Blackbird Cigars

Blackbird Cactus Wren Size: Corona Gorda (5¾″ × 46)Vitola: ParejoWrapper: Ecuadorian MaduroBinder: Nicaraguan HabanoFillers: Nicaraguan long-fillers (Estelí, Jalapa)Flavor Notes: Dark cherry, cracked black pepper, espresso crema, earth, toasted almond, leather, baking spice, cocoa nibPairing Notes: Ristretto, aged rum, dark chocolate, spiced pecan pastryManufacturer: Blackbird Cigars (crafted in Nicaragua) Privada Storytelling Small Bird, Big Statement Named for the nimble desert songbird, Cactus Wren packs notable depth into a subtle profile. The dark wrapper brings richness, while the Nicaraguan core delivers a mature, layered experience. It doesn't shout—it sings. Earth and dark fruit open, evolving into cedar and creamy espresso, and finishing on gentle spice. It’s a compact yet thoughtful experience. Flavor Journey First Third: Dark cherry sweetness balances cracked black pepper and espresso Middle Third: Earth and leather deepen; toasted almond and cedar structure Final Third: Cocoa nib bitterness emerges, finishing with warm baking spice and lingering dry almond Why It Belongs in Privada This cigar is about concentrated storytelling. Small, refined, and purposeful—Cactus Wren speaks in mood, not volume. It rewards quieter moments, offering structure and depth without overwhelming. Just like Privada favors, it brings crafted balance and reflective nuance in every puff.

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Blackbird “Can’t Clip My Wings (With Superb) Pack” Sizes: Toro (6″ × 52) and Robusto (5″ × 50)Vitola: ParejoWrapper: Ecuadorian Habano MaduroBinder: Nicaraguan HabanoFillers: Nicaraguan long‑fillers (Estelí, Jalapa) with a rare Honduran tierFlavor Notes: Rich mocha and bittersweet dark chocolate Toasted almond layered over cedar and leather Warm baking spice (cinnamon, clove) and black pepper Subtle fig sweetness and earth undertone Pairing Notes: Barrel‑strength bourbon, French‑press espresso, dark porter, almond nougatStrength/Body: Medium‑fullManufacturer: Blackbird Cigars (hand‑crafted in Estelí, Nicaragua) Privada Storytelling Unbreakable Flight “Can’t Clip My Wings” is a testament to resilience and artistry. Developed alongside Superb as a paired concept, this pack delivers bold yet elegant Maduro flavor—spoken softly but firmly. Each draw carries depth and clarity, like wings slicing the air. It’s a smoke of courage and craft, meant for those who rise beyond gravity. Flavor Journey First third: Mocha and dark chocolate open with creamy cedar and leather tones Middle third: Toasted almond and baking spice unfold; cinnamon and clove add warmth Final third: Black pepper and fig sweetness round the finale, with spice and earth lingering Why It Belongs in Privada This release exemplifies purposeful design and intention. A balanced Maduro with aged tobaccos, clean transitions, and emotional narrative. It’s a cigar you respect from light to nub, offering strength with grace—a Privada staple.

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Blackbird Raven Cubra Size: 6″ × 54Vitola: ToroWrapper: Brazilian CubraBinder: IndonesianFillers: Nicaraguan, Dominican, USAFlavor Notes: Black pepper, dark chocolate, oak, molasses, cinnamon, coffee bean, dried figPairing Notes: Mezcal, ginger root tea, spiced cola, mole negro, cinnamon cold brewManufacturer: Blackbird Cigar Co. (Dominican Republic) A Smoke That Soars at Dusk The Blackbird Raven isn’t just another blend in a colorful portfolio—it’s the nocturnal heartbeat of the flock. Darker, moodier, more intense. And at its core is something rare: a Brazilian Cubra wrapper. Cubra is Cuba’s genetic legacy grown in Brazilian soil, delivering strength, sweetness, and mystery all in one leaf. This isn’t just a maduro alternative. It’s a whole different animal—an unlit alley lit by neon memory, a whisper of danger wrapped in elegance. From the first draw, Raven announces itself. Bold pepper. Charred wood. A snap of molasses on the back end. Then the deeper notes glide in—coffee bean, bitter chocolate, cinnamon dust. This is a cigar for the thinker, the night owl, the one chasing flavor at the edge of convention. It’s a flight into the dark with the kind of direction only Blackbird can map. Flavor Journey First Third: Immediate punch of black pepper and dark chocolate over dry oak and earth.Second Third: Cinnamon and molasses emerge, with a coffee core and silky retrohale.Final Third: Dried fig, cocoa bitterness, and toasted wood close out with quiet intensity and perfect combustion. Why It Belongs in Privada Privada has always leaned into the shadows—that place where forgotten tobaccos, misunderstood brands, and misunderstood people live. Blackbird’s Raven Cubra is a blend that walks in like it knows something the others don’t. It’s got depth, edge, and story. It uses Cubra, a wrapper few dare to feature, and makes it sing in harmony with filler regions that normally fight for dominance. It’s boutique daring in full flight—and that’s where Privada thrives.

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