Description
Connecticut Cookie (Kōokē)
Size: 5×52
Vitola: Robusto
Wrapper: Connecticut Shade
Binder: Undisclosed
Fillers: Undisclosed
Flavor Notes: Cream, cedar, light honey, toasted nuts, vanilla, subtle white pepper
Pairing Notes: Cappuccino, buttery Chardonnay, shortbread cookies, vanilla latte, rum cream liqueur
Manufacturer: Privada Cigar Club Exclusive Production
Privada Storytelling
The Cookie phenomenon has become one of the most talked-about releases in modern cigar culture. What started as a small-batch Lancero born from nostalgia turned into a wildfire—selling out instantly and skyrocketing on the grey market. Collectors chased it, fans begged for its return, and every time, the whispers grew louder: When is the Cookie coming back?
This time, Privada answers with the Connecticut Cookie (Kōokē). Unlike its darker predecessors, this release leans into smooth sophistication, wrapping the Cookie’s iconic dessert-like richness inside a golden Connecticut Shade wrapper. It’s creamy, comforting, and elegant—a new chapter for the Cookie legacy.
The Connecticut version is said to be founder Brian Desind’s personal favorite. Perhaps it’s the balance, or perhaps it’s the way this blend captures both nostalgia and refinement in a single puff. Either way, the Connecticut Cookie is destined to continue the legend, ensuring that collectors and everyday smokers alike can finally enjoy “the most requested cigar in Privada history.”
Flavor Journey
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First Third: Creamy cedar introduces the profile, met with light honey and toasted nuts. A subtle vanilla sweetness emerges on the draw while a gentle white pepper tingles on the retrohale.
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Second Third: The Connecticut wrapper begins to shine—creamy, nutty, and lightly floral, with touches of graham cracker and a sweet, buttery finish. Vanilla and cedar layer beautifully with mild spice.
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Final Third: Smooth cream and honey remain as the core, now enriched with roasted nuts, oak, and a lingering sweetness reminiscent of vanilla custard. The Cookie essence holds steady, subtle yet addictive.
Why It Belongs in Privada
The Cookie series is a symbol of Privada’s influence in cigar culture. It represents not just a blend, but a movement—fans, collectors, and cigar lovers rallying around something unforgettable. The Connecticut Cookie takes that same cult-followed identity and offers a softer, more refined side of the story, proving that even legends can evolve.