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1 Issue, May/June 2023

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As the highest-scoring cigar of both the category and the entire issue, the Padrón Serie 1926 No. 48 from Nicaragua scored 96 points, bringing us uncommon levels of richness and depth of flavor. The blend is strong without being overpowering and elegant without being dainty. Every bold layer has a subtle level beneath and this speaks to the proper aging of the tobaccos. The 60 ring gauge is a relatively new size for the Serie 1926, showing Padrón’s ability to scale up the blend and successfully bring it to new heights. The Plasencia Cosecha 149 Santa Fe scored 91 points. It’s from Honduras and, according to the company, is made with tobacco from Plasencia’s 149th harvest, which took place in 2014. The Corojo-seed wrapper was grown in Honduras.
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NICARAGUA RING GAUGE: 60 LENGTH: 5 1/2" FILLER: NICARAGUA BINDER: NICARAGUA WRAPPER: NICARAGUA PADRÓN SERIE 1926 NO. 48 MADURO Opulent notes of cocoa and almond make for a rich foundation, finely detailed with accents of honey and cinnamon. Roasted peanut on the finish harmonizes the smoke. The draw and burn are consistently even. U.S.: $22.90 U.K.: N/A STRENGTH: Medium 96 HONDURAS RING GAUGE: 60 LENGTH: 4 7/8" FILLER: HONDURAS BINDER: HONDURAS WRAPPER: HONDURAS PLASENCIA COSECHA 149 SANTA FE Dark and slightly pressed with an oily wrapper. Strong underpinnings of dark chocolate and espresso are balanced by notes of anise, caramel and nuts. Bold and tasty with an even draw and burn. U.S.: $12.00 U.K.: N/A STRENGTH: Medium-Full 91 NICARAGUA RING GAUGE: 60 LENGTH: 6" FILLER: NICARAGUA BINDER: NICARAGUA WRAPPER: ECUADOR EL BATON DOUBLE TORO Topped with a multi-seam cap, this veiny grande has a wavy burn and open draw. Its gingerbread and molasses qualities are spiced…
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