Description
Blackbird Rook Sumatra
Size: Robusto (5″ × 50), Toro/Gran Toro (6″ × 54), Corona (6″ × 44)
Vitola: Parejo with triple cap and open foot
Wrapper: Ecuadorian/ Dominican-grown Sumatra (Colorado Claro)
Binder: Dominican Habano
Fillers: Dominican Republic and Nicaraguan long-fillers
Flavor Notes: Cream, cedar, vanilla, earth, leather, nutmeg, white pepper, subtle citrus zest
Pairing Notes: Mild to medium-roast coffee, honey-ale, vanilla pastry, aged rum, cinnamon-stick tea
Manufacturer: 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.