Description
The Gellis Family Absolutos Toro is a Nicaraguan puro crafted at the NACSA factory in Estelí, Nicaragua, under the direction of Kyle Gellis (of Warped Cigars fame). This cigar is part of the inaugural release for the Gellis Family brand and showcases tobaccos from Nicaragua’s four major growing regions: Estelí, Ometepe, Condega, and Jalapa.
Key Details
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Size: 6 x 52 (Toro, soft box-pressed)
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Wrapper: Nicaraguan Sun Grown
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Binder: Nicaraguan
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Filler: Nicaraguan (Estelí, Ometepe, Condega, Jalapa)
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Factory: NACSA, Estelí, Nicaragua
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Strength: Medium to Full
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Box Count: 14 cigars per box
Flavor Profile
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Initial aromas: floral honey, barnyard, Dijon mustard, and baked goods.
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Cold draw: anise, bitter coffee, peppermint, cinnamon graham cracker, hot peppers.
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Main flavors: caramel (becomes prominent early), rich fruitiness, cheesecake with graham cracker crust, sweetened lime juice, earthiness, bakery notes, cashews, almonds, black pepper, toasty grapefruit, fresh blueberries.
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Additional notes: brown sugar, white pepper, leather, cedar, lime citrus, cinnamon, nutmeg.
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The blend is described as smooth and elegant, with a crispness and refined complexity that evolves throughout the smoke.