Description
Warped Nicotina (Belicoso)
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Size: 5½″ × 52 (Box-pressed Belicoso)
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Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99
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Binder: Nicaraguan Criollo ’98
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Fillers: Nicaraguan Corojo ’99 and Criollo ’98 long-fillers
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Strength: Medium to Medium-Full
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Flavor Notes:
Vegetal and nutty beginnings (hazelnut) lead into leather, cedar, dark coffee, black/red pepper, caramel, oak, licorice, cocoa, and dried fruit. The last third may develop earthy/mineral contrasts
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Pairing Notes:
Barrel-aged rum, aged bourbon, dark roast espresso, bold red wine
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Manufacturer: Warped Cigars at Aganorsa Leaf factory, Estelí, Nicaragua
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Release: January 2022 regular-production; revival of 1880 Cuban Nicotina; priced ~$11; available in one size
Privada Storytelling
Vintage Revival Meets Aganorsa’s Terroir
Warped Nicotina resurrects a storied Cuban name with a full-bodied twist grounded in Nicaraguan terroir. Crafted by Kyle Gellis, this puro embodies balance and complexity under Aganorsa’s mastery. Box-pressed into a classic Trojan-like silhouette, it unfolds like a time capsule—harmonizing heritage leaf with modern structure. It isn't casual; it's a statement of lineage, precision, and depth.
Flavor Journey
First third: Vegetal and nutty notes—hazelnut, cedar, black pepper, damp earth—introduce a smooth yet lively entry
Middle third: Leather and caramel deepen into oak and espresso while pepper and licorice weave through
Final third: Dried fruit and black pepper linger over earth and mineral undertones. Some smokers note a sharp and saline finish with increased strength
Draw is generally smooth; burn even early but may need minor touch-ups later. Smoke remains thick, aromatic, and rich with structure. Average session: 80–90 minutes.
Why It Belongs in Privada
Warped Nicotina is ceremony in a cigar: richly layered, historically grounded, and impeccably balanced. It offers a contemplative journey—from lush beginnings to assertive crescendos—mirroring Privada's search for depth, intention, and narrative in smoke.