Description
Foundation The Tabernacle Broadleaf Goliath
Size: 5″ × 58 (Perfecto)
Vitola: Perfecto (short, bulbous format with tapered head and foot)
Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro
Binder: Mexican San Andrés
Fillers: Nicaraguan and Honduran (Estelí, Jalapa, and Jamastran)
Flavor Notes: Espresso, dark chocolate, black pepper, earth, anise, fig, charred oak, molasses
Pairing Notes: Barrel-aged bourbon, double espresso, chocolate stout, rye whiskey, dried fruit and nut loaf
Manufacturer: Foundation Cigar Company (produced at AJ Fernandez’s factory in Estelí, Nicaragua)
Privada Storytelling
The Goliath is the crown jewel of Foundation’s Tabernacle Broadleaf line—not just in stature, but in legacy. Nick Melillo crafted this short, stocky perfecto as a tribute to biblical legend, yes, but more than that: as a demonstration of Broadleaf’s purest form. The vitola concentrates every drop of strength and sweetness into a dense, flavor-saturated session that burns slow and bold. In Privada, this is your heavy-hitter—short in length, colossal in impact. When time is limited but your palate demands an epic, Goliath rises.
Flavor Journey
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First third: Instant blast of espresso and earth, with molasses and black pepper trailing through the nose. Thick, chewy smoke sets the stage.
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Mid-smoke: Dark chocolate, fig, and charred oak dominate. The San Andrés binder brings depth, while the fillers layer in anise and roasted spice.
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Final third: Bold finish with black coffee, mineral grit, and a dry peppered sweetness. Ends savory, dark, and perfectly balanced.
Why It Belongs in Privada
Goliath belongs here because it shows what boutique craftsmanship looks like when it’s firing on all cylinders. The vitola is unique, the blend is elite, and the flavor is unforgettable. Foundation doesn’t just play in the boutique space—they help define it. This cigar stands for heritage, strength, and luxury in equal measure. It's a compact powerhouse for Privada members who want quality without compromise, and who appreciate the artistry of Broadleaf at its most intense.