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ELADIO EXPERIENCE
ELADIO EXPERIENCE Size: 5 x 52Vitola: RobustoWrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut ShadeBinder: Dominican CorojoFillers: Dominican San Vicente, Corojo, and OlorFlavor Notes: Toasted almonds, sweet cream, cedar, black pepper, dried raspberry, graham cracker, citrus zest, smoky oak, toasted rice, bright dried fruit, apricotPairing Notes: Butter croissant with apricot preserves, toasted almonds, graham crackers with whipped cream, XO Cognac, Brut Champagne, light roast coffee with cream, vanilla bean gelatoManufacturer: Tabacalera Díaz Cabrera Privada Storytelling Some cigars are great because of the blend. Others become great because someone had the patience to leave them alone. Eladio Experience is both. This cigar was made by Eladio Díaz shortly after he left Davidoff and opened Tabacalera Díaz Cabrera with his family. Eladio spent nearly 40 years helping shape the style associated with Davidoff before eventually opening his own factory. Originally, this cigar was intended for our Experience Program. That project never moved forward, which explains the unfinished band. So we put the cigars away. Nearly four years passed before we went back and smoked one. That changed everything. We already knew what Eladio could do with Connecticut tobacco. The Orchid, the first Connecticut he made for us after leaving Davidoff, proved that. But this cigar went somewhere even more interesting. It carries the elegance and refinement we associate with classic Dominican Connecticut cigars, but with more body, more depth, and none of the bitterness that can sometimes appear in the style. Sometimes the missing ingredient in a blend is not another tobacco. Sometimes it is time. Flavor Journey The first third begins with powdery, velvety smoke that immediately coats the palate. Toasted almonds, sweet cream, and soft cedar lead while a thin ribbon of black pepper moves through the retrohale. The mouthfeel is rich and balanced, with the kind of refined character that makes the cigar feel familiar while still offering more weight and depth than a traditional mild Connecticut profile. In the second third, dried raspberry joins graham cracker, sweet cream, smoked cedar, citrus zest, and black pepper. The cigar continues building complexity while remaining elegant and composed. The final third brings smoky oak, cream, toasted rice, black pepper, and bright dried fruit. The richness deepens while the fruit becomes more vibrant, showing just how dramatically four years of age transformed the cigar. Why It Belongs in Privada Eladio Experience is a perfect example of why aging and access matter. This cigar came from one of the most experienced Dominican cigar makers in the industry during a very specific moment in his career, shortly after leaving Davidoff and beginning his own factory with his family. Then the original project disappeared. Instead of forcing the cigars into another release, we let them rest. Four years later, they became something better than what we originally expected. There is history behind the tobacco, history behind the person who made it, and years of development that could not have been rushed. That is the kind of cigar Privada was built to preserve and eventually share. Production Notes Eladio Experience was produced at Tabacalera Díaz Cabrera in a 5 x 52 Robusto format. The blend uses an Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper over a Dominican Corojo binder with Dominican San Vicente, Corojo, and Olor fillers. The cigar was originally produced for Privada's Experience Program but was never released through that project. The cigars were instead placed into Privada's coolers and aged for nearly four years. That extended rest softened and integrated the blend while allowing its cream, cedar, fruit, nut, and spice characteristics to develop with greater depth. The result is a Connecticut cigar that maintains elegance while delivering considerably more richness and complexity than the style often suggests. Highlights Aged nearly four years 5 x 52 Robusto Made by Eladio Díaz Produced at Tabacalera Díaz Cabrera Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper Dominican Corojo binder Dominican San Vicente, Corojo, and Olor fillers Originally created for the Privada Experience Program Toasted almond, cream, cedar, fruit, and black pepper profile A richer interpretation of the classic Dominican Connecticut style
$15.00
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ÜBERMUT by German Engineered Cigar
ÜBERMUT BY GERMAN ENGINEERED CIGAR Size: 6 x 46Vitola: Corona GordaWrapper: Aganorsa NicaraguaBinder: Aganorsa NicaraguaFillers: Aganorsa NicaraguaFlavor Notes: Milk chocolate, caramel, roasted peanuts, salted peanuts, red pepper, black pepper, cedar, grilled steak, apricot jam, amaretto, almond, cayennePairing Notes: Snickers Ice Cream Bar, amaretto, aged Nicaraguan rum, Oktoberfest Märzen, amber lager, salted roasted peanuts, milk chocolate with almonds, medium rare ribeye with flaky sea saltManufacturer: Tabacos Tropical, Nicaragua Privada Storytelling Some cigars remind you why digging through old collections is still worth doing. Übermut is one of them. The name means bold confidence in German, but this cigar was not originally blended specifically for German Engineered Cigars. It was discovered inside Privada's collection of more than three million cigars resting in our aging coolers and selected for this collaboration using the Privada Method. The blend itself was created years ago by one of the true masters of the cigar industry. Because of legal concerns, we cannot disclose who blended it, but this exact blend was specifically requested years ago and somehow eventually found its way into our collection. Then it sat. Eight years ago, these cigars were tucked away in the coolers. For a long time we hesitated to release them because the draw was firmer than what we thought our members would enjoy. That turned out to be part of what makes the cigar so interesting. A firmer draw slows everything down. The burn becomes more deliberate. The tobacco has time to reveal itself gradually instead of throwing everything at you at once. After eight years, the flavor is dense, layered, and remarkably developed. This is the kind of cigar that reminds us why Privada exists. You are not likely to walk into a store and find an eight year aged all Aganorsa Nicaraguan puro from an earlier era of Tabacos Tropical sitting on the shelf. Sometimes the best cigars are the ones that were almost forgotten. Flavor Journey The first third opens immediately with milk chocolate, caramel, roasted peanuts, salted peanuts, red pepper, cedar, and thick creamy smoke. On the retrohale, black pepper appears alongside a savory grilled steak character that gives the sweetness much more depth. In the second third, the core remains intact. Chocolate, caramel, peanuts, salt, cedar, and cream continue while a brighter fruit sweetness begins developing underneath. Apricot jam starts working its way through the nuttiness as black pepper continues framing the profile. The final third takes that fruit in another direction. The apricot character transforms toward amaretto while almond becomes increasingly pronounced. Red pepper develops into warming cayenne while chocolate, cedar, and dense creamy smoke remain present through the finish. The draw stays on the firmer side, but this is a cigar built to be smoked slowly. Why It Belongs in Privada Übermut represents one of the most important parts of what Privada does. We search through cigars that have been resting outside the normal retail cycle and give exceptional tobacco another opportunity to be experienced. This is an all Aganorsa Nicaraguan puro rolled at Tabacos Tropical before Aganorsa moved production elsewhere. Then it spent eight years aging in our coolers. You cannot recreate that with a new production run. The factory changes. Tobacco changes. People move. Blends disappear. What remains are the cigars that were already made. Übermut is a chance to smoke one of those moments. Production Notes Übermut was produced at Tabacos Tropical in Nicaragua in a 6 x 46 Corona Gorda format. The cigar is a Nicaraguan puro using Aganorsa tobacco for the wrapper, binder, and filler. According to the tasting card, these cigars were rolled before Aganorsa moved production elsewhere and were placed into Privada's aging coolers approximately eight years ago. The cigar also features a black Übermut foot band containing an embedded RFID chip that connects to German Engineered Cigars and the story surrounding the collaboration. Its slightly firmer draw is intentional to the experience, encouraging a slower smoking pace while allowing the aged tobacco to develop gradually throughout the cigar. Highlights Aged eight years 6 x 46 Corona Gorda All Aganorsa Nicaraguan puro Aganorsa wrapper, binder, and filler Rolled at Tabacos Tropical in Nicaragua Produced before Aganorsa moved production elsewhere Milk chocolate, caramel, peanut, pepper, and amaretto driven profile Selected from Privada's aging collection using the Privada Method Collaboration with German Engineered Cigars RFID enabled foot band linking to the story behind the project
$16.00
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Fuego Maduro Pre-Release
Fuego Maduro Pre-Release Size: 5 x 54 Vitola: Toro Wrapper: Turrent Mexican San Andrés Negro Binder: Colombian Fillers: Brazilian and Estelí, Nicaragua Flavor Notes: Chocolate, leather, raspberry jam, red pepper, cream, cedar, chocolate covered berries, oak, florals, woods Pairing Notes: Chocolate mousse pie, chocolate cake, chocolate ice cream, dark chocolate, chocolate stout, bourbon, rye, cognac Manufacturer: Tabacalera Annex Privada Storytelling Fuego has been here before. In years past, Fuego was a box pressed Connecticut made with some of the finest tobaccos we could get our hands on. It was strong, spicy, and for some smokers, maybe a little too much. Now Fuego is changing. This is the pre release of Fuego Maduro, a darker interpretation built around Mexican San Andrés Negro from the Turrent family, people who understand this tobacco as well as anyone. Underneath that wrapper is a Colombian binder with Brazilian and Estelí fillers. A.J. Fernandez gathered the rest of the blend himself, using tobacco grown by him along with tobacco selected through his own eye and palate. Then we waited. These cigars sat for a year and a half while the tobacco settled, matured, and began working together. Now they are ready. The final production version will most likely move to a 6 x 54. This 5 x 54 is your first look at what Fuego is becoming. Not the finished cigar.The beginning of it. Flavor Journey The first third opens with chocolate, leather, raspberry jam, and red pepper. Cream begins to build underneath while cedar keeps the profile grounded. In the second third, the fruit becomes richer. Chocolate covered berries move forward with red pepper and velvety cream while the cedar gradually develops into oak. The final third brings berries, florals, woods, and leather together. The profile becomes deeper and more integrated, finishing with the kind of rich creaminess that shows what a year and a half of rest can do for a blend. Why It Belongs in Privada This is exactly the kind of cigar Privada was created for. You are not smoking the finished retail version of Fuego Maduro. You are smoking the cigar while it is still becoming what it will eventually be. That gives members a chance to experience the blend at a stage most cigar smokers never see. A Mexican San Andrés wrapper from the Turrent family. A.J. Fernandez selected tobaccos underneath it. A year and a half of aging. And a format that may change before the final cigar ever reaches production. It is a snapshot of the process before the process is finished. Production Notes Fuego Maduro Pre Release #092628 was produced at Tabacalera Annex in a 5 x 54 Toro format. The blend uses a Turrent Mexican San Andrés Negro wrapper over a Colombian binder with Brazilian and Estelí, Nicaragua fillers. According to the tasting card, A.J. Fernandez gathered the tobaccos used underneath the wrapper, including tobacco he grew himself and tobacco he personally selected. The cigars were aged for approximately 1.5 years before release. The final production version is expected to move toward a 6 x 54 format, making this release an early look at the future of Fuego Maduro. Highlights Aged approximately 1.5 years 5 x 54 Toro pre release format Turrent Mexican San Andrés Negro wrapper Colombian binder Brazilian and Estelí fillers Tobaccos gathered and selected by A.J. Fernandez Produced at Tabacalera Annex Chocolate, raspberry, pepper, cedar, and cream driven profile First look at the future Fuego Maduro blend
$13.00
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Montenegro O.G.53
Montenegro O.G.53 Privada Storytelling Some cigars are made for a quick smoke. The Montenegro O.G.53 is made for the moments when you have nowhere else to be. Measuring an impressive 7.28 inches with a 53 ring gauge, this long format cigar is a statement of traditional craftsmanship and the patience required to enjoy it. Montenegro Selección Privada approaches tobacco with an old school philosophy, emphasizing hand selection, traditional processing, and skilled rollers rather than industrial shortcuts. The O.G.53 brings that dedication into a substantial format designed for the smoker who appreciates the ritual as much as the cigar itself. At Privada, we are always drawn to cigars that give you a reason to slow down. This is one of them. Cigar Details Size: 7.28 x 53 Vitola: Long format, exact factory designation not published Wrapper: Undisclosed Binder: Undisclosed Fillers: Undisclosed Flavor Notes: Blend specific tasting notes have not been publicly confirmed. Pairing Notes: Black coffee, aged rum, or a spirit of your choice. Suggested pairings, not confirmed tasting notes. Manufacturer: Montenegro Selección Privada Flavor Journey The O.G.53 is a cigar to approach without rushing. Its extended length offers room to explore the blend over a longer smoking session, allowing you to pay attention to its character from the first light through the final third. Rather than assign tasting notes that have not been verified, we prefer to let the tobacco speak for itself. Take your time, discover the profile, and decide which flavors stand out to you. Why It Belongs in Privada Privada exists to discover cigars that offer something beyond the ordinary. The O.G.53 stands out through its uncommon dimensions, boutique identity, and Montenegro’s commitment to hands on craftsmanship. It is a cigar for collectors, curious smokers, and anyone who appreciates the experience of a long, uninterrupted smoke. Production Notes Montenegro describes its production philosophy as entirely handcrafted, from the agricultural process through tobacco preparation and rolling. The O.G.53 is listed in a 7.28 x 53 format and is also offered by an international retailer in boxes of 25. Specific tobacco origins, aging details, and production quantities for this vitola have not been publicly verified. Highlights Impressive 7.28 inch length and 53 ring gauge Handcrafted boutique cigar from Montenegro Selección Privada Traditional, hands on tobacco production philosophy An extended format suited to an unhurried smoking session A distinctive addition to any premium cigar collection
$72.00 $50.00
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Farm Rolled Past Releases
Farm Rolled Past Releases Size: Varies by release, typically Robusto, Toro, Corona, and other classic sizesVitola: Varies by releaseWrapper: Varies by selection, including Connecticut, Habano, Maduro, Cameroon, and other specialty wrappersBinder: Varies by release and manufacturerFillers: Premium long filler tobaccos from Nicaragua, Dominican Republic, Honduras, and other growing regionsFlavor Notes: Cedar, pepper, cocoa, espresso, cream, leather, nuts, earth, sweet tobacco, and spice depending on selectionPairing Notes: Coffee, bourbon, rum, porter, stout, dark chocolate, and aged spiritsManufacturer: Boutique factories and tobacco producers featured through Privada Farm Rolled Privada Storytelling Farm Rolled has always been about discovering great tobacco without the branding, packaging, or marketing that normally comes with a premium cigar. Each release gives smokers direct access to cigars coming from boutique factories, farms, and producers around the cigar world. Farm Rolled Past Releases gives those cigars another life. Instead of disappearing once the monthly release is over, select past Farm Rolled cigars will now become available here while inventory lasts. It gives you the chance to revisit a cigar you loved, stock up on an old favorite, or try a Farm Rolled release you may have missed the first time around. Choose the specific release you want from the available options and explore the history of Farm Rolled one cigar at a time. Flavor Journey Every Farm Rolled release tells a different story. One cigar may open with creamy cedar, nuts, and soft sweetness. Another may deliver pepper, earth, leather, espresso, cocoa, or deeper natural tobacco flavors. Because each option comes from a different past Farm Rolled release, the experience changes depending on the cigar you select. Some will be mild and creamy, others bold and complex, but every release gives you a chance to experience tobacco from a different factory, farm, or blending style. Why It Belongs in Privada Because Farm Rolled has always been about access, discovery, and the tobacco itself. These cigars were originally selected to give Privada members an opportunity to experience factory direct cigars without the influence of branding or marketing. Making past releases available allows that experience to continue beyond the original monthly drop. If you find a Farm Rolled cigar you love, this is your chance to come back for more. If you missed a release, this may be your opportunity to finally try it. Quantities are limited and once a specific release is gone, there is no guarantee it will return.
$5.00 - $100.00
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Privada Premium Cutter and Lighter Set Imperial Blue
Only 500 Made - Ships in 1 Week WARNING: SELLS OUT FASTBuilt for the Privada member who wants their cigar gear to feel as special as the cigars themselves. This premium set includes a matching Privada torch lighter and cigar cutter, both finished with bold artwork, gold accents, and a collector-style presentation box. The lighter has a serious weight in the hand, a clean flip-top design, and a triple-flame torch setup made for an even, reliable light. The cutter matches the same design language with a wide ring grip, sharp cutting action, and a premium feel that makes it more than just another accessory. This is the kind of set you keep on your desk, bring to the lounge, or gift to someone who actually appreciates cigar culture. A premium Privada cutter and lighter set, offered first to the people who make Privada possible.
$125.00 $75.00
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Flawless Costa Rica
FLAWLESS COSTA RICA Size: 7 x 38Vitola: Laguito No. 1 / PanatelaWrapper: A++ Ecuador HabanoBinder: UndisclosedFillers: Costa Rican and Cuban seed grown in Costa RicaFlavor Notes: Dark chocolate, banana, cherry, Nutella, black pepper, baking spice, cayenne, dried fruit, cedarPairing Notes: Chocolate fondue, chocolate stout, rye whiskey, Coca Cola, chocolate covered cherries, Nutella on warm bread, medium rare steakManufacturer: IGM Privada Storytelling Costa Rica has always been one of the cigar world's best kept secrets. Most cigar smokers know Nicaragua. Plenty know Honduras. Far fewer understand how much interesting tobacco has quietly passed through Costa Rica over the years. This cigar comes from a factory that owns farmland, imports tobacco, rolls cigars, and has always done things its own way. Some of the cigars coming from there have been incredible. Others have missed the mark. That willingness to experiment is part of what makes the factory interesting. Some of our favorite cigars have come from this operation, including the original Cuban Link and its follow up release. D'Crossier also spent time there before eventually moving production. About six years ago, we gave them one simple request. Make the best Cuban style Panatela possible. The goal was to respect the Laguito No. 1 tradition while showing what Costa Rica could produce when nobody was paying attention. They delivered. The cigars went into our coolers and stayed there. Over the years we smoked them periodically and watched them change. Some cigars simply become older. Some become better. These did both. Today they are exactly where they need to be. Thin, elegant, flavorful, and mature. A reminder of why smaller ring gauges survived for generations before the cigar market became obsessed with bigger cigars. Flavor Journey The first third opens patiently before dark chocolate covered banana and chocolate covered cherry begin showing themselves. Cinnamon follows with a touch of cayenne that keeps the profile lively. In the second third, Nutella moves to the center of the cigar. Black pepper, cream, and sweet woods develop around it while the retrohale brings a cabinet full of baking spices. The final third combines salt, dried fruit, cayenne, aged cedar, and rich chocolate. Everything comes together into a balanced finish that feels mature without losing the personality that made the cigar interesting in the first place. Why It Belongs in Privada Flawless Costa Rica represents a side of the cigar world that does not receive enough attention. It comes from a country capable of producing exceptional tobacco, a factory willing to experiment, and a traditional size that asks the tobacco to speak for itself. Then we gave it six years. There is no giant ring gauge hiding the blend. No need for unnecessary complexity. Just a long, thin Panatela built around flavor, maturity, and the belief that Costa Rica deserves a place in the conversation. Production Notes Flawless Costa Rica is produced by IMG in a 7 x 38 Laguito No. 1 / Panatela format. The blend uses an A++ Ecuador Habano wrapper. The binder remains undisclosed, while the filler combines Costa Rican tobacco with Cuban seed tobacco grown in Costa Rica. The finished cigars have received six years of aging. Its smaller ring gauge keeps the wrapper involved throughout the smoke while allowing the chocolate, spice, cedar, and fruit characteristics to remain clearly defined. Highlights Aged six yearsTraditional 7 x 38 PanatelaLaguito No. 1 inspired formatA++ Ecuador Habano wrapperCosta Rican and Cuban seed fillerProduced by IMGRich chocolate and spice profileRare look at premium Costa Rican tobacco
$21.00
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Flawless Honduras
FLAWLESS HONDURAS Size: 6 x 52Vitola: Box PressWrapper: Honduran CorojoBinder: Honduran CorojoFillers: Honduran Corojo Cuban seedFlavor Notes: Charred wood, black pepper, lime zest, cocoa, baked bread, smoked maple, citrus, coconut, cedarPairing Notes: Pad Thai, sushi, fresh sashimi, Taiwanese whisky, ginger liqueur, Thai tea, peach, pineappleManufacturer: Eiroa Cigars Privada Storytelling When we started putting together the Flawless Box, the assignment was simple. Make the best cigar you possibly can. Not the strongest cigar. Not the cigar that sells the fastest. Not the cigar designed around the biggest profit. The most flawless cigar. For Honduras, that call went to Christian Eiroa. A lot of cigar smokers know Christian through Camacho, but his connection to Honduran Corojo goes much deeper. He spent much of his life working with Corojo tobacco and helping establish Jamastrán as one of the most respected tobacco growing regions in the world. Long before Jamastrán became known for cigars, it was simply a valley. Corn, beans, coffee, cattle, and tobacco shared the same soil. Tobacco was not yet king. It was another crop grown by families trying to make a living in a beautiful part of Honduras near the Nicaraguan border. Then Cuban seed arrived. Generations of farmers began learning what that valley could do. Today Jamastrán is discussed with the kind of respect normally reserved for famous wine regions. Christian took tobacco his family has grown since the early 1990s and created a cigar entirely around Corojo. No tricks. No shortcuts. Just the valley speaking for itself. Flavor Journey The first third begins with charred wood, black pepper, lime zest, and cocoa. Aromatic smoke and fresh baked bread quickly follow, giving the cigar the feeling of Cuban seed expressing itself through Honduran soil. The second third keeps black pepper in front while smoked maple wood and bright citrus begin developing. A fresh lemon water character moves across the palate before coconut and tropical spice unexpectedly appear. The final third becomes sweet, tangy, savory, and full of umami at the same time. Citrus, cedar, sugar, and richness come together in a finish that strangely recalls some of the flavors found in Pad Thai. It is an unusual finish and one of the qualities that makes the cigar stand apart. Why It Belongs in Privada Flawless Honduras is not trying to create something artificial. It is built around one tobacco, one region, and generations of experience. Corojo wrapper. Corojo binder. Corojo filler. The idea is to let Jamastrán speak. That simplicity makes the cigar special. Rather than using tobacco from multiple countries to manufacture complexity, Christian Eiroa built a cigar around the character his family has spent decades learning how to grow. It does not feel manufactured. It feels inherited. Production Notes Produced by Eiroa Cigars in Honduras. Flawless Honduras is a 6 x 52 Box Press constructed entirely around Honduran Corojo tobacco. The wrapper is Honduran Corojo. The binder is Honduran Corojo. The filler is Honduran Corojo grown from Cuban seed. The cigars received three years of aging before release. The result is a focused expression of Honduran tobacco with pepper, wood, citrus, cocoa, and unexpected tropical characteristics developing throughout the smoke. Highlights Produced by Eiroa CigarsAged three years6 x 52 Box PressHonduran Corojo wrapperHonduran Corojo binderHonduran Corojo Cuban seed fillerTobacco connected to the Jamastrán growing regionBuilt entirely around Honduran CorojoRich savory and citrus driven profile
$21.00
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Flawless Nicaragua
FLAWLESS NICARAGUA Size: 6.5 x 52Vitola: Box PressWrapper: Connecticut ShadeBinder: NicaraguaFillers: NicaraguaFlavor Notes: Strawberry, cream, red pepper, cedar, honey, floral notes, hay, roasted peanutsPairing Notes: Jamaican rum, amber lager, fruit forward sour beer, cream soda, raspberry sorbet, white chocolate, strawberry jamManufacturer: Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Privada Storytelling About four years ago, we called AJ Fernandez with a simple assignment. Make the most beautiful, flawless Connecticut cigar possible. But we did not want a mild cigar. We did not want a breakfast cigar. We wanted a real Nicaraguan cigar wrapped in a flawless Connecticut leaf. We told AJ that one of the things we loved about Connecticut cigars was the way pepper could work against the softer wrapper, but we also wanted the fruit notes these cigars can sometimes carry. AJ delivered. Nicaragua has not always been only about tobacco. The country once produced tremendous amounts of fruit and other crops, and sometimes a cigar has a way of reminding you of that history. There are cigars where it almost feels like the soil is speaking. The same land capable of producing tobacco can carry traces of the character associated with everything else grown there. Thankfully, the pioneers of Nicaraguan tobacco settled in Estelí because the land there was special. The same volcanic soil that helped turn Nicaragua into a tobacco powerhouse once supported countless other crops. Every once in a while, a cigar reminds you of that. AJ sent us these cigars about three and a half years ago. We put them into the Privada coolers and let time do what time does. The result is a cigar that somehow delivers pepper, cream, and strawberries at the same time. This is the kind of cigar only a Privada member gets access to. You will not find this exact cigar on the market. Not even from AJ. Flavor Journey The first third immediately brings fresh cut strawberries, cream, and red pepper. It is bright, elegant, and still unmistakably Nicaraguan. During the second third, the strawberry becomes richer while cream and cedar begin building underneath. Pepper remains present but becomes more balanced as floral notes begin drifting through the smoke. The final third softens considerably. The pepper backs away and the cigar becomes far creamier. Sweet strawberry remains the star alongside cream, cedar, and soft honeyed tobacco. It is an unusual combination that manages to be delicate and distinctly Nicaraguan at the same time. Why It Belongs in Privada Flawless Nicaragua takes a familiar cigar category and pushes it somewhere much more interesting. Connecticut Shade is often associated with mildness. This cigar was deliberately built against that expectation. Underneath the flawless Connecticut wrapper sits a completely Nicaraguan core. Pepper and cedar give it structure while cream, honey, floral notes, and an unmistakable strawberry character keep the blend bright and unusual. Then it spent three and a half years resting in Privada coolers. It is not simply a Connecticut cigar. It is AJ Fernandez showing what Connecticut can become when the tobacco underneath is allowed to have a personality of its own. Production Notes Produced by Tabacalera AJ Fernandez. Flawless Nicaragua is a 6.5 x 52 Box Press using a Connecticut Shade wrapper over a Nicaraguan binder and Nicaraguan fillers. The cigars spent three and a half years aging in Privada coolers before release. That additional rest allowed the pepper, cream, fruit, cedar, and honey characteristics of the blend to settle together while maintaining the brighter personality AJ originally built into the cigar. Highlights Produced by Tabacalera AJ Fernandez6.5 x 52 Box PressConnecticut Shade wrapperNicaraguan binder and fillersAged three and a half years in Privada coolersFresh strawberry and cream profileNicaraguan pepper and cedar underneathExclusive Privada aged releaseNot available as the same blend on the regular market
$21.00
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Al Saqr No. 9
Al Saqr No. 9 Size: 6.5 x 44Vitola: ChurchillWrapper: Mexican San Andrés MaduroBinder: Jalapa, NicaraguaFillers: Estelí, NicaraguaAging: 9 MonthsFactory: Toraño, Jalapa, Nicaragua Flavor Notes: Dark cocoa, raisin, leather, black coffee, cedar, dried apricot, toasted walnut, savory earth, white pepper, molasses, dark chocolatePairing Notes: Dark espresso, aged rum, oak-forward bourbon, dark berry wine, dark chocolate, dried figs Privada Storytelling In a market obsessed with giant logos, loud bands, and fear of missing out, Al Saqr arrived quietly. According to the story, these cigars were originally rolled for a private majlis in Dubai. They were not designed for retail shelves or public reviews. One cigar simply made its way out, then another, until a small group eventually reached the United States. Al Saqr means falcon. The name fits. The cigar feels sharp, focused, and completely uninterested in being agreeable. Its Mexican San Andrés wrapper brings darkness and weight, while Jalapa binder and Estelí filler create the structure underneath. This cigar does not ask what kind of profile you prefer. It has already made up its mind. Flavor Journey The pre-light carries dark raisin, earthy cocoa, damp soil, dark chocolate, and deep sweetness. The first third opens with dark cocoa, raisin, leathery San Andrés richness, cedar, and black coffee. The second third introduces dried apricot, toasted walnut, savory earth, spice, and white pepper. The final third becomes heavier with molasses, leather, black pepper, dark chocolate, and cedar, finishing long and assertive. Why It Belongs in Privada Because some cigars are memorable precisely because they refuse to soften themselves for the market. Al Saqr No. 9 is direct, dark, and unapologetic. Its unusual backstory, slender Churchill format, and rich San Andrés profile make it the kind of cigar that creates conversation long after the smoke clears. Production Notes Rolled in Jalapa, Nicaragua using a Mexican San Andrés Maduro wrapper, Jalapa binder, and Estelí filler. Aged for nine months before release. Highlights 6.5 x 44 Churchill formatMexican San Andrés Maduro wrapperJalapa and Estelí Nicaraguan coreDark cocoa, fruit, leather, and espresso profileAged nine months
$13.00
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Swiss Roll
Size: 6 x 52Vitola: ToroWrapper: AA+ Grade Mexican San AndrésBinder: Costa RicanFillers: Estelí, Condega, and Jalapa NicaraguaStrength: Medium to FullFactory: AJ FernandezOrigin: Nicaragua Flavor Notes: Cocoa, baking spice, hazelnut, cream, dark chocolate, earth, leather, black pepper, espressoPairing Notes: Espresso, bourbon, dark rum, porter, hazelnut coffee Privada Storytelling Swiss Roll was built around a simple question. What if Blue Cheese grew up? The cigar follows the same philosophy that made Blue Cheese such a cult favorite among Privada members, but pushes the concept further. Richer. Darker. More decadent. To make it happen, Privada partnered with AJ Fernandez and built the blend around an exceptional AA+ Grade Mexican San Andrés wrapper, one of the highest classifications available from this renowned tobacco. Beneath it sits a rare Costa Rican binder and a foundation of Nicaraguan fillers from Estelí, Condega, and Jalapa. The result is a cigar that feels indulgent without becoming heavy. Every component was selected to create layers of sweetness, spice, and texture while maintaining balance from start to finish. Even the presentation reflected the concept. Swiss Roll was packaged with artwork inspired by the Swiss franc, turning the cigar into both a collectible release and a memorable smoking experience. Flavor Journey The opening delivers rich cocoa and dark chocolate supported by baking spices and earthy San Andrés character. Early draws reveal a creamy texture that immediately separates the cigar from traditional full bodied Nicaraguan blends. As the cigar develops, hazelnut and espresso begin to emerge while the Costa Rican binder adds refinement and balance. The smoke becomes richer without becoming aggressive. The final third layers leather, black pepper, dark chocolate, and cream into a long, satisfying finish that lingers on the palate. Why It Belongs in Privada Because Swiss Roll represents what happens when rare tobacco meets a clear vision. Rather than chasing strength, the blend focuses on richness, texture, and complexity. The AA+ San Andrés wrapper, uncommon Costa Rican binder, and AJ Fernandez's blending expertise combine to create one of the most memorable releases in the Privada portfolio. Production Notes Crafted by AJ Fernandez for Privada Cigar Club and the Limited Cigar Association. Features an AA+ Grade Mexican San Andrés wrapper, Costa Rican binder, and Nicaraguan fillers from Estelí, Condega, and Jalapa. Produced in a 6 x 52 Toro format. Highlights AA+ Grade Mexican San Andrés wrapperRare Costa Rican binderAJ Fernandez collaborationNicaraguan fillers from Estelí, Condega, and JalapaInspired by the success of Blue CheeseLimited production release
$12.00 - $240.00
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Privada Cookies Series
Size: 5x54Vitola: RobustoWrapper (Maduro): Mexican San AndrésWrapper (Connecticut): U.S. Connecticut ShadeWrapper (Habano): Ecuador Habano RosadoBinder (Maduro): BrazilianBinder (Connecticut): MexicanBinder (Habano): CameroonFillers: Nicaraguan (with Brazilian in the Connecticut core)Flavor Notes: Maduro Cookie: Chocolate, espresso, molasses cookie, cocoa powder, brown sugar finish Connecticut Cookie: Creamy cedar, vanilla wafer, sweet hay, honey, shortbread Habano Cookie: Cinnamon sugar, red pepper, toasted bread, caramel, roasted almondPairing Notes: Perfect with coffee in the morning, bourbon at night, or a sweet cream stout when you want the cookie theme to shine.Manufacturer: AJ Fernandez, Estelí, Nicaragua Privada Storytelling This is Privada at its best: bold collaborations, unforgettable blends, and cigars you actually want to smoke every day. The Privada Cookies Series was born in Estelí with the legendary AJ Fernandez, designed to bring you three unique profiles at a price that feels almost unreal. When we quietly tested these with shops, they vanished instantly. Why? Because they deliver what smokers crave: flavor, variety, and everyday reliability without ever tasting ordinary. Now, they’re yours—direct, immediate, and crafted for your daily rotation. Each cookie tells its own story: the decadent sweetness of the Maduro, the golden creaminess of the Connecticut, and the spicy-sweet kick of the Habano. Together, they form a box of indulgence you can return to again and again. Flavor Journey Maduro Cookie: A rich, dessert-like smoke. Chocolate and espresso lead, rounded by molasses cookie sweetness and cocoa powder, with a lingering brown sugar finish. Connecticut Cookie: Soft and smooth, delivering creamy cedar and vanilla wafer sweetness, accented by honey and shortbread notes for a refined, golden profile. Habano Cookie: Bold and lively, opening with cinnamon sugar and red pepper before easing into toasted bread, caramel, and roasted almond richness. Why It Belongs in Privada While others raise prices, Privada brings you AJ Fernandez full-production blends for nearly half the cost of anything comparable. This series embodies what made Privada famous: boutique quality at everyday value, cigars that don’t just sit in your humidor—they fly. The Cookies Series is more than just clever branding. It’s a reminder that every day deserves a treat, and no one delivers that better than Privada. Production Notes Rolled at AJ Fernandez’s Tabacalera Annex in Estelí Three unique blends: San Andrés Maduro, Connecticut Shade, and Ecuador Habano Rosado Premium binders including Brazilian, Mexican, and Cameroon Immediate-ship release for Privada members Built for everyday smoking but made with premium tobaccos Highlights Collaboration with AJ Fernandez, Estelí, Nicaragua Three cookie-inspired blends, each with unique flavor experiences 5x54 robusto vitolas for consistency and comfort Everyday rotation cigars priced with Privada value in mind Instant sell-out during quiet test launch — now released to members
$25.00
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Tatuaje Cigars Tatuaje Avion 13 Corojo
Size: 6 7/8x52Vitola: Perfecto (Avion)Wrapper: Ecuadorian CorojoBinder: NicaraguanFillers: Nicaraguan long-fillersFlavor Notes: Red pepper, cedar, roasted nuts, and earth lead the way. Mid-smoke develops leather, cocoa, and subtle dried fruit sweetness. The finish is long, with pepper and cream swirling together in harmony.Pairing Notes: Pair with a rye whiskey, a spiced rum, or a bold Syrah. For a contemplative evening, enjoy it with espresso or a craft stout.Manufacturer: My Father Cigars, Estelí, Nicaragua (for Tatuaje) Privada Storytelling Pete Johnson’s Avion series was always meant to soar above the rest—limited, striking, and unforgettable. The Avion 13 Corojo captures that ethos in a vitola that has become iconic: the perfecto-shaped Avion, sleek and commanding. Rolled at the My Father factory in Estelí, this release blends Johnson’s boutique vision with the Garcia family’s exacting standards. Corojo leaf wraps this Avion in tradition and fire, a nod to Cuba’s glory days and Nicaragua’s bold present. Smoking it feels ceremonial, like boarding a first-class flight into flavor. Each puff reminds you that the Avion series isn’t just another line in Tatuaje’s catalog—it’s a living legend, released sparingly and remembered fondly by those lucky enough to find it. Flavor Journey The opening notes ignite with classic Corojo spice—red pepper, cedar, and roasted nuts. As the burn settles into its rhythm, leather and cocoa take the stage, supported by a backbone of earth. Midway, a gentle sweetness of dried fruit emerges, balancing the robust character. In the final third, pepper swells back up, but cream softens the landing, leaving the palate satisfied yet craving another flight. Why It Belongs in Privada The Avion 13 Corojo represents the kind of cigar Privada collectors cherish: rare, memorable, and rooted in a story of collaboration between two of the industry’s finest minds. Pete Johnson’s vision and the Garcia family’s craftsmanship converge in this release, delivering a cigar that is as collectible as it is smokable. It belongs here because it is more than just a cigar—it’s a moment in boutique history. Production Notes Rolled at My Father Cigars in Estelí, Nicaragua Limited Avion 2013 Corojo release Ecuadorian Corojo wrapper selected for its spice and complexity Perfecto shape (Avion) requires master-level rolling precision Produced in small quantities as part of Tatuaje’s limited programs Highlights Limited-edition 2013 Avion Corojo release Perfecto vitola: challenging to roll, rewarding to smoke Ecuadorian Corojo wrapper with bold pepper and cedar Collaboration between Pete Johnson and the Garcia family Highly collectible piece of Tatuaje history
$13.00
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Happymeal
The Happy Meal Size: 6 × 51Vitola: ToroWrapper: Dominican MaduroBinder: Dominican (Criollo, San Vicente)Fillers: Dominican & Estelí NicaraguaFlavor Notes: Roasted peanut, cocoa powder, salted caramel, hazelnut, nougat, vanilla, nutmeg, toffee, clove, dark chocolatePairing Notes: Cream soda, spiced rum, peanut butter stoutManufacturer: Tabacalera La Perla, Nicaragua (Aged 3 Years) Privada Storytelling The Happy Meal is childhood reimagined — playful sweetness, guilty indulgence, and nostalgia packed into a 6 × 51 Toro. Made at Tabacalera La Perla and aged three years, it’s a grown-up treat that balances fun with refinement. This is not a toy; it’s the smoke you didn’t know you were waiting for, rich with roasted peanut and caramelized sweetness, far better than anything that ever came in a paper bag. Flavor Journey First Third: Dense creamy smoke, roasted peanut, brown sugar, caramel, nougat, nutmeg, and toffee. Second Third: Hazelnut, charred oak, and vanilla bean. Thick nougat sweetness with earthy cocoa dust. Final Third: Clove, cracked pepper, peanut brittle, smoked cedar, and toasted walnut with a chocolate finish. Why It Belongs in Privada The Happy Meal belongs in Privada because it’s equal parts nostalgia and luxury — a collector’s piece that ties childhood comfort to adult indulgence. Production Notes Aged 3 years. Maduro wrapper with Dominican and Nicaraguan core. Rolled at Tabacalera La Perla, Nicaragua. Highlights Nostalgic branding meets decadent Maduro flavor. Rich Toro vitola with roasted nut and caramel tones. Collector’s edition Privada Happy Meal release.
$14.00
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Sundae
The Sundae Size: 5.5 × 54Vitola: RobustoWrapper: HabanoBinder: Nicaraguan (Estelí)Fillers: Jalapa, Condega, Estelí (Nicaragua)Flavor Notes: Apricot, cedar, baking spice, dried fruit, nutmeg, almond, cardamom, honeyed toastPairing Notes: Tawny port, oolong tea, or orange cream sodaManufacturer: Privada HQ “Ice Cream Factory,” Nicaragua (Aged 4 Years) Privada Storytelling This is the dessert. The Sundae closes out Privada’s Happy Meal box with legacy, elegance, and just a little indulgence. More than a cigar, it’s history in motion — born from rare Cuban seeds entrusted to Privada over a decade ago by Héctor Luis Prieto Díaz. Grown in Nicaragua under his watchful eye and rolled at Privada HQ, The Sundae embodies what happens when heritage collides with imagination. Apricot, cedar, and warm baking spice transform into a luxury smoke that’s indulgent yet rooted in legacy. Flavor Journey First Third: Creamy texture with apricot up front. Cinnamon, nutmeg, and cedar follow, finishing with citrus zest. Second Third: Honeyed toast, almond, fig jam, and orange peel, with a retrohale of white pepper and herbs. Final Third: Cinnamon stick and cardamom join steady cedar, subtle dried fruit sweetness, and floral spice. Why It Belongs in Privada The Sundae is proof of Privada’s ability to turn storytelling and rare tobaccos into unforgettable smokes. It belongs because it transforms a simple indulgence into a collector’s experience. Production Notes Aged 4 years. Cuban seed tobaccos grown in Nicaragua. Rolled at Privada HQ “Ice Cream Factory.” Highlights Dessert-inspired blend with apricot and baking spice. Cuban seed heritage grown in Nicaraguan soil. Part of the exclusive Privada Happy Meal series.
$14.00
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Castle Grayskull
Castle Grayskull Size: 6 × 60Vitola: Gran ToroWrapper: Ecuadorian Habano (Estelí)Binder: NicaraguanFillers: Costa Rica & NicaraguaFlavor Notes: Graham cracker, Nutella, caramel, dried fig, golden hay, roasted almond, cocoa, white pepper, vanillaPairing Notes: Root beer float, wheated bourbon, hazelnut coffeeManufacturer: Tabacalera Annex (Aged 4 Years) Privada Storytelling By the power of Privada… you now possess the cigar of Grayskull. Inspired by Saturday morning cartoons and AJ’s original blend over eight years ago, Castle Grayskull has been reborn with a Costa Rican twist. It’s nostalgia reimagined as a 6 × 60 beast — bold, sweet, and spiced with playful power. This is a cigar that punches back, balancing Nutella sweetness with graham cracker and golden hay, wrapped in pure memory and might. Flavor Journey First Third: Clouds of creamy smoke with graham cracker, caramel, and white pepper. Nutella and cereal grain on the cold draw. Second Third: Nutella note deepens with cedar and mild clove. Costa Rican filler shines with warm baking spice and roasted almond. Final Third: Spice sharpens with cinnamon bark and pepper, finishing with lingering cocoa and vanilla sweetness. Why It Belongs in Privada Castle Grayskull belongs because it embodies Privada’s mission: cigars that aren’t just smoked, but lived. It’s nostalgia with teeth, and it proves that even childhood icons can become legendary smokes. Production Notes Reimagined blend originally crafted by AJ. 6 × 60 format amplifies creamy smoke and sweetness. Unique Costa Rican filler adds mystery and depth. Highlights Massive, flavorful Gran Toro. Nostalgic branding with bold, sweet profile. Blended with Costa Rican and Nicaraguan tobaccos.
$14.00
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Uncle Paulie’s Deli Cigar
Uncle Paulie’s Deli Cigar Size: 6 x 52Vitola: ToroWrapper: Connecticut Shade (Ecuador)Binder: Costa RicaFillers: Dominican Republic & Nicaragua (Dominican-forward)Flavor Notes: Fresh croissant, vanilla, orchid, chamomile, toasted brioche, oregano, hay, clover honey, pear, applewood smoke, baked fig, rose petal, mesquite, cranberry, tannin.Pairing Notes: Light amber ale, añejo tequila neat, lemon verbena iced tea, Colombian light roast coffee, Italian sandwich, dill pickles.Manufacturer: Tabacalera Annex, Nicaragua – Aged 2 Years Privada Storytelling Uncle Paulie’s Deli is a Los Angeles legend, serving sandwiches stacked with East Coast attitude and West Coast flair. This cigar was born in the same spirit, celebrating both golden tee times and golden Italian-American delis. Rolled at the Annex with Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper and Dominican-forward fillers, it’s a nod to family, flavor, and friendship. Like the deli itself, it’s approachable yet full of character—LA culture wrapped in smoke. Flavor Journey First Third: Buttery corn muffin sweetness and pastrami memories, kissed with cinnamon.Second Third: Pear, applewood smoke, and fig galette richness, lifted by rose petal and cedar.Final Third: Mesquite depth with cranberry, roasted walnut, and faint black-tea tannin. Why It Belongs in Privada Because Privada celebrates culture, food, and heritage. Uncle Paulie’s Deli Cigar is proof that cigars can embody the same joy as a legendary sandwich—layered, soulful, and unforgettable. It’s an edible experience in smoke form. Production Notes Rolled at Tabacalera Annex Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper aged 5 years Dominican-forward filler blend Collaboration with Uncle Paulie’s Deli LA Highlights LA deli tribute cigar Smooth Connecticut toro Balanced Dominican-forward profile Cultural food-inspired Privada release
$12.00
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Elvira – Cigar Face Series
Elvira – Cigar Face Series Size: 7 x 38Vitola: Laguito No. 1 (Lancero)Wrapper: Ecuadorian HabanoBinder: Nicaragua (Estelí)Fillers: Costa Rica & Nicaragua (Estelí)Flavor Notes: Espresso, dried apricot, raisin, cedar, cocoa, black oak, leather, pepper spice, coffee cream, cinnamon, clove, smoky mesquite, burnt sugar, toasted almond.Pairing Notes: Aged Cognac, Tawny Port, single-origin espresso, Darjeeling tea, dark chocolate truffle, Marcona almonds.Manufacturer: Montenegro Cigars, Estelí – Aged 10 Years (tobaccos) + 6 Years Resting Privada Storytelling “The eyes, Chico—they never lie.” Elvira is a Scarface homage, inspired by Michelle Pfeiffer’s role as Elvira Hancock, Tony Montana’s dangerous muse. Crafted at the famed Ice Cream Factory in Estelí, this lancero spent over a decade in aging and six years in rest, delivering elegance wrapped in danger. Like Tony’s devotion, it is both alluring and lethal, an opulent cigar that smokes with romance and fire. In your hand, it whispers Tony’s vow: “The world is yours.” Flavor Journey First Third: Cocoa, cedar, espresso, and raisin, underscored by pepper spice.Second Third: Evolves into creamy coffee laced with cinnamon-clove warmth and aged cedar.Final Third: Burnt sugar, smoky mesquite, toasted almond, and white pepper linger into a lasting finish. Why It Belongs in Privada Because Privada honors icons. Elvira bridges pop culture and premium tobacco with artistry few dare attempt. It is a cinematic smoke with a collector’s aura, a limited creation that embodies legacy, excess, and allure. Production Notes Rolled at Montenegro’s Ice Cream Factory 10-year aged tobaccos, 6-year rest Crafted as homage to Scarface’s Elvira Hancock Rare Lancero size Highlights Scarface-inspired limited release Over 16 years of total tobacco aging Elegant, slender vitola A smoke layered with cinema and legend
$12.00
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Skeletor
Skeletor Size: 6 x 47Vitola: Toro (nearly Churchill)Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Maduro (leaf borrowed from AJ Fernandez)Binder: Nicaragua (Jalapa)Fillers: Nicaragua (Jalapa)Flavor Notes: Dark baker’s chocolate, espresso crema, toasted coconut sweetness, cedar plank, cured leather, molasses, cocoa nibs, blackberry, licorice root, coffee grounds, charred oak, smoky leather, clove spice, flinty minerality.Pairing Notes: Añejo rum, peaty Scotch, French-press coffee, smoked black tea, dark chocolate bark with sea salt, smoked almonds.Manufacturer: Tampeno Cigars, Jalapa (finished in Tampa) – Aged 2 Years Privada Storytelling A dark legend forged in two homes. Skeletor unites Jalapa’s old-world mastery with Tampa’s finishing polish, crafted to exacting Privada specs. Rolled in Tampeno Cigars’ intimate “icehouse” workshop in Jalapa, then rested and finished in Tampa, Skeletor is wrapped in a prized San Andrés Maduro leaf borrowed from AJ Fernandez himself. Its toothy, crystallized wrapper cloaks a Jalapa-grown heart that delivers both raw power and refined elegance. This is Jalapa’s soul with Tampa’s polish, a collaboration born from craft and vision. Flavor Journey First Third: Bold entry of espresso crema, dark chocolate, and toasted coconut. Cedar and aged tobacco round out the introduction, with white pepper on the retrohale.Second Third: Deepens into black tea, licorice root, and pecan, woven with iron-rich earth and molasses. Retrohale builds with cocoa-bitterness and subtle fruit tones.Final Third: Bold finish of charred oak, smoky leather, and blackberry. Ash holds gray and solid, burning with surgical precision to the nub. Why It Belongs in Privada Skeletor is both collaboration and defiance—borrowing from legends while creating something new. It represents Jalapa’s terroir, Tampa’s artistry, and Privada’s relentless pursuit of uniqueness. It belongs because it dares to smoke the dark side. Production Notes Collaboration: Jalapa + Tampa Aged 2 years Rare AJ Fernandez San Andrés Maduro wrapper Nearly Churchill toro vitola Highlights Cross-continental production story Mexican San Andrés leaf with Jalapa core Balanced dark and savory smoke Exclusively finished for Privada
$12.00
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Duquesne
Duquesne Size: 5 x 52Vitola: RobustoWrapper: Sumatra (Ecuador)Binder: ColombiaFillers: Peru, NicaraguaFlavor Notes: Fresh hay, cream, almond skin, dried fig, floral cedar, cashew, candied lemon, light cedar, citrus blossom, nutmeg, vanilla bean, lemon zest, cinnamon, soft toast, marshmallow, cayenne, herbal tea, shortbread, floral spice.Pairing Notes: Ideal with smoky mezcal, citrus-peeled bourbon, or dark roast coffee. Matches well with steel-town blues or minimalist jazz.Manufacturer: Jelado Factory / Montenegro (Aged 6 Years) Privada Storytelling Riding the Duquesne Incline isn’t just a trip up the mountain—it’s a journey back in time. The steel rails, the working hands, the city skyline rising with every click of the track. This cigar pays homage to that spirit, the old Pittsburgh magic that lived in every smoky steel mill and rail line. Rolled at the Jelado section of the Montenegro factory, aged six years, and built with rare Colombian and Peruvian tobaccos, The Duquesne is as much utility as it is poetry. Creamy, spicy, and layered with promise, it’s like the view from Mt. Washington: timeless, gritty, unforgettable. Flavor Journey First Third: Smooth and silky smoke with floral creaminess. Light cedar, citrus blossom, and warm nutmeg shine. Retrohale of white pepper, almond cream, and sweet hay.Second Third: Vanilla bean, lemon zest, and cinnamon surface. Soft toast and marshmallow on the finish. Smoke remains elegant, light, and balanced.Final Third: Pepper grows with mild cayenne over cedar. Hints of herbal tea and shortbread. Retrohale develops into floral spice and lingering cream. Why It Belongs in Privada The Duquesne is heritage in cigar form. With its six-year age and rare tobaccos, it stands out as a blend that feels both familiar and unique—like a ride on the incline itself. Privada exists to immortalize cigars like this: cultural, iconic, and unforgettable. It belongs because it honors history while delivering flavor complexity you can’t find anywhere else. Production Notes Rolled at Montenegro’s Jelado Factory Aged 6 years, with rare Colombian and Peruvian fillers Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper with Colombian binder Tribute to the iconic Duquesne Incline and Pittsburgh spirit Highlights Six-year aged boutique Robusto Unique international blend with Colombian and Peruvian fillers Flavorful, complex, and creamy smoke A Privada cultural icon tribute cigar
$12.00
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The Primanti
The Primanti Size: 5.5 x 52Vitola: ToroWrapper: Connecticut EcuadorBinder: JalapaFillers: EstelíFlavor Notes: Charred oak, saddle leather, roasted peanuts, black peppercorn, toasted bread, paprika, cocoa dust, cedar bark, dried herbs, chili flake, cocoa, walnut, chestnut, smoked salt, minerality. Finishes with tingling spice and faint burnt sugar.Pairing Notes: Best with aged rum, mango seltzer, or lightly oaked Chardonnay. Also fits perfectly with a Primanti sandwich for full Pittsburgh homage.Manufacturer: Factory Annex (Aged 5 Years) Privada Storytelling Pittsburgh isn’t just a place, it’s a flavor—gritty, soulful, unapologetic. Nothing captures that essence like a Primanti Bros. sandwich, stacked high with fries, slaw, and bold character. The Primanti cigar was built in the same spirit: unapologetically layered, proudly working-class, and full of depth. Rolled in the Annex and aged five years, it’s a tribute to the steel town’s resilience, its food, and its people. Just like the sandwich, it’s hearty, bold, and unforgettable. Flavor Journey First Third: Bold, earthy body smoke with rustic Nicaraguan character. Notes of cedar bark, cured leather, and dried herbs. A retrohale of dry chili flake, cocoa, and faint peanut.Second Third: Burnt citrus peel and toasted walnut emerge, alongside jerky spice and charred cedar. The texture thickens with leathery weight and roasted chestnut.Final Third: Salted lime and smoked salt push forward, grounded by cocoa and minerality. Retrohale delivers tingling spice and faint burnt sugar. Why It Belongs in Privada The Primanti is a cigar that embodies a city. It’s rugged yet nuanced, nostalgic yet forward-looking. For Privada, it belongs because it represents everything we love—heritage, identity, and the ability of cigars to connect culture and craft. With its ties to a legendary sandwich, it transforms into more than a cigar—it’s Pittsburgh in smoke form. Production Notes Rolled in the Annex, aged 5 years Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper, Jalapa binder, Estelí filler Cultural tribute to Pittsburgh’s legendary Primanti Bros. Bold, layered, working-class personality Highlights Privada cultural tribute cigar Balanced Toro size with 5 years of age Earthy, hearty, layered smoke Inspired by the iconic Primanti Bros. sandwich
$12.00
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Byron Cigars Byron Epique Poemas Humidor w/ 30 Cigars
Size: 7×54Vitola: Double CoronaWrapper: EcuadorianBinder: UndisclosedFillers: Nicaragua, PeruFlavor Notes: Creamy vanilla, floral sweetness, warm cedar, toasted sugar, soft earth, baking spicePairing Notes: Cognac, champagne, sweet cream coffee, aged rumManufacturer: Tabacos de Costa Rica Privada Storytelling When Nelson Alfonso creates something, it is never just a cigar. It is an experience, a world, a statement. The Byron Epique Poemas Humidor is the fullest expression of that philosophy — thirty perfectly aged Double Coronas housed inside a handcrafted humidor built like a treasure chest. This blend sits under the Byron 19th Century line, a portfolio known for refinement, grace, and the kind of aromatic presence that only years of patient aging can produce. These Poemas were rested in meticulously controlled cedar environments, allowing every note to mellow and every nuance to mature into harmony. What you open here is not fresh tobacco. It is time, transformed. The humidor is a work of art on its own. Heavy, elegant, and built with care, it was designed to protect and showcase cigars of this caliber. Opening it feels like stepping into a private gallery of aroma, wood, and tradition — the quiet luxury that defines Byron. This is one of the most elevated releases in the ultra premium space, the kind of piece that collectors talk about quietly and pass down. The Byron Epique Poemas Humidor is more than a box. It is prestige made tangible. Flavor Journey The first draws are creamy, layered with vanilla and floral sweetness. As the cigar warms, cedar and toasted sugar emerge, creating a soft, aromatic cloud of balanced complexity. Midway, the Peruvian influence whispers a delicate earthiness, rounded by warm baking spice. The final stretch is smooth and velvety, lingering with elegance and depth that only years of slow aging can achieve. Why It Belongs in Privada Privada is built on the pursuit of rarity, history, and artistry. The Byron Epique Poemas Humidor embodies all three. It is a centerpiece release, crafted for the aficionado who understands that some cigars are not just smoked — they are curated. This humidor represents the peak of Nelson Alfonso’s vision, combining aging, presentation, and impeccable craftsmanship into a single unforgettable statement piece. For collectors, this is not an accessory. It is an achievement. Production Notes Handcrafted at Tabacos de Costa Rica Thirty cigars in a luxury humidor chest Aged in controlled cedar chambers for extended refinement Ecuadorian wrapper with Nicaraguan and Peruvian fillers Medium strength with exceptional balance and aromatic depth Highlights Double Corona elegance with ultra premium aging Thirty count collector humidor Part of the Byron 19th Century line Meticulously crafted, profoundly refined, visually stunning
$48.66 - $1,460.00
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Privada Fall 2025 5-Pack
Privada Fall 2025 5-PackFor Fall 2025, Privada went into the vaults, the factories, and the culture to handpick five cigars that reflect the brand and the man. This isn’t just a sampler—it’s a lifestyle in smoke. La Jugada Prieto by Espinosa (2017 Release, La Zona Factory, Estelí, Nicaragua)Semi-Pressed Toro 6x60. Sealed in its box for eight years, untouched until now. Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, Nicaraguan double binder and fillers. Bold, masculine, unapologetic—this is Erik Espinosa at his best Casa 1910 Soldadera EditionA cigar born of revolution. Mexican and Dominican tobaccos selected to embody defiance, resilience, and the unrelenting push for freedom. Every puff recalls the grit of rebellion and the fire of a movement that refused to be crushed. Privada Coffee & Chocolate Pairing Series (AJ Fernandez Blend)Designed for mornings, but perfect anytime. Aged one year. Milk Chocolate Habano wrapper. Soft, creamy, with notes of sweet cream, hazelnut, and gentle spice—meant to pair with Privada’s Habano roast coffee and milk chocolate. Stallone Exclusivo Privada (Tony Barrios)A true Privada legend. Box-pressed beauty with a San Andrés wrapper (3 years aged), Venezuelan Burley binder (5 years iiern rum casks), Nicaraguan fillers, plus Ometepe leaf finished in oak. Over five years of Privada-controlled aging transformed this bold experiment into a creamy, layered masterpiece. History in cellophane. Lanuza Mechudo (1 Year Aged)Draped in a rich Habano Estelí wrapper, this robusto speaks with tradition, balance, and strength. Raul Lanuza, a third-generation craftsman from Estelí, delivers a cigar that carries the soul of Nicaragua and the promise of its future.
$65.00
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Aganorsa Cigars Aganorsa Golden Locket
Aganorsa Golden Locket Size: 6×52 ToroVitola: ToroWrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo 99Binder: Nicaraguan CriolloFillers: Condega, Jalapa, Estelí (100% Aganorsa-grown)Flavor Notes: Golden honey, cedar, roasted nuts, baking spice, cream, subtle pepperPairing Notes: Nicaraguan rum, medium roast coffee, honey-drizzled almonds, or a buttery ChardonnayManufacturer: Aganorsa Leaf, Nicaragua Privada Storytelling The Aganorsa Golden Locket is more than a cigar — it’s a keepsake of flavor, history, and discovery. Born entirely from Aganorsa’s legendary farms, this toro embodies the company’s philosophy: honor tradition while daring to innovate. The star of the blend is a special experimental leaf Aganorsa dubbed “golden” for its rich, luminous taste. Tucked within the blend like a secret treasure, it transforms the smoking experience into something radiant and unforgettable. Picture a hidden heirloom passed down through generations — not of gold or jewels, but of leaf. That’s the Golden Locket: a cigar that carries the pride of Nicaraguan soil and the ingenuity of one of the world’s most respected growing operations. Flavor Journey First Third: Opens with golden honey sweetness, balanced by cedar and roasted almond. A gentle creaminess smooths the draw while pepper lingers lightly on the finish. Second Third: Baking spice and a subtle floral note emerge, weaving with the core flavors of cedar and nut. The smoke becomes rounder, silkier, and more refined. Final Third: Rich cream and spice intensify, finishing with a long, balanced close of honey, wood, and a faint mineral edge that reflects Nicaragua’s volcanic soil. Why It Belongs in Privada Privada’s mission is to uncover the rare, the aged, and the truly innovative. The Golden Locket achieves all three: it is 100% Aganorsa terroir, aged two years, and anchored by a new varietal leaf unlike anything before. It represents the ongoing evolution of blending, showing how heritage and experimentation can coexist in harmony. This is exactly the kind of story and smoke Privada was built to deliver.
$12.00
