself without losing the structure that makes Las Calaveras feel serious from the first draw. This is not a loud cigar. It is a disciplined one. Flavor Journey The opening carries coffee and espresso with a firm earthy backbone. As the cigar develops, roasted nuts and toffee begin to emerge, giving the profile more warmth and balance. By the final third, cocoa and pepper sit underneath the darker core, creating a finish that feels rich without becoming muddy. Why It Belongs in Privada Because Las Calaveras is built on meaning, not novelty. Every year the line returns with a new blend and the same purpose. That kind of intention matters. The 2025 Toro belongs in Privada because it carries history, structure, and a profile that feels mature rather than flashy. Production Notes Handmade at My Father Cigars S.A. in Estelí, Nicaragua. The 2025 release uses a Mexican San Andrés wrapper over Nicaraguan binder and fillers and is offered in multiple vitolas, with the Toro designated as the LC54 at 6 x 54. Highlights 2025 annual Las Calaveras releaseCorrect Toro size is 6 x 54Mexican San Andrés wrapperMade at My Father Cigars S.A.Medium to full profile with coffee, toffee, and cocoa notes
$15.00
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Killer Cameroon Unbanded Pre Release
Size: 5.5 x 54Vitola: RobustoWrapper: Cameroon (grown in Estelí, Nicaragua)Binder: Estelí HabanoFillers: Condega and Estelí NicaraguaAge: Aged 1 YearOrigin: NicaraguaManufacturer: Lanuza Cigar Factory, Estelí Flavor Notes: Dark raisin, forest floor, black tea, fruit sweetness, cedar, stone fruit, nutmeg, black pepper, mushroom earth, almond, clove, charred oak, brisket smoke, dark chocolate, espresso, toasted pecanPairing Notes: Aged rum, raisins, milk chocolate covered fruit Privada Storytelling This is the gamble that became a rule. Raul Lanuza planted Cameroon seed in Estelí and pushed it further than most would even attempt, coaxing a dark, almost black wrapper from soil that typically would not produce it. The result is something that feels familiar in name but completely different in execution. Rolled box pressed with a pigtail foot, this cigar leans into both tradition and rebellion. It carries Raul’s signature edge while honoring one of Brian’s favorite styles. This is not a factory line extension. This is a custom smoke built for those who understand what happens when a blender bets everything on the leaf. No band. No walkthrough. Just a finished cigar that stands on its own. Flavor Journey The opening starts deep with dark raisin, damp forest floor, and a whisper of black tea. As the cigar develops, sweetness builds into fruit roll up and stone fruit layered over cedar, with nutmeg and soft black pepper framing the profile. Midway, earth intensifies with mushroom notes and roasted almond, while clove and warm spice move through a structured cedar core. A faint charred oak note begins to appear. The final third turns rich and savory, bringing brisket like smokiness together with dark chocolate and espresso. Black pepper lingers while toasted pecan rounds out a long, warming finish. Why It Belongs in Privada Because this is exactly what Privada is built on. A blender taking a risk. A leaf grown where it should not work. A result that proves it does. This is not a traditional Cameroon. It is a reinterpretation driven by obsession and execution. Production Notes Grown and produced in Estelí using Cameroon seed adapted to Nicaraguan soil. Rolled box pressed with a pigtail foot. Aged one year to allow the darker wrapper and dense profile to settle and integrate. Highlights Cameroon seed grown in NicaraguaBox pressed with pigtail footAged one year for integrationDeep, layered, savory and sweet profileCustom blend from Raul Lanuza
$15.00
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PB Cup v2 - REDUX 6 Years Aged
Trick or Treat – LCA Re-Issue Size: 6 x 60Vitola: Toro GordoWrapper: Ecuador HabanoBinder: NicaraguaFillers: Nicaragua and Central AmericaAge: Aged 6 YearsManufacturer: Tabacalera Annex Flavor Notes: Hickory smoke, salted caramel, clove, raspberry, black pepper, cinnamon, toasted hazelnutPairing Notes: Aged rum, bourbon, espresso, stout Privada Storytelling This was never supposed to come back. Trick or Treat built a following the first time around because it didn’t behave like a typical cigar. Sweet, smoky, spicy, and layered in a way that felt unpredictable but intentional. Now, after six years of age, it returns with more depth and less chaos. Produced at Tabacalera Annex, this re-issue shows what happens when time takes control of a bold blend. The edges soften, the sweetness becomes more integrated, and the transitions feel tighter. It still has personality. Just more discipline. Flavor Journey The opening hits with hickory smoke and salted caramel, followed by clove and a faint floral lift. The second third introduces raspberry, black pepper, and cinnamon sweetness layered over cashew and earth. The final third leans into toasted hazelnut and lingering spice, finishing warm and rich. Why It Belongs in Privada Because this is a perfect example of a cigar evolving over time. Same blend. Completely different experience. This is what collectors look for.
$14.00
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Gray Wolf – REDUX 6 Years Aged
Gray Wolf – LCA Re-Issue Size: 5 x 46Vitola: Pigtail Closed FootWrapper: San AndrésBinder: San AndrésFillers: HondurasAge: Aged 6 YearsManufacturer: Gray Kafie Flavor Notes: Dark chocolate, leather, earth, almond, dry berry, baking spicePairing Notes: Tawny port, aged rum, espresso Privada Storytelling Gray Wolf was always about edge. This re-issue takes that original identity and sharpens it. A closed foot, pigtail head, and San Andrés core give it structure from the first light. After six years of aging, the aggression is still there, but it’s controlled now. Focused. This is not a forgiving cigar. It is deliberate. Built for smokers who want depth and texture without compromise. Flavor Journey The first third opens dense with dark chocolate, leather, and earth. As it develops, almond and dry berry notes begin to surface, adding contrast. The final third tightens into baking spice, cocoa, and a lingering dry finish that stays on the palate. Why It Belongs in Privada Because it hasn’t softened into something generic. It kept its identity. Aging refined it, but didn’t tame it. That’s rare.
$13.00
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La Palina Bronze Label – REDUX 6 Years Aged
La Palina Bronze Label – LCA Re-Issue Size: 7 x 38Vitola: LanceroWrapper: Ecuadorian HabanoBinder: NicaraguaFillers: NicaraguaAge: Aged 6 YearsManufacturer: La Palina Flavor Notes: Shortbread, baking spice, cedar, cream, lemon zest, black teaPairing Notes: Sherry, aged rum, black tea, Earl Grey Privada Storytelling La Palina Bronze Label is a cigar that rewards patience. Originally released in 2020, this blend has now had six full years to settle, soften, and evolve into something far more refined than its original form. The Lancero format forces precision. There is nowhere to hide. Every draw is concentrated, every transition exposed. This is a cigar built on subtlety. Not loud. Not aggressive. It leans into balance, letting spice, citrus, and cream move in and out without ever overpowering the structure. Aged properly, smoked slowly, and meant to be appreciated, not rushed. Flavor Journey The first third opens with shortbread and baking spice, supported by a soft cedar backbone and a touch of citrus warmth. The second third becomes creamy and bright, with lemon zest and refined spice lifting the profile. The final third settles into black tea and lingering warmth, finishing clean and composed. Why It Belongs in Privada Because this is what aging does when done right. It takes a good cigar and turns it into something precise, elegant, and controlled. This is a thinking cigar.
$13.00
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My Father Cigars My Father Original Sampler (5 Cigars)
My Father Original Sampler – 5 Cigar Collection Size:No. 1 Robusto 5 1/4 x 52No. 2 Belicoso 5 1/2 x 54Cedros Deluxe Eminentes 5 5/8 x 46No. 3 Crema 6 x 49No. 5 Toro 6 x 56 Vitola: AssortedWrapper: Nicaraguan Habano RosadoBinder: NicaraguanFillers: NicaraguanStrength: Medium to FullOrigin: NicaraguaManufacturer: My Father Cigars Flavor Notes: Cedar, black pepper, cocoa, roasted nuts, earth, leather, baking spice, natural sweetnessPairing Notes: Espresso, bourbon, aged rum, dark roast coffee Privada Storytelling Before the awards, before the recognition, there was Pepin. José “Pepin” Garcia brought Cuban tradition into Nicaragua and reshaped what modern cigars would become. His blends didn’t follow trends. They set them. Pepper forward, rich, structured, and unmistakably his. The Original Sampler is not a mix of random cigars. It is the blueprint. Each vitola in this collection represents a different expression of the same core philosophy. Same soil. Same hands. Same relentless attention to fermentation and balance. The Habano Rosado wrapper ties it all together, delivering that signature My Father identity from first light to final inch. This is where you understand the brand. Not through marketing, but through repetition and consistency across formats. Flavor Journey Every cigar in the sampler shares a common backbone of cedar and earth, immediately followed by Pepin’s signature pepper that defines the opening. As the cigars progress, cocoa, roasted nuts, and leather develop, with baking spice and natural sweetness rounding out the profile. The variation comes from the vitola. The Robusto concentrates the intensity. The Belicoso sharpens the opening. The Toro stretches the experience. The Crema and Eminentes offer a more refined, balanced delivery. Same DNA. Different expressions. Why It Belongs in Privada Privada values cigars that built the foundation. My Father is not just another brand. It is one of the pillars of modern Nicaraguan cigars. This sampler gives a direct look into that foundation, showing how one blend philosophy can evolve across different formats without losing its identity. Production Notes Handmade at the My Father factory in Estelí, Nicaragua using all Nicaraguan tobacco. The Habano Rosado wrapper is carefully selected and aged to deliver balance between spice, sweetness, and structure. Each cigar is rolled to maintain consistency across different vitolas. Highlights Five core My Father cigars in one samplerSignature Habano Rosado wrapper profilePepper forward with balanced richnessDifferent vitolas showcasing the same blend philosophyEssential introduction to the My Father lineup
$49.99
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Drew Estate Cigars Liga Privada – Year of the Horse 2026
Liga Privada – Year of the Horse 2026 Size: 5 x 60Vitola: Robusto GordoWrapper: Connecticut BroadleafBinder: Mata FinaFillers: Nicaragua and HondurasStrength: Medium to FullOrigin: NicaraguaManufacturer: Drew Estate Flavor Notes: Dark chocolate, espresso, earth, leather, molasses, black pepper, charred oakPairing Notes: Espresso, bourbon, dark rum, stout Privada Storytelling Liga Privada was never meant for the public. It started as a private project inside Drew Estate, cigars rolled for themselves before anyone else ever had access. Over time, that philosophy never changed. Even as Liga became one of the most recognized names in cigars, it continued to operate differently. Tighter production. More control. Less noise. Year of the Horse 2026 carries that same DNA. Built on a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper with a Mata Fina binder and a Nicaragua and Honduras core, this cigar leans into the darker, heavier side of Liga’s identity. The 5 x 60 format gives it weight, slows the burn, and allows the blend to build gradually rather than hit all at once. The Year of the Horse is about power and momentum. This cigar reflects that. Not aggressive for the sake of it, but structured, deliberate, and confident in its delivery. Flavor Journey The cigar opens with dense earth, dark chocolate, and a core of espresso. Broadleaf sweetness comes through early, adding molasses and depth without softening the structure. As it develops, leather and charred oak build into the profile, while black pepper sits underneath rather than dominating. The larger ring gauge allows the flavors to move slowly, creating a steady progression instead of sharp transitions. The final third deepens into roasted richness, with lingering cocoa, earth, and a long, warm finish. Why It Belongs in Privada Because this is exactly the type of cigar Privada was built around. Limited, intentional, and rooted in a brand that values process over hype. Liga Privada releases always carry weight, and this one leans into that identity fully. Broadleaf, Mata Fina, and a multi country filler core create a cigar that is both familiar and distinct. It belongs in Privada because it delivers depth without compromise. Production Notes Produced at La Gran Fabrica Drew Estate in Nicaragua using Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper and Mata Fina binder. The blend combines Nicaraguan and Honduran fillers to create balance between strength and sweetness. Rolled in a 5 x 60 format to enhance burn time and allow for a gradual flavor build. Highlights Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper with Mata Fina binderMedium to full body with layered richness5 x 60 Robusto Gordo formatClassic Liga depth with a slightly sweeter edgeLimited Year of the Horse release
$37.00
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The Dictator
Unknown Dominican Relic Size: 9.5 x 43Vitola: Lonsdale Extra / ProminenteWrapper: UndisclosedBinder: UndisclosedFillers: UndisclosedStrength: UndisclosedOrigin: Dominican Republic (unconfirmed)Manufacturer: Unknown Flavor Notes: UndisclosedPairing Notes: Apricot, oak, white pepper and medicinal notes Privada Storytelling Some cigars arrive with a spec sheet. Others arrive with whispers. This one came with whispers that grew teeth. For years the rumor circled — a long, slender cigar rolled in the Dominican under strange circumstances, made for a political figure who didn’t live to collect them. What became of those cigars after the story goes dark. Nobody could say for sure. About six years ago one turned up in the kind of quiet way these things do: passed between friends in a room where people listen as much as they talk. We smoked it slow, in near silence. The smoke didn’t answer every question, but it asked new ones. It tasted like memory and the room leaned in. That was enough to make a man follow a trail. I followed it through a broker, through a few phones, and finally to a house in Orlando where an old man lived among stacks of boxes and mementos — the kind of collector who keeps other people’s stories on his shelves. Years before, someone had asked him to look after a bundle of cigars for safekeeping. That friend never came back. The old man had kept them anyway. We opened what he’d kept. Inside were long, unbanded cigars — 9.5 by 43 — no boxes other than some oak looking long boxes and a chest with about 250 more, no bands, no paperwork. Just leaf and time. If the story around them is true they could be twenty-five years old. If the story is false they could be twenty-five years old anyway. The math matters less than the quiet they carried. They’d been waiting in the dark for someone curious enough to light one. I remember the first match. The room narrowed to the ash and the draw and the small surprise you get when tobacco remembers itself. There was leather and dry orange rind, a peculiar old-world cedar, a sweetness like stale pipe tobacco that somehow felt holy. You could taste a lifetime: the hands that rolled them, the workshop that rolled them, the people who hid them and the people who forgot to come back. I smoked one and shared notes. We kept some. We left others to nap again. There’s a kind of reverence that comes with these sticks — not because of provenance written in an invoice, but because a cigar like this carries a life in its veins. That’s the thing: a good cigar can be a timepiece, but a find like this is a key. It opens the past, and every puff from one of those long, unmarked sticks felt like turning in a lock. Is the story ture? I don't know but why an old man in downtown Orlando had 300 or so of the most unique sized cigars that look like the cigars from the pictures of the dictator is beyond explanation. Something felt right so I bought them. And if I get left to smoke each one myself, I'll be happy to do so. Flavor Journey While I mostly got oak, moss, medicinal notes, white pepper and honey, the thre I have smoked so far all had a different journey. Why It Belongs in Privada Privada exists for cigars that carry mystery and history, not just marketing. This cigar is not being sold as a brand. It is being offered as a relic. A possible artifact of Dominican cigar history with an origin story that may never be fully confirmed. Some smokers collect labels.Others collect stories. Production Notes Unbanded cigars discovered in private storage.Blend, factory, and blender remain unconfirmed.Possible age estimated around twenty five years if the historical account proves accurate.
$30.00
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Shadow Smokers Legion Shadow Smokers Legion – In The Shadows Toro
Shadow Smokers Legion – In The Shadows Toro Size: 6 x 52Vitola: ToroWrapper: UndisclosedBinder: UndisclosedFillers: UndisclosedStrength: Medium Plus to FullOrigin: Dominican RepublicFactory: Las Lavas Factory Flavor Notes: Cocoa, dark chocolate, roasted coffee, pepper, floral notes, honeyed wood, subtle saltinessPairing Notes: Espresso, dark rum, bourbon, roasted coffee drinks Privada Storytelling The Shadow Smokers Legion cigar, known as Project I.T.S. (In The Shadows), was created by members of the Shadow Smokers Legion cigar community and its founder Tony “Soy Sauce Assassin.” The project was developed as a community driven cigar designed around the preferences and critiques of passionate cigar reviewers and enthusiasts. Rather than revealing the blend, the creators intentionally kept the tobacco components undisclosed. The idea was to let the cigar speak for itself while maintaining a sense of mystery around the project. The cigar was produced at Las Lavas Factory in the Dominican Republic, a factory known for boutique collaborations and small batch projects. The result is a cigar built around bold flavor and conversation. It was designed not just as a product but as a shared experience among the Shadow Smokers Legion community. Flavor Journey The cigar opens with dark cocoa and roasted coffee notes layered over a peppery backbone. As the smoke develops, lighter floral notes and a subtle salty edge appear, followed by honeyed wood and deeper chocolate tones. The profile stays bold and layered from start to finish, delivering a medium plus to full bodied experience. Why It Belongs in Privada This cigar represents a growing trend in boutique cigars where communities of smokers collaborate directly in the creation of a blend. Instead of being driven purely by large brands, the Shadow Smokers Legion project shows how enthusiast groups are shaping modern cigar culture. Production Notes Produced at Las Lavas Factory in the Dominican Republic with an intentionally undisclosed blend designed by members of the Shadow Smokers Legion community. The cigar was developed through collaboration between cigar reviewers and enthusiasts seeking to create a balanced yet bold smoking experience. Highlights Community created cigar projectToro format designed for long smoking sessionsProduced at Las Lavas Factory in the Dominican RepublicBlend intentionally undisclosed to maintain mystery
$15.00
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Plasencia Cigars Plasencia Robusto Collection – 6 Cigar Sampler
Plasencia Robusto Collection – 6 Cigar Sampler Size:Reserva Original Robusto 4 3/4 x 52Alma del Campo Tribu 5 x 52Alma del Fuego Candente 5 x 50Cosecha 151 La Musica 5 x 50Alma Fuerte Robusto I 5 1/4 x 52Alma Fuerte Robusto II 5 1/8 x 55 Vitola: Robusto CollectionWrapper: Varies by blendBinder: Varies by blendFillers: Varies by blendStrength: Medium to FullOrigin: NicaraguaManufacturer: Plasencia Cigars Flavor Notes: Cedar, cocoa, roasted nuts, earth, espresso, baking spice, pepper, natural sweetnessPairing Notes: Espresso, aged rum, bourbon, dark chocolate, roasted nuts Privada Storytelling The Plasencia family represents one of the deepest roots in cigar agriculture. For more than five generations they have cultivated tobacco across Nicaragua and Honduras, supplying leaf for some of the most respected cigars ever produced before eventually placing their own name on the band. The Robusto Collection brings that heritage together in one curated experience. Each cigar in this sampler represents a different chapter of the Plasencia portfolio. From the organic purity of Reserva Original to the volcanic intensity of Alma del Fuego and the structured power of Alma Fuerte, this collection showcases the diversity of Nicaraguan tobacco through the lens of one family’s craft. The robusto format was chosen intentionally. It concentrates flavor while allowing each blend’s personality to reveal itself clearly. In one box, smokers move from elegance to intensity, from refined balance to bold structure. This is not simply a sampler. It is a guided tour through the Plasencia legacy. Flavor Journey Reserva Original opens the collection with creamy cedar and gentle sweetness from its organic Nicaraguan tobacco. Alma del Campo Tribu builds complexity with roasted nuts, cocoa, and warm spice. Alma del Fuego Candente shifts the profile toward volcanic richness with pepper and earth. Cosecha 151 La Musica brings layered sweetness and structure, reflecting a harvest built around carefully aged tobaccos. The experience deepens with Alma Fuerte Robusto I, where dark chocolate, espresso, and bold spice define the blend. Alma Fuerte Robusto II closes the journey with dense power and depth, delivering a rich and memorable finish. Together, the six cigars reveal the full range of Plasencia blending. Why It Belongs in Privada Privada values cigars that carry history and intention. The Plasencia Robusto Collection represents decades of tobacco knowledge distilled into six distinct expressions of Nicaraguan craftsmanship. It offers smokers the chance to explore the Plasencia philosophy across multiple blends without leaving the humidor. Production Notes Each cigar is handcrafted using tobaccos grown on Plasencia family farms throughout Nicaragua. The sampler includes blends from several Plasencia lines, highlighting different harvests, fermentation techniques, and flavor philosophies within the brand. Highlights Six cigar Plasencia samplerIncludes Reserva Original, Alma del Campo, Alma del Fuego, Cosecha 151, and Alma Fuerte blendsRobusto format lineup for balanced flavor deliveryShowcases the full range of Plasencia Nicaraguan tobacco craftsmanshipIdeal introduction to the Plasencia portfolio
$89.90
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Paul Stulac Cigars Paul Stulac Blue Lightning Sky
Blue Lightning Sky Size:Robusto 5 x 50Toro 6 x 52Torpedo 6 1/8 x 52Lancero 7 x 38 Vitola: Robusto, Toro, Torpedo, LanceroWrapper: UndisclosedBinder: UndisclosedFillers: UndisclosedStrength: Medium to FullOrigin: UndisclosedManufacturer: Blue Lightning Sky Flavor Notes: Cocoa, roasted coffee, cedar, baking spice, dark fruit, subtle sweetness, pepperPairing Notes: Espresso, aged rum, bourbon, port, barrel aged stout Privada Storytelling Blue Lightning Sky is not subtle. It is a statement. From the first spark, this cigar carries intensity and presence, built for smokers who appreciate structure, depth, and a profile that evolves without losing its backbone. The blend leans into boldness without becoming chaotic, delivering layered richness across four distinct vitolas. Each format offers its own personality. The Robusto concentrates the profile, bringing cocoa and espresso forward with punch and density.The Toro stretches the experience, allowing spice and sweetness to open gradually.The Torpedo sharpens the delivery, tightening the first third and intensifying the transition into deeper roasted notes.The Lancero highlights nuance, amplifying cedar, spice, and refined sweetness through its slender format. Same blend. Different expressions. Four ways to experience the storm. Flavor Journey The opening brings roasted coffee and cocoa with a flicker of pepper that immediately commands attention. As the cigar develops, cedar and baking spice emerge, supported by subtle dark fruit sweetness that balances the strength. Midway through, the profile deepens into layered richness with earth and structured spice. The final third delivers intensity without harshness, finishing bold, steady, and satisfying across all formats. Why It Belongs in Privada Privada values cigars that deliver character. Blue Lightning Sky offers versatility within one blend, allowing smokers to choose their format without sacrificing identity. It is expressive, structured, and built for those who want flavor with conviction. Production Notes Blended to maintain consistency across multiple vitolas while allowing each size to reveal different dimensions of the profile. Constructed for steady burn and deliberate progression. Highlights Four vitolas, one cohesive blendMedium to full body with layered richnessCocoa and espresso driven coreFormat driven nuance from Lancero to TorpedoDesigned for bold, structured smoking experiences
$9.90 - $11.00
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Avo Cigars AVO Classic No. 6
AVO Classic No. 6 Size: 6 x 60Vitola: Toro GrandeWrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut ShadeBinder: Dominican OlorFillers: Dominican Piloto CubanoStrength: Mild to MediumOrigin: Dominican RepublicManufacturer: Davidoff of Geneva Flavor Notes: Cream, cedar, toasted nuts, sweet hay, light vanilla, soft white pepperPairing Notes: Cappuccino, café con leche, champagne, light rum, mild bourbon Privada Storytelling AVO Classic No. 6 is a study in restraint and proportion. At 6 x 60, the Toro Grande format slows the entire experience down, creating cooler smoke and allowing the Dominican core to unfold gradually. This is a cigar built around harmony rather than intensity. The Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper sets a creamy, elegant tone. Beneath it, Dominican Olor binder and Piloto Cubano filler bring structure, gentle sweetness, and refined balance. Nothing is forced. Nothing is exaggerated. It is composed from first light to final inch. This is a cigar for conversation, for music, for moments where the smoke complements rather than competes. Flavor Journey The opening delivers cream and cedar with a warm nuttiness. As it progresses, sweet hay and light vanilla emerge, supported by soft white pepper that keeps the profile lively without sharpness. The finish remains smooth and clean, leaving a lingering creamy texture and quiet refinement. Why It Belongs in Privada Because legacy matters. AVO Classic represents decades of disciplined blending and Dominican craftsmanship. It is balanced, consistent, and timeless. In a world of loud cigars, this one understands the power of composure. Production Notes Handmade in the Dominican Republic using well aged Dominican tobaccos. Rolled for steady combustion and a cool, even draw across the 60 ring gauge format. Highlights 6 x 60 Toro Grande formatCream forward Dominican profileRefined, balanced, and smoothClassic AVO construction and consistency
$16.20
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El Club del Turro Cigars El Club del Turro – Angel David
El Club del Turro – Angel David Size: 5 x 50Vitola: RobustoWrapper: ConnecticutBinder: Viso DominicanoFillers: Corojo Puerto RicoStrength: LightOrigin: Puerto RicoManufacturer: El Club del Turro Flavor Notes: Black pepper, fresh lemon zest, almond, buttery cream, subtle citrus liftPairing Notes: Dry cocktail, sparkling wine, light bodied whiskey, espresso tonic Privada Storytelling Angel David is not just a name on a band. It is a tribute. Named in honor of Chef Ángel David Moreno Zayas, the visionary behind El Gallo Pinto in Guayama, this cigar reflects the same refinement and cultural clarity that earned him recognition as a 2025 James Beard Awards finalist for Best Chef: South. His cuisine balances heritage with innovation. This cigar does the same. Crafted in Puerto Rico, Angel David is built around nuance rather than force. The Connecticut wrapper introduces brightness and aromatic lift, immediately signaling that this is a cigar of finesse. Beneath it, Dominican viso binder and Puerto Rican Corojo filler provide structure and depth without overpowering the experience. This is not a cigar meant to dominate a room. It is meant to complement it. Measured. Expressive. Intentional. Flavor Journey The opening is lively with black pepper and fresh lemon zest, creating a bright, energetic introduction. As the cigar settles, fresh almond and smooth butter emerge, building a creamy mid profile that remains light on its feet. The Connecticut wrapper continues to carry the aromatic structure, allowing citrus and soft spice to weave naturally through the smoke. The finish is clean and refined, leaving behind subtle cream and gentle citrus warmth. Elegant from start to finish. Why It Belongs in Privada Privada exists for cigars that represent more than tobacco. Angel David embodies culinary excellence, cultural storytelling, and the discipline of refinement. It is a cigar built around balance, not excess. It belongs in Privada because it honors craft, heritage, and identity without sacrificing composure. Production Notes Blended to highlight clarity and nuance. Rolled for consistent burn and smooth progression. The Connecticut wrapper is supported by Dominican viso binder and Puerto Rican Corojo filler, allowing brightness and cream to lead while maintaining structure. Each cigar is individually inspected and sealed to preserve freshness and quality. Highlights Puerto Rico originTribute to James Beard finalist Chef Ángel DavidConnecticut wrapper with Puerto Rican Corojo coreBright, creamy, and refined profileLight strength with balanced complexity
$12.00
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El Club del Turro Cigars El Club del Turro – Aledaño (5-Pack Tins)
El Club del Turro – Aledaño (5-Pack Tins) Size: Short FormatVitola: CompactWrapper: ConnecticutBinder: Viso DominicanoFillers: Corojo Puerto RicoStrength: MediumSmoking Time: Approximately 20 MinutesOrigin: Puerto RicoManufacturer: El Club del Turro x Aledaño Flavor Notes: Black pepper, fresh herbs, vegetal brightness, green spice, crisp finishPairing Notes: Tropical cocktails, rum based drinks, citrus forward beverages, fresh fruit spritzers Privada Storytelling Aledaño is not meant to linger. Named after the crudo bar beside El Gallo Pinto in Guayama, this cigar captures the same immediacy and electric energy that defines Chef Ángel David Moreno Zayas’ raw, vibrant culinary expression. Aledaño is about freshness, spontaneity, and bold island character served without hesitation. This is a cigar built for movement. For stepping outside. For laughter between drinks. For a quick smoke before dinner that turns into staying longer than planned. Wrapped in Connecticut but far from soft, Aledaño opens bright and assertive. It delivers strength quickly, then transitions into green, herbal tones that feel alive and expressive. It does not evolve slowly. It hits, it sharpens, it finishes clean. Twenty minutes. No filler. No excess. Just flavor and intent. Flavor Journey The opening is direct and spicy, with black pepper leading the charge. Quickly, fresh herbs and vegetal brightness emerge, creating a crisp and energetic mid profile. The Connecticut wrapper keeps the experience balanced, preventing the spice from overwhelming the palate while maintaining clarity and lift. The finish is clean, sharp, and refreshing, leaving behind subtle green spice and natural tobacco sweetness. Short. Structured. Lively. Why It Belongs in Privada Privada values cigars that serve a purpose. Aledaño fills the space between long evenings and spontaneous moments. It reflects Puerto Rican creativity, raw flavor, and bold execution without overcomplication. It belongs in Privada because it understands that not every cigar needs an hour. Sometimes twenty minutes of intensity says more. Production Notes Blended to highlight immediacy and brightness. The Connecticut wrapper adds lift while the Dominican viso binder and Puerto Rican Corojo filler provide structure and spice. Rolled for consistency and a fast, engaging burn. Each cigar is individually inspected and sealed to maintain freshness. Available as singles and 5-pack tins. Highlights Compact, high impact format20 minute smoke with full expressionConnecticut wrapper with Puerto Rican Corojo coreSpicy, green, and vibrant profileDesigned for quick, flavor forward moments
$25.00
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El Club del Turro Cigars El Club del Turro – Gallo Pinto
Size: 5 x 50Vitola: RobustoWrapper: SumatraBinder: Viso NicaragüenseFillers: Corojo Puerto RicoStrength: LightOrigin: Puerto RicoManufacturer: El Club del Turro Flavor Notes: Deep cocoa, roasted coffee, creamy texture, subtle wood, balanced earthPairing Notes: Old Fashioned, oak forward whiskey, aged rum, evening espresso Privada Storytelling When culture, cuisine, and craft collide, something bigger than tobacco happens. Gallo Pinto is a collaborative, limited edition robusto celebrating Puerto Rican identity, música brava, and the kind of culinary excellence that turns a local restaurant into a national point of pride. Named in homage to El Gallo Pinto in Guayama, this cigar honors the vision of Chef Ángel David Moreno Zayas, whose restaurant earned recognition as a 2025 James Beard Awards finalist for Best Chef: South. That recognition is not just about food. It is about storytelling. Heritage. Reclaiming Boricua flavors and presenting them with precision and pride. This cigar carries that same intention. Crafted in Puerto Rico using Corojo filler grown locally, Gallo Pinto bridges tradition and refinement. The Sumatra wrapper introduces structure and aromatic lift, while the Nicaraguan Viso binder supports the blend with balance and clarity. The result is a cigar that feels rooted yet elevated, familiar yet deliberate. This is not just a tribute cigar. It is culture defended in smoke form. Flavor Journey The cigar opens with rich cocoa layered over bright roasted coffee, delivering a warm and inviting introduction. As the smoke settles, the profile thickens into a dense, creamy mouthfeel that carries structure without heaviness. Midway through, balance becomes the defining characteristic. Earth and subtle wood support the cocoa core, while the creamy texture smooths the edges and refines the finish. The final third remains composed and elegant, finishing clean with confidence rather than force. This is a classic profile with elevated character. Structured. Intentional. Complete. Why It Belongs in Privada Privada exists for cigars that represent something. Gallo Pinto represents Puerto Rican culture, culinary excellence, and the preservation of local craftsmanship. It is a cigar built around identity and executed with discipline. Limited. Purpose driven. Rooted in heritage. It belongs in Privada because it stands for something larger than the blend itself. Production Notes Crafted with careful attention to blending and aging to ensure balance and progression. Rolled in a 5 x 50 robusto format to allow the blend to fully express its complexity while maintaining structure from first light to final inch. Each cigar is individually inspected and sealed for freshness.
$12.00
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Blackbird Cigars Blackbird Glitch Maduro Toro
Size: 6 x 52Vitola: ToroWrapper: Mexican San Andrés MaduroBinder: Dominican RepublicFillers: Dominican Republic & U.S.A. tobaccosOrigin: Dominican RepublicBlender: Jonas SantanaManufacturer: Blackbird Dominicana FactoryBody: MediumFlavor Notes: Earth, spice, subtle sweetness, toasted oak, cocoa hints, peppery accentsPairing Notes: Black coffee, dark rum, barrel-aged whiskey, porter Privada Storytelling Sometimes mistakes end up becoming something great. Blackbird Glitch was born not from a perfectly executed plan, but from a happy accident. In the blending room, a mislabeled tobacco bale found its way into a mix that wasn’t originally intended — and when the team lit it up, they realized they had stumbled on a cigar worth keeping. That “glitch” became a feature, not a flaw, and the Glitch line was born with character and personality at its core. The Glitch Maduro Toro is the boldest voice of the trio, wrapped in a Mexican San Andrés Maduro that gives the smoke earth, spice, and subtle sweetness without overpowering balance. It’s a cigar built for everyday enjoyment with complexity beneath its approachable surface — the kind of stick you reach for whether you’re unwinding after work or catching up with friends. Flavor Journey From the first draw, you’ll notice savory earth and spice laying the foundation. Toasted oak and subtle cocoa dance across the mid-palate while occasional flickers of pepper add texture and intrigue. As the smoke warms and develops, flavors deepen without becoming heavy, holding true to a medium, balanced profile that keeps each pull satisfying. Why It Belongs in Privada Blackbird Glitch Maduro Toro embodies the kind of story Privada members love — not a concept built in a boardroom, but one discovered by chance and embraced by craftsmanship. It doesn’t shout tradition; it invites curiosity. Medium body, enjoyable evolution, and a blend that’s flavorful without being overbearing make this an ideal cigar for daily smoking, pairing with coffee, or simply enjoying on its own. Production Notes Rolled by hand at Blackbird Dominicana Factory under the direction of Jonas Santana. The San Andrés Maduro wrapper adds dimension and richness to the blend, pulling earth and spice forward while fillers from Dominican and U.S. regions ground the profile in balance and subtlety. Highlights Medium body with layered complexity Mexican San Andrés Maduro wrapper Born from a “glitch” that became a standout smoke Balanced profile for versatile enjoyment
$7.00
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Valentines Day Chocolate
Size: 5 1/2 x 56Vitola: Box Pressed FiguradoWrapper: AJ Fernandez Hybrid MaduroBinder: NicaraguanFillers: NicaraguanOrigin: NicaraguaBlender: AJ FernandezFactory: Tabacalera AnnexFlavor Notes: Dark chocolate, cocoa powder, brownie batter, espresso bean, toasted oak, subtle black pepperPairing Notes: Espresso, port, dark rum, barrel aged stout Privada Storytelling Some cigars hint at chocolate. This one screams it. Born inside Tabacalera Annex under the watchful eye of AJ Fernandez, this box pressed Figurado was blended around one obsession — depth. Density. Chocolate in every layer. AJ has been quietly refining a hybrid Maduro wrapper that pushes sweetness without sacrificing structure. Dark. Thick. Oil rich. This leaf carries the kind of cocoa intensity most smokers only find in aged tobacco tucked away in a cabinet. The Figurado shape makes it even rarer. The tapered head concentrates the first draws, delivering a blast of dark cocoa and espresso before the body opens and the cigar finds its full expression. Box pressed for added compression, it burns slow and deliberate. This is not milk chocolate sweetness. This is baker’s chocolate. Brownie crust. Cocoa dust on your fingers. A cigar built for people who want flavor with gravity. Flavor Journey The first draw is concentrated and intense. Bitter dark chocolate and espresso bean lead the charge with a faint crack of black pepper just behind them. As the cigar opens, sweetness builds organically — brownie batter, cocoa powder, and toasted oak creating body and texture. The Nicaraguan puro core brings earth and balance, preventing the sweetness from ever becoming soft. Midway through, the profile grows creamy and dense, like melted dark chocolate with structure. The final third leans heavier into roasted cocoa, charred oak, and lingering espresso, finishing long, rich, and undeniably satisfying. Why It Belongs in Privada Privada exists for cigars that push a singular idea all the way. This is chocolate executed with discipline.Rare box pressed Figurado format.Hybrid Maduro wrapper still evolving in AJ’s portfolio.Nicaraguan puro construction with real power and balance. It belongs in Privada because it is focused. Intentional. Memorable. Production Notes Blended by AJ Fernandez at Tabacalera AnnexHybrid Maduro wrapper under active developmentNicaraguan binder and fillersBox pressed Figurado formatExtremely limited production
$11.00
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Privada Cookies Series
Size: 5x54Vitola: RobustoWrapper (Maduro): Mexican San AndrésWrapper (Connecticut): U.S. Connecticut ShadeWrapper (Habano): Ecuador Habano RosadoBinder (Maduro): BrazilianBinder (Connecticut): MexicanBinder (Habano): CameroonFillers: Nicaraguan (with Brazilian in the Connecticut core)Flavor Notes: Maduro Cookie: Chocolate, espresso, molasses cookie, cocoa powder, brown sugar finish Connecticut Cookie: Creamy cedar, vanilla wafer, sweet hay, honey, shortbread Habano Cookie: Cinnamon sugar, red pepper, toasted bread, caramel, roasted almondPairing Notes: Perfect with coffee in the morning, bourbon at night, or a sweet cream stout when you want the cookie theme to shine.Manufacturer: AJ Fernandez, Estelí, Nicaragua Privada Storytelling This is Privada at its best: bold collaborations, unforgettable blends, and cigars you actually want to smoke every day. The Privada Cookies Series was born in Estelí with the legendary AJ Fernandez, designed to bring you three unique profiles at a price that feels almost unreal. When we quietly tested these with shops, they vanished instantly. Why? Because they deliver what smokers crave: flavor, variety, and everyday reliability without ever tasting ordinary. Now, they’re yours—direct, immediate, and crafted for your daily rotation. Each cookie tells its own story: the decadent sweetness of the Maduro, the golden creaminess of the Connecticut, and the spicy-sweet kick of the Habano. Together, they form a box of indulgence you can return to again and again. Flavor Journey Maduro Cookie: A rich, dessert-like smoke. Chocolate and espresso lead, rounded by molasses cookie sweetness and cocoa powder, with a lingering brown sugar finish. Connecticut Cookie: Soft and smooth, delivering creamy cedar and vanilla wafer sweetness, accented by honey and shortbread notes for a refined, golden profile. Habano Cookie: Bold and lively, opening with cinnamon sugar and red pepper before easing into toasted bread, caramel, and roasted almond richness. Why It Belongs in Privada While others raise prices, Privada brings you AJ Fernandez full-production blends for nearly half the cost of anything comparable. This series embodies what made Privada famous: boutique quality at everyday value, cigars that don’t just sit in your humidor—they fly. The Cookies Series is more than just clever branding. It’s a reminder that every day deserves a treat, and no one delivers that better than Privada. Production Notes Rolled at AJ Fernandez’s Tabacalera Annex in Estelí Three unique blends: San Andrés Maduro, Connecticut Shade, and Ecuador Habano Rosado Premium binders including Brazilian, Mexican, and Cameroon Immediate-ship release for Privada members Built for everyday smoking but made with premium tobaccos Highlights Collaboration with AJ Fernandez, Estelí, Nicaragua Three cookie-inspired blends, each with unique flavor experiences 5x54 robusto vitolas for consistency and comfort Everyday rotation cigars priced with Privada value in mind Instant sell-out during quiet test launch — now released to members
$25.00
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Saka Cigars Red Meat Lovers Filet Mignon (6x52)
Size: 6x52Vitola: Toro (Prensado)Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf MaduroBinder: NicaraguanFillers: Nicaraguan long-fillersFlavor Notes: Bold dark chocolate, espresso, and charred oak upfront. Midway brings black pepper, leather, and savory umami reminiscent of seared steak. The finish is long with molasses sweetness and a smoky depth that keeps the palate engaged.Pairing Notes: Perfect with a hearty bourbon, Cabernet Sauvignon, or a rich imperial stout. For a classic experience, pair it with a grilled ribeye or porterhouse and let the flavors intermingle.Manufacturer: Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust, Estelí, Nicaragua (Steve Saka) Privada Storytelling The Red Meat Lovers Club was built on indulgence: hearty meals, fine drinks, and cigars to match. Steve Saka of Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust took that ethos and rolled it into leaf, creating the Red Meat Lovers series. The Filet Mignon vitola—compact yet thick—embodies that balance of luxury and power. This is a cigar meant for the table. Imagine the sizzle of a cast-iron skillet, the aroma of steak resting before the first slice. The Filet Mignon captures that moment in cigar form: rich, savory, and unforgettable. It’s the smoke you light when the plates are cleared but the conversation is just beginning, when indulgence calls for one last expression of flavor. Flavor Journey The first draws deliver dark chocolate, espresso, and charred oak, setting a robust foundation. Quickly, black pepper and leather emerge, followed by a unique umami note that feels like a nod to perfectly seared steak. Midway, molasses sweetness softens the profile, weaving through the savory and smoky core. The final third is bold and lingering, a crescendo of earth, cocoa, and char that mirrors the satisfaction of the meal it was built to accompany. Why It Belongs in Privada The Red Meat Lovers Filet Mignon is a cigar with a purpose. It was never meant to be generic—it was designed to pair with food, to extend an experience, to live in the overlap between culinary indulgence and cigar craft. Privada members seek cigars that elevate moments, and this release does exactly that. It’s a Steve Saka creation with both story and substance, destined to become a humidor favorite. Production Notes Created by Steve Saka for the Red Meat Lovers Club Rolled at Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust’s Nicaraguan factory Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro wrapper for richness and depth Blend designed specifically for post-dinner pairing Highlights Steve Saka collaboration with the Red Meat Lovers Club Built to pair with steak and rich meals Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper for bold sweetness and strength Part of the celebrated Red Meat Lovers series
$16.40
