Description
Espinosa 601 La Bomba
Size: Napalm (5″ × 52), Atomic (6″ × 50), Nuclear (6″ × 60), Warhead (varies by year), F-Bomb (7″ × 70)
Vitola: Parejo with fuse-style pigtail cap
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano
Binder: Nicaraguan
Fillers: Nicaraguan long-fillers (Estelí and Jalapa regions)
Flavor Notes: Red pepper, charred cedar, dark chocolate, black coffee, leather, mineral, clove, smoky earth
Pairing Notes: Barrel-proof bourbon, Turkish coffee, chili-infused dark chocolate, grilled brisket, mezcal
Manufacturer: Espinosa Premium Cigars (produced at La Zona, Estelí, Nicaragua)
Privada Storytelling
There’s strong, and then there’s La Bomba. This is Erik Espinosa’s unfiltered war cry—no gimmicks, no apologies, just a high-octane Nicaraguan puro wrapped in volcanic spice and packed like dynamite. From the signature fuse cap to the blast of pepper off the first light, La Bomba is not for the faint-hearted. Originally created to redefine what “strong” could mean in boutique cigars, it became a cult favorite and a benchmark of the 601 line. In Privada, this cigar represents intensity with intention—a bold hit of flavor, strength, and attitude that holds nothing back. It’s not just a cigar. It’s a statement of power.
Flavor Journey
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First third: Red pepper detonation followed by a surge of black coffee and dark wood. Retrohale is sharp, bold, and invigorating.
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Mid-smoke: Spice settles into earthy richness with charred cedar, clove, and cocoa nib. Leather and minerals build weight and texture.
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Final third: Deep and dry—espresso, dark chocolate, and a smoky finish linger. Strength ramps up, but flavor stays center stage.
Why It Belongs in Privada
La Bomba is an experience you remember. It’s not polite. It’s not delicate. It’s a full-body, full-flavor beast that proves boldness can still have nuance. And that’s why it belongs here. Privada curates cigars that stand out—not just in power, but in personality. This is the cigar you light when you want to feel something. It’s adrenaline, ritual, and rebellion rolled into one stick. A true modern classic from La Zona that deserves a place in any serious rotation.