Description
Plata o Plomo Tiffany Limited Edition (by Sinistro)
Size: 7×38
Vitola: Lancero
Wrapper: Connecticut Shade
Binder: Undisclosed
Fillers: Andullo, Nicaraguan, Peruvian, Dominican
Flavor Notes: Cream, cedar, toasted bread, sweet spice, molasses, earthy richness from andullo
Pairing Notes: Dominican rum, espresso, port wine, or spiced chai
Manufacturer: Sinistro Cigars (La Aurora Factory, Dominican Republic)
Privada Storytelling
The Plata o Plomo Tiffany Limited Edition is a refined twist on one of Sinistro’s most infamous blends. Rolled at La Aurora, the Dominican Republic’s oldest cigar factory, this lancero embodies the fusion of history, patience, and bold storytelling. The heart of the blend is andullo tobacco — a rare, painstakingly fermented leaf wrapped in banana tree husks for months until it develops a dense, paste-like texture and an unmistakable flavor.
James, one of Sinistro’s founders, labored for four months to perfect this expression, incorporating Dominican, Nicaraguan, and Peruvian tobaccos into the filler, united by a silky Connecticut Shade wrapper. The result is a cigar of striking balance — creamy and elegant, yet rich with the dark, earthy depth of andullo.
The name Plata o Plomo, made famous by Pablo Escobar’s chilling phrase — “silver or lead” — is reflected in the band: coins clashing with bullets. This Tiffany Limited Edition takes that already iconic story and adds a new chapter, marked by its signature foot band and subtle tweaks to the blend.
Flavor Journey
The first third introduces cream, cedar, and a delicate sweetness, lifted by the unique earthy tang of andullo. Midway, toasted bread, molasses, and light spice emerge, weaving complexity into the creamy base. The final third deepens into espresso, leather, and sweet wood, ending with a balanced, long finish.
Why It Belongs in Privada
Privada thrives on cigars that tell stories, and the Plata o Plomo Tiffany Limited Edition is a perfect fit. It carries history, culture, and controversy in its name and band, while the tobacco itself showcases rare artistry like andullo fermentation. This lancero is more than a smoke — it’s a statement, a collectible piece of storytelling with roots in both tradition and rebellion.
