Black Label Trading Co. Cigars

Black Label Trading Co. Viaticum Robusto Size: 5″ × 54 (Box-pressed Robusto) Wrapper: Ecuadorian Maduro (dark, oily) Binder: Honduran Habano Fillers: Nicaraguan and Honduran long-fillers Strength: Medium‑Full Flavor Notes:Dark cocoa, earth, cedar, baker’s spice, espresso, cinnamon, raisin, black pepper, floral accents, dried fruit sweetness  Pairing Notes:Dark roast coffee, barrel-aged rum, spiced stout, bittersweet desserts Manufacturer: Black Label Trading Co. (Fabrica Oveja Negra, Estelí, Nicaragua) Release: Limited release as evolution of Last Rites; first offered in 2019 for the brand’s sixth anniversary, re-released in 2021 in Robusto, Toro, and Lancero formats Privada Storytelling A Reverent Evolution in Shadowed Leaf Viaticum is the torch-lit successor to Last Rites—grave, complex, and refined. It marries premium Honduran and Nicaraguan filler tobaccos with an Ecuadorian Maduro wrapper and Habano binder, reflecting James Brown’s intent to balance strength with nuance. This robusto isn’t boastful; it's ceremonious—build by build, taste by taste, it honors ritual in each box-pressed moment. Flavor Journey First third:Deep cocoa and earth lead, followed by cedar, baker’s spice, and hints of espresso; pepper and cinnamon weave gently through the base  Middle third:Raisin and floral sweetness emerge, undercut by rich cedar and spice; draw tightens slightly as body builds  Final third:Black pepper and dried fruit linger, intensifying with cocoa and earth; finish echoes spice and tobacco richness Construction is solid with a smooth draw and thick, aromatic smoke output; burn is mostly even with light touch-up needed occasionally Why It Belongs in Privada Viaticum embodies Privada's dedication to layered craftsmanship and mindful indulgence. It’s bold yet balanced, structured yet evolving—a cigar designed for reverence, not rush. It delivers a medium-full ritual that appeals to contemplative palates seeking heritage and depth.

Read more less

Black Label Trading Co. Deliverance “Porcelain” Corona Gorda Size: 5½″ × 46 (Corona Gorda) Wrapper: Light, rose-tinted Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade Binder: Honduran Habano Fillers: Honduran and Nicaraguan long-fillers Strength: Medium Flavor Notes:Cream, light cedar, gentle floral sweetness, honeyed almonds, mild white pepper, soft graham cracker Pairing Notes:Almond croissant, lavender tea, café au lait, light fruit tart, mild Chardonnay Manufacturer: Black Label Trading Co. (Fabrica Oveja Negra, Estelí, Nicaragua) Release: Special tonal “Porcelain” edition in the Deliverance line, celebrating softness and elevation in a Corona Gorda format Privada Storytelling A Quiet Sanctuary in Tobacco Form The “Porcelain” Corona offers delicate sophistication wrapped in subtlety. Its pale Connecticut Shade wrapper invites calm—cream, cedar, and honeyed notes that unfold slowly, like gentle dawn light. This cigar isn't about bold statements; it's about refining ritual. Ideal for moments of ease, reflection, or serene company. A gentle reminder that ceremony doesn't require grandeur. Flavor Journey First third:Silky cream and light cedar open, with almond and gentle floral accents underpinned by a whisper of white pepper Middle third:Honeyed sweetness and graham-like undertones emerge alongside soft cedar and warmed cream Final third:Cream lingers, supported by mild woodiness and floral traces; finish is smooth, clean, and gently spiced Draw is smooth with effortless flow, burn remains even, and smoke remains light, aromatic, and balanced throughout. Why It Belongs in Privada This corona gorda embodies Privada’s ethos of intentional calm. Poised, layered, and refined—Deliverance “Porcelain” honors the quieter spaces of ritual and relaxation. It's not about force; it's about presence. Breathing room in a delicate package.

Read more less