Description
Espinosa Knuckle Sandwich Maduro
Size(s): Corona Gorda R (5⅝″×46), Robusto J (5″×52), Toro H (6″×54)
Vitola: Box-pressed robusto and toro formats
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Sumatra Maduro
Binder & Fillers: Nicaraguan tanden (binder & filler) from AJ Fernandez's San Lotano factory
Flavor Notes: Dark cocoa/mocha, red & black pepper, earth, licorice, minerals, charred oak, baking spice, leather, dark fruit, roasted coffee, caramel, nutty (hazelnut/cashew), slight mint/citrus lift
Pairing Notes: Espresso, aged rum, bourbon, stout, dark chocolate
Manufacturer: Espinosa Cigars in collaboration with Guy Fieri; rolled at AJ Fernandez’s San Lotano factory in Ocotal, Nicaragua
Privada Storytelling
Knuckle Sandwich Maduro embraces the bold swagger of Guy Fieri’s “Flavor Town” in a rich, mature Maduro build. Developed over 18 months with Espinosa and Hector Alfonso, this cigar punches—with finesse. It mirrors a late-night culinary indulgence: decadent, bold, with a pepper-forward backbone and sweet undertones. This is flavor-forward craftsmanship worthy of the Privada narrative—a fit for aficionados who seek indulgence and story.
Flavor Journey
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First third: Opens with sweet mocha and red licorice, anchored by earth and mineral tones. Pop of black pepper on retrohale adds depth
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Mid-smoke: Mocha stays dominant; earth deepens. Red pepper resurfaces, mingling with charred oak and dark fruit, while retrohale stays spicy and sharp .
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Final third: Pepper and earth lead. Licorice, mocha, roasted coffee, and mineral notes conclude, finishing strong and assured
Why It Belongs in Privada
This is premium Maduro evolution: complex, layered, and bold. It comes from a small-batch collaboration featuring celebrity narrative, factory pedigree, and seasoned blending. The Story Series of Espinosa + Fieri offers flair and substance—Maduro brings deeper sweetness and richer depth. It checks the Privada boxes: boutique story, craftsmanship, and a refined flavor knockout.