Description
Comfortably Numb by Espinosa – Volume 1, 2, 3 & 4
Size: 6×52 Toro
Vitola: Toro
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano (varies slightly by volume)
Binder: Nicaraguan
Fillers: Nicaraguan Jalapa and Estelí
Flavor Notes: (Vol. 1) Sweet cedar, cocoa, pepper spice • (Vol. 2) Earth, cinnamon sugar, molasses • (Vol. 3) Dark chocolate, espresso, spice cream • (Vol. 4) Honeyed wood, caramel, and baking spice
Pairing Notes: Classic rock vinyl, rye whiskey, café mocha, or aged rum over ice
Manufacturer: Espinosa Premium Cigars – La Zona Factory, Estelí, Nicaragua
Privada Storytelling
The Comfortably Numb series from Erik Espinosa is more than a cigar—it’s a soundtrack. Each “volume” plays like a record, a different movement in an evolving concept that blends mood, nostalgia, and pure tobacco artistry. Born from the creative heartbeat of the La Zona factory, this series doesn’t chase trends; it floats above them, letting the rhythm of each blend speak for itself.
Volume 1 set the tone: warm, approachable, a mellow groove of sweetness and spice. Then came Volume 2—deeper, darker, more soulful, like a second verse that asks you to listen closer. By Volume 3, the band hit full stride—thicker smoke, richer harmonics, more emotion. And Volume 4? A grand finale of warmth and wisdom, where caramel tones hum beneath a haze of soft spice and earth.
Every cigar in this series feels like the closing song of a perfect album. One where the lights dim, the record crackles, and time slows down. Comfortably Numb is for the aficionado who smokes not just for flavor, but for feeling.
Flavor Journey
Volume 1: Opens with notes of cedar and cocoa, introducing a sweet pepper rhythm that builds in gentle waves. The finish is mellow, smooth, and slightly floral.
Volume 2: Amplifies the base with cinnamon sugar, molasses, and earthy resonance. Midway through, it crescendos with warm spice and ends in toasted caramel tones.
Volume 3: The richest of the quartet—dark chocolate and espresso dominate, followed by a smooth cream and wood harmony that lingers in the aftertaste.
Volume 4: The encore of the collection—soft honey, caramel sweetness, and baking spice weave together with impeccable balance, leaving a buttery finish that feels final and fulfilled.
Why It Belongs in Privada
Comfortably Numb embodies Privada’s love for storytelling cigars—creations that have depth, concept, and emotional connection. Each volume reflects a moment in Espinosa’s creative evolution, and together they form a rare collectible series that captures the spirit of the boutique movement. These cigars aren’t just smoked; they’re replayed, studied, and remembered.
Production Notes
Crafted at the La Zona Factory in Estelí, Nicaragua, each volume of Comfortably Numb features unique tweaks to the blend while retaining the same soul. The tobaccos are aged and balanced to create a consistent burn and evolving flavor complexity that deepens with each release. Limited runs ensure freshness and exclusivity for true collectors.
Highlights
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Four-part series by Erik Espinosa blending artistry and nostalgia
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Each volume features unique refinements while maintaining the signature Nicaraguan base
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Medium-bodied profile ideal for reflection or evening relaxation
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Cult favorite among boutique cigar enthusiasts and Espinosa loyalists
