Blackbird Cigars

Blackbird Superb Size: Toro (6″ × 52) and Robusto (5″ × 54)Vitola: ParejoWrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Maduro (oily, dark)Binder: Undisclosed Nicaraguan blendFillers: Undisclosed aged blendFlavor Notes: Espresso and dark cocoa Creamy leather and toasted cedar Black pepper and warm baking spice Subtle molasses sweetness and earth undertones Pairing Notes: Barrel‑strength bourbon, ristretto, dark stout, aged rumStrength/Body: Medium‑fullManufacturer: Blackbird Cigars (rolled in the Dominican Republic) Privada Storytelling Boldly Mellowed Superb takes Blackbird’s expressive house style and tempers it into a medium‑full experience with mature depth. The oily Ecuadorian Habano Maduro wrapper offers smoky sweetness without edge, while the hidden binder and fillers deliver layered core complexity. It’s smoke that grabs attention with richness yet holds it with smooth restraint. Flavor Journey First third: Launches with espresso and dark cocoa, grounded by creamy leather and cedarMiddle third: Toasted wood and baking spice emerge, pepper warms the coreFinal third: Molasses sweetness and earth appear in the finish, balanced by lingering spice Why It Belongs in Privada Superb is a perfect Privada partner—deeply flavored yet balanced, expressive but never loud. With its aged-leaning transition and smooth delivery, it rewards focused smoking without demanding performance. It’s substance with subtlety.

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Color Of Money Sampler By BlackBird Size: Mixed (Sampler)Vitola: Robusto, Box Press, and Specialty FormatsWrapper: Mixed (San Andres Maduro, Habano, and others)Binder: NicaraguanFillers: Nicaraguan and DominicanFlavor Notes: Chocolate, oak, vanilla, berry sweetness, cedar, spice, citrusPairing Notes: Bourbon, aged rum, espresso, dark chocolate, cappuccinoManufacturer: Blackbird Cigar Co. Privada Storytelling The Color Of Money Sampler is more than a four-pack — it’s a tribute to the swagger and tension of pool halls, hustlers, and the legends who lived for the break. Each cigar — Vince, Minnesota Fat, Fast Eddie, and Julian — plays its role in the drama. Two arrive banded, two unbanded, a deliberate challenge that forces the smoker to rely on instinct and palate instead of preconceptions. Like a cue ball scattering the rack, this sampler delivers unpredictability, excitement, and the taste of victory. Flavor Journey Vince: Smooth and creamy with oak, chocolate, and balanced spice.Minnesota Fat: Bold, box-pressed, full of chocolate richness, berry sweetness, and barrel-like depth.Fast Eddie (Unbanded): Elegant and earthy, with cedar, espresso, and roasted nuts.Julian (Unbanded): Dark, complex, with cocoa, pepper, and sweetness building to a refined finish. Why It Belongs in Privada The Color Of Money Sampler belongs in Privada because it fuses art, storytelling, and tobacco mastery. These cigars aren’t just smokes; they’re pieces of a narrative. This is boutique blending with theater — a set that collectors will remember and connoisseurs will analyze.

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Blackbird Cigar Co. × Cigar Culture – The Hawk Size: Box‑Pressed Toro (6″ × 54)Vitola: Gran ToroWrapper: Brazilian Cubra (Brazi luan Habano hybrid)Binder: Mexican San AndrésFillers: Nicaraguan and Dominican Republic long‑fillersStrength: Medium to medium‑fullFlavor Notes: Dark chocolate, cedar, black pepper, salted nuts, powdered cocoa, barnyard, sweet orange/citrus highlights, baking spices, creamy toasted wood, campfire smokePairing Notes: Cold brew coffee, Mexican chocolate, porter beer, aged rum, salted caramel treatsManufacturer: Blackbird Dominicana Cigar Factory in collaboration with The Cigar Culture (Adrian Acosta)  Privada Storytelling Crafted in collaboration with The Cigar Culture, The Hawk is a symbol of clarity, sharp vision, and calculated movement. This limited edition from Blackbird Cigar Co. is more than a cigar—it’s a cultural statement wrapped in Brazilian Cubra and laced with meaning. The bright yellow band isn’t just packaging; it’s presence. This is a smoke for those who recognize the value of vision, identity, and flavor in perfect balance. Only 600 boxes were released, making this a true collector’s item. Rolled in the Dominican Republic, it’s a blend meant to fly high—built for those moments when you rise above the noise and light up with purpose. Flavor Journey First third: Opens with dark chocolate and cedar. Black pepper hits early on the retrohale, followed by a slight citrus sweetness and powdered cocoa across the palate. Mid-smoke: Creamy texture develops. Salted nuts and barnyard tones emerge. A subtle tanginess and light cherry note play in the background, adding dimension. Final third: Baking spice and campfire warmth finish the profile. Black pepper returns alongside toasted wood and a soft citrus flicker. Finish is long, balanced, and slightly earthy. Why It Belongs in Privada This is exactly the kind of collaboration Privada was built for—artful, bold, limited. The Hawk unites style and substance, with a rare wrapper and a flavor arc that surprises even seasoned smokers. It’s boutique in origin, cultural in voice, and flavorful in every puff. A standout from two of the most exciting names in cigars today.

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Blackbird Unkind Cubra Size: Robusto (5″ × 50), Gran Toro (6″ × 54), Corona (6″ × 44)Vitola: Parejo with closed foot and triple capWrapper: Brazilian Cubra MaduroBinder: Dominican RepublicFillers: Nicaraguan Corojo, Nicaraguan Criollo 98, Pennsylvania Broadleaf (HBA blend)Flavor Notes: Earth, dark chocolate, espresso, raw sugar‑cane, creamy caramel, walnut, vanilla, orange zest, tobacco leatherPairing Notes: Dark‑roast espresso, aged rum or bourbon, rich milk stout, dark chocolate trufflesManufacturer: Blackbird Cigar Co. (Blender – Jonas Santana; rolled in Dominican Republic)  Privada Storytelling Unkind Cubra is Blackbird’s boldest statement—an homage to flavor-first craftsmanship wrapped in a rare Brazilian Cubra leaf. Designed to surprise and satisfy, it’s a cigar for those who love discovery over predictability. In Privada’s collection, it stands as the maverick: earthy yet sweet, rustic yet refined—a smoke that defies expectations and rewards focus. Flavor Journey From the first light, Unkind Cubra delivers a wave of earthy leather and gentle pepper, soon joined by dark chocolate and espresso that anchor a core of deep tobacco. As it moves into the midsection, creamy caramel and vanilla emerge, punctuated by lingering orange zest that keeps the palate bright. In the final third, notes of toasted walnut and rich raw sugar‑cane sweetness rise to the surface, balancing the spice with a mellow, lingering finish. Throughout, the Cubra wrapper reveals its complexity, tying each transition together in a 90‑minute journey of depth and pleasure. Why It Belongs in Privada Privada champions cigars that offer more than smoke—they offer a story. Unkind Cubra checks every box: rare wrapper, multi-source filler, bold flavor, and structured balance. It’s a cigar that you won’t reach for daily, but when you do, it reminds you why cigars matter. It’s unapologetically adventurous and expertly executed.

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Blackbird Jackdaw Connecticut Size: Robusto (5″ × 50), Gran Toro (6″ × 54), Corona (6″ × 44)Vitola: Parejo (classic non‑box‑pressed)Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut ShadeBinder: IndonesianFillers: Dominican, Corojo 99, and USA long-fillersFlavor Notes: Cream, toasted nuts, cedar, white pepper, sweet tobacco, citrus zest, mild leatherPairing Notes: Mild coffee, honey‑ale beer, vanilla‑cream stout, aged rum, almond biscottiManufacturer: Blackbird Cigar Co. (blended by Jonas Santana; rolled in Dominican Republic) Privada Storytelling Jackdaw Connecticut is Blackbird’s approachable, yet flavorful invitation to shade-wrapper fans. Wrapped in silky Ecuadorian Connecticut and packed with a multi-region filler blend, this mild-to-medium smoke blends creamy sweetness, spice, and citrus subtlety. It’s crafted for everyday moments—morning reflection with coffee, deckside ease, or conversation under soft light. In the Privada collection, Jackdaw is the reliable, low-octane companion that still surprises you with character. Flavor Journey Jackdaw opens with gentle cream and toasted nuts, followed quickly by a delicate cedar sweetness and whisper of white pepper. Mid-smoke, a hint of citrus zest brightens the profile, mingling with soft tobacco and mild leather. The final third deepens the cream and brings a warming cedar-tinged sweetness. It’s consistent and comforting, avoiding flatness while remaining easygoing—a balanced morning-to-afternoon smoke. Why It Belongs in Privada Privada seeks cigars that feel timeless yet thoughtful. Jackdaw checks both boxes—a well-made Connecticut with unexpected layers—from the Corojo 99 filler adding complexity, to Jonas Santana’s blend craft. It offers subtlety without surrendering flavor, making it perfect for daily enjoyment. It’s the smoke you’ll revisit week after week.

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Blackbird Cuco Criollo Size: Robusto (5″ × 50), Toro (6″ × 54)Vitola: Parejo with triple cap and open footWrapper: Brazilian Colorado CriolloBinder: IndonesianFillers: Dominican long-fillersFlavor Notes: Semi-sweet chocolate, black pepper, baking spice (cinnamon), woody cedar, creamy coffee, earth, occasional apricot sweetnessPairing Notes: Medium coffee, light rum, sweet stout, chocolate-covered almondsManufacturer: Blackbird Cigar Co. (blended by Jonas Santana; rolled in Dominican Republic) Privada Storytelling Cuco Criollo is Blackbird’s flavorful nod to the Brazilian Criollo wrapper—bold yet balanced, familiar yet intriguing. With its Indonesian binder and Dominican filler, this smoke bridges continents in a chewable, approachable smoke. It's the kind of stick you revisit because it hits comfort notes but with a twist. In Privada’s lineup, Cuco is the daily wildcard: deep enough to reward interest, smooth enough for regular rotation. Flavor Journey (in paragraph form) From the moment it’s lit, Cuco presents a silky blend of semi-sweet chocolate and cedar, layered over a mild burst of black pepper. As the smoke progresses, baking spice—especially a touch of cinnamon—edges forward, intertwining with creamy coffee and subtle earth tones. In the midsection, the chocolate deepens into a milk-chocolate mocha, supported by a woody backbone. By the final third, a whisper of dried apricot sweetness appears, tempering the spice and leading to a softly lingering finish of earth and cocoa. It’s a medium-bodied journey that remains balanced and engaging throughout. Why It Belongs in Privada Cuco Criollo embodies Privada’s ethos: heritage, craftsmanship, and charm, without arrogant complexity. Its Brazilian Criollo wrapper is a rare twist on a Dominican blend, and the smoke remains accessible enough for everyday enjoyment. It’s a character-filled workhorse—something you’ll turn to morning after morning and still discover little surprises.

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Blackbird Finch Sumatra Size: Robusto (5″ × 50), Toro (6″ × 52), Corona (6″ × 44)Vitola: Parejo with triple capWrapper: Indonesian-grown Sumatra (Dominican)Binder: IndonesianFillers: Dominican Republic and U.S.A. long-fillersFlavor Notes: Cream, white pepper, espresso, milk chocolate, baking spice, cedar, toasted nutsPairing Notes: Morning coffee, honey-ale, cinnamon-spiced tea, vanilla pastry, light rumManufacturer: Blackbird Cigar Co. (blended by Jonas Santana; rolled in Dominican Republic) Privada Storytelling Finch Sumatra is Blackbird’s invitation to the softer side of sun-grown wrappers—a refined morning smoke with personality. Wrapped in silky Dominican Sumatra and filled with American-Dominican long-leaf tobaccos, it balances bright complexity with an easygoing demeanor. In Privada’s collection, Finch is the sunrise companion: mild in strength, but layered in character—crafted for calm starts and thoughtful moments. Flavor Journey On first light, Finch greets you with creamy milk notes and a sharp whisper of white pepper, evolving into a soft espresso and cedar backbone. Mid-smoke, subtle baking spices—especially cinnamon and nutmeg—meld with milk chocolate and toasted nuts, creating a gentle yet nuanced core. In the final third, cedar and coffee deepen, while the spice recedes into a warm, sweet finish. It’s a smooth, comforting arc—complex without demanding attention. Why It Belongs in Privada Privada values cigars that deliver thoughtful depth with everyday elegance, and Finch delivers exactly that. It’s mild enough for morning or casual pairing yet rich enough to stand on its own. With refined construction and flavor complexity uncommon in mid-strength smokes, it’s a subtle showstopper. That balance of accessibility and nuance makes Finch a Privada staple.

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Blackbird Rook Sumatra Size: Robusto (5″ × 50), Toro/Gran Toro (6″ × 54), Corona (6″ × 44)Vitola: Parejo with triple cap and open footWrapper: Ecuadorian/ Dominican-grown Sumatra (Colorado Claro)Binder: Dominican HabanoFillers: Dominican Republic and Nicaraguan long-fillersFlavor Notes: Cream, cedar, vanilla, earth, leather, nutmeg, white pepper, subtle citrus zestPairing Notes: Mild to medium-roast coffee, honey-ale, vanilla pastry, aged rum, cinnamon-stick teaManufacturer: Blackbird Cigar Co. (blend by Jonas Santana; rolled in the Dominican Republic)  Privada Storytelling Rook Sumatra is Blackbird’s invitation to exploration wrapped in morning ease—a mild-to-medium smoke that surprises with depth. Its silky Sumatra wrapper and smooth Habano binder encase tobaccos from two nations, striking a balance between nostalgic comfort and nuanced flavor. In Privada’s collection, Rook is the understated centerpiece: gentle in strength, yet resonant in character—ideal for thoughtful reflection or easy conversation. Flavor Journey Rook opens gently with creamy notes of cedar and mild leather, layered with an inviting vanilla sweetness. As it progresses, the smoke evolves into richer realms—earth and nutmeg emerge, punctuated by soft white pepper, producing a slow-burning peppery echo. Midway, a hint of citrus zest brightens the profile, blending with toasted nut and tea-like undertones. In the final third, a rounded earth-and-leather core anchors the palate, while cedar drifts in, ending on a cozy, creamy finish that lingers.  Why It Belongs in Privada Privada values cigars that offer depth without draught—Rook does just that. It’s elegant enough for shared moments but layered enough to reward attention. With its rare Sumatra wrapper, multiregional fillers, and Jonas Santana’s craftsmanship, Rook delivers complexity in a daily-rotational format. That’s the Privada trifecta: approachable, refined, meaningful.

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Blackbird Crow San Andrews Size: Robusto (5″ × 50), Gran Toro (6″ × 54), Doble Toro/Box‑Pressed Toro (6″ × 52), CoronaVitola: Parejo (round and box‑pressed available)Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés MaduroBinder: Dominican HabanoFillers: Nicaraguan Criollo ’98, Corojo, Pennsylvania Broadleaf, Dominican & Nicaraguan (multi‑source long-fillers)Flavor Notes: Dark chocolate, espresso, oak tannins, spice (white & black pepper), earthy soil, cedar, leather, malty dark beer, peanut butter undertonesPairing Notes: Imperial stout or porter, dark‑roast coffee, aged rum or bourbon, leather‑lined Scotch, black tea, dark chocolate dessertsManufacturer: Blackbird Cigar Co. (blend by Jonas Santana; rolled at Blackbird Dominicana Factory in the Dominican Republic)  Privada Storytelling Crow San Andrés is Blackbird’s flagship maduro—bold in presentation but nuanced in execution. With its closed-foot start and slow burn, it builds steadily from peppery and oaky, to rich peanut-mocha complexity. In Privada’s lineup, it’s the evening’s main act: a conversation starter that runs deep while staying smooth. Flavor Journey Crow ignites with a blast of white-and-black pepper over oaky tannins and dark malts, gradually balancing into espresso and dark chocolate sweetness. Mid-smoke, earthy leather, cedar, and rich molasses emerge, merging into a creamy peanut-butter mouthfeel. In the final quarter, cedar leads again, softened by bittersweet chocolate and nutty warmth—the finish peppery, dry, and satisfyingly enduring.  Why It Belongs in Privada This is a smoke that commands attention while staying impeccably balanced. Crow uses rare wrappers and layered filler leaves to deliver depth without overkill. It’s one of those cigars that earns ritual‑smoke status—rewarding focus, rich in flavor complexity, and backed by expert execution. That’s Privada-perfect.

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