Description
Karen Berger Puro Sabor
Size: 6″ × 52
Vitola: Toro
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Habano
Binder: Nicaraguan
Fillers: Nicaraguan Estelí, Condega, Jalapa
Flavor Notes: Roasted coffee, black pepper, cedar, walnut, cocoa, leather, sweet spice
Pairing Notes: Espresso, añejo rum, cinnamon whiskey, toasted almond biscotti, dark lager
Manufacturer: Don Kiki Cigar Factory (Estelí, Nicaragua)
The First Lady of Cigars Delivers a Tribute to the Soil
When Karen Berger, known to many as “La Reina” of Nicaraguan cigars, puts her name on a blend titled Puro Sabor—pure flavor—you better believe it’s a declaration. This isn’t just another Nicaraguan puro. It’s a love letter to her land. A manifesto written in leaf and ash. Rolled at her own Don Kiki factory, the Puro Sabor pulls from all the major terroirs of Nicaragua: bold Estelí, complex Condega, and the sweet nuance of Jalapa. Every puff tells a story of a country that has redefined the boutique cigar world.
From the first draw, you're greeted by strength and sophistication. Roasted coffee and cedar speak first, then come the pepper and leather—assertive but never harsh. There’s elegance in the transitions, like a dancer moving through tempo shifts, grounded by Karen’s signature refinement. This is a cigar that doesn’t just represent Nicaragua—it celebrates it.
Flavor Journey
First Third: Opens with strong espresso and black pepper, layered over cedar and dry earth.
Second Third: A creamy transition into walnut and cocoa, with sweet spice and balanced strength.
Final Third: Pepper returns, mellowed by dark chocolate and aged leather, finishing with warm mineral earthiness.
Why It Belongs in Privada
Karen Berger is not only one of the few women leading in premium cigar making—she’s one of the best doing it, period. The Puro Sabor is proof that mastery isn’t just about blending tobacco—it’s about telling a story through it. This cigar belongs in Privada because it speaks to our mission: highlighting voices that honor the leaf with authenticity, tradition, and bold personal vision. Puro Sabor isn’t a name—it’s a promise kept.