J.C. Newman Yagua
STRENGTH: •••
SIZE: 54 x 152 mm (6″)
PRICE:$ 7.5 | € –
TIME: 1h 10 min
COUNTRY: Nicaragua
WRAPPER: U.S.A.
BINDER: Nicaragua
FILLER: Nicaragua
J.C. Newman has turned 125 this year. They celebrated the occasion with some updated looks to certain brands and followed up the successful release of The American line with one of the most interesting releases this year: the Yagua line. Remarkable complexity and uncommon flavor profile. Interesting and unique.
Wood and earth, together with nuances of citrus, open the smoke. Then incense, earth, and cocoa, enriched with white pepper and cardamom. The spices become the main flavor in the finish.
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