Description
Sinistro El Burro Connecticut
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Sizes Available: Robusto (5" × 52), Toro (6" × 54), Presidente (7½" × 50)
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Vitola: Robusto / Toro / Presidente
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Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade
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Binder: Pennsylvania Broadleaf
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Fillers: Dominican, Nicaraguan, and Pennsylvania
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Strength: Medium to Medium-Full
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Flavor Notes:
Sweet hay, creamy cedar, almond, vanilla, baking spice, buttered toast, soft white pepper
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Pairing Notes:
Light roast coffee, vanilla oat milk latte, shortbread cookies, almond tea cake, dry prosecco
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Manufacturer: Sinistro Cigars (produced at Tabacalera El Artista in the Dominican Republic)
Privada Storytelling: Dressed Like a Donkey, Built Like a Thoroughbred
At first glance, El Burro Connecticut might look like a humble workhorse. But strike a match and you'll realize it's a quiet thoroughbred. Designed as part of Sinistro's La Fabrica line, this cigar proves that you don't need flash to bring real craft and character to the table.
The Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper sets the tone with creamy texture and smooth introduction, while the Pennsylvania Broadleaf binder and multi-country fillers keep things grounded in flavor. This blend steps beyond the mild Connecticut profile most expect. It's got backbone, a touch of spice, and transitions that hold your attention from start to finish.
Perfect for the morning, the golf course, or the last stick of the day when you want something that satisfies without stealing the spotlight.
Flavor Journey:
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First Third: Sweet hay and cedar roll in with soft vanilla and hints of almond butter
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Second Third: Bread crust, baking spice, and subtle pepper start to build the body
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Final Third: Earthy sweetness, toasted nuts, and creamy wood carry through to the finish
The draw is effortless. The burn stays straight. Each puff feels like a calm conversation between balance and flavor.
Why It’s Privada-Worthy
At Privada, we're constantly looking for cigars that punch above their weight. El Burro Connecticut does exactly that. It's understated in packaging but delivers a rich and accessible profile that earns its place in any humidor. For fans of Connecticut wrappers who want a little more going on, this is the one.
A real-deal daily smoker that doesn’t compromise.