Description
Size: 6 × 52
Vitola: Toro
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Maduro
Binder: Brazilian Arapiraca
Fillers: Nicaraguan (Estelí, Jalapa, Ometepe)
Flavor Notes: Dark chocolate, espresso, charred oak, black pepper, molasses, earth, leather, and bourbon-tinged sweetness
Pairing Notes: Kentucky bourbon, peaty Scotch, double espresso, or a rich imperial stout
Manufacturer: AJ Fernandez for Diesel Cigars (Estelí, Nicaragua)
Privada Storytelling
The Diesel Whiskey Row Founder’s Collection RaceKing Toro pushes the boundaries of boldness and innovation. Diesel, in collaboration with AJ Fernandez, already shook the industry with Whiskey Row’s barrel-aged tobaccos. The RaceKing release takes that concept into overdrive, pairing AJ’s powerhouse blending style with tobaccos aged in barrels once used for Kentucky bourbon.
Wrapped in a dark, oily San Andrés Maduro and bound by a Brazilian Arapiraca leaf, this cigar delivers a muscular yet refined experience. It’s the kind of cigar that feels like a celebration of grit and craftsmanship — the spirit of American whiskey culture translated into tobacco. RaceKing isn’t just smoked; it’s experienced.
Flavor Journey
The first puffs explode with black pepper, espresso, and charred oak, setting a bold pace. As the smoke progresses, dark chocolate and leather emerge, layered with molasses sweetness and earthy undertones. Midway, hints of bourbon and toasted vanilla surface from the barrel aging, weaving richness into the core. The final third intensifies with spice, cocoa, and oak, leaving a long, resonant finish that lingers like a fine whiskey.
Why It Belongs in Privada
Privada thrives on blends that defy convention, and RaceKing is a perfect fit. It represents AJ Fernandez’s genius for balance, Diesel’s fearless branding, and the innovative use of bourbon barrel-aged tobaccos. This Toro belongs in Privada because it gives members something rare — a cigar that bridges craft spirits and craft cigars into one unforgettable experience.
Production Notes
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Created in collaboration with AJ Fernandez in Estelí, Nicaragua.
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Features tobaccos aged in bourbon barrels for added depth and character.
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Limited release under the Founder’s Collection series.
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Box-pressed Toro format for a slow, even burn.
Highlights
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Collaboration between Diesel and AJ Fernandez.
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Incorporates bourbon barrel-aged tobaccos.
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Full-bodied San Andrés Maduro experience with depth and strength.
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Limited edition release with strong collector appeal.
