Joya De Nicaragua Consul

Always popular since its introduction in the 1970’s, the Joya De Nicaragua line was re-blended in 1996. The flagship series featured this month is handmade in Esteli, Nicaragua and offers a mild-to-medium bodied taste thanks to an Ecuadorian-grown, Connecticut-seed wrapper. The line is available in no less than 10 sizes from a petite panetela up through a Giant (8.5 x 52). Joya De Nicaragua also introduced their Maduro Deluxe line in ’96 which features a Costa Rica-grown maduro wrapper and a much fuller bodied smoking experience. The Maduro Deluxe line is presented in a Churchill, Lonsdale, Toro and Robusto. Both lines are meticulously cured and skillfully rolled, earning them their distinction o f being a true "Jewel of Nicaragua."

Immediately note a rustic Colorado Claro in this well constructed Nicaraguan treat. It feels substantial in your hand with just the right amount of tobacco, was firm to the touch with no soft spots and offered a cool, even burn and effortless draw. We found the flavor to be identifiably Nicaraguan, offering a slightly sweet taste and rich earthy spicy character. Also note a hint of cocoa and some cedar evident. Look for a mild non-lingering finish in this mild-to-medium bodied smoke. Overall, we found it to be rich in taste and mild in body, a great combination. You should pair it up with a malty red ale or perhaps a Cuervo Gold Margarita on the rocks.