Padilla Single Batch Barrel Proof is the first cigar to be produced in the brand new Tabacalera Padilla in Nicaragua, which opened its doors in mid-2019. Being the first production cigar out of a new factory carries great expectations, especially when produced under the close supervision of such a superstar as long-time industry veteran Ernesto Padilla. Not surprisingly, those expectations were exceeded with this modern classic, which consists of Nicaraguan filler and binder tobaccos and a dark, oily San Andres wrapper leaf from Mexico. The filler and binder leaves happen to be authentic Cuban seed Corojo grown on the famed Aganorsa farms in Jalapa. All tobacco used in the blend undergoes extensive aging, yielding a final product that is as smooth as it is rich. (Shop all Padilla Cigars)
From the clean cedar chests to the simple, yet luxurious gold and black bands, the packaging for Single Batch Barrel Proof is both stylish and contemporary. Each vitola sports a sharp box press and fine-tuned construction to boot. The draw is easy and provides a massive volume of smoke, at first greeting the palate with rich cedar and tangy black pepper. Moving forward, the flavor profile gains strength, evolving from tangy to spicy and presenting more white pepper and hints of chocolate. Subtle undertones of earthy raw tobacco hold everything together, and there is a bit of coffee and sweetness on the retrohale. Overall, this blend ends up on the very tolerable end of medium-full-bodied.
As a whole, Padilla cigars have never really been intended for a less-than-mature audience. Since its introduction in the early 2000s, the Padilla name has garnered somewhat of a cult following among more experienced and discriminating connoisseurs. This case remains with Single Batch Barrel Proof. Medium-full-bodied and boasting more than a handful of subtle complexities, only the truly refined palate will be able to give the blend the appreciation it deserves. This stick pairs beautifully with coffee, port wine, or dark beer, and certainly fits the bill for a luxurious daily smoke. Though not quite as high on the strength scale as such other San Andres-wrapped concoctions as Oliva Serie V Maduro or E.P. Carrillo La Historia, the cigar in question is definitely comparable in terms of flavor and satisfaction. The term "barrel proof" is used in the production of bourbon when one particular barrel seems to taste better than the rest of the batch. Does it work the same way with cigars? We will let you be the judge of that. Try a Padilla Single Batch Barrel Proof today and let us know if it's worthy of the name!
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