Olmec Maduro by Foundation Size: 6″ × 52Vitola: ToroWrapper: Mexican San Andrés MaduroBinder: Nicaraguan (Estelí)Fillers: Nicaraguan (Estelí and Jalapa)Flavor Notes:... Read more
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Size: 6″ × 52
Vitola: Toro
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Maduro
Binder: Nicaraguan (Estelí)
Fillers: Nicaraguan (Estelí and Jalapa)
Flavor Notes: Espresso, dark cocoa, black pepper, leather, sweet earth, raisin, smoked wood
Pairing Notes: Añejo tequila, espresso martini, mole negro, tawny port, grilled ribeye
Manufacturer: Foundation Cigar Co. (Produced at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez, Nicaragua)
The Olmec Maduro is more than just a premium cigar—it’s a tribute to one of the oldest known civilizations of the Americas. Foundation’s Nick Melillo digs deep into Mesoamerican history for this one, channeling the raw spiritual energy of the Olmec Empire, which thrived along the San Andrés Tuxtla valley in Veracruz. That same volcanic soil is what nourishes the Mexican San Andrés Maduro wrapper, and the result is flavor born from the ancient earth itself.
But don’t let the historical roots fool you—this cigar is fierce and forward-thinking. The Nicaraguan core (Estelí and Jalapa) provides strength and nuance, while the San Andrés wrapper brings a deep, fermented sweetness balanced by volcanic grit. Light it, and you’ll feel the ancestral pulse. The espresso hits like a drumbeat, the cocoa moves like shadow over stone, and the black pepper reminds you: this is not a mild blend—it’s a monument.
First Third: Espresso and smoked wood hit fast, followed by black pepper and dry cocoa.
Second Third: Leather, raisin, and sweet earth evolve the core, deepened by lingering char and spice.
Final Third: A rich finish of dark chocolate, charred oak, and pepper warmth closes the ritual with power and poise.
The Olmec Maduro isn’t just a cigar—it’s a timeline. It carries legacy in its wrapper, innovation in its blend, and attitude in every draw. Foundation Cigar Co. continues to blend culture with craft, and this one deserves a place in the Privada humidor not just for its bold flavor, but for its sense of purpose. It speaks to those who respect origin, honor tradition, and crave intensity with depth. This is ancient fire—refined.
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