Description
The Warped Isla del Cocodrilo Corona Gorda is a 2024 release from Warped Cigars, crafted at Tabacalera La Isla in the Dominican Republic under the direction of Kyle Gellis. The name "Isla del Cocodrilo" references Cuba's crocodile-like shape, serving as inspiration for the blend and branding.
Key Details:
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Size: 5 5/8 x 46 (Corona Gorda)
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Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano
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Binder: Ecuadorian Habano 2000 and Brazilian Arapiraca
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Filler: Nicaraguan
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Origin: Dominican Republic
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Strength: Medium to full-bodied
Flavor Profile
The Isla del Cocodrilo Corona Gorda offers a dynamic and evolving flavor experience:
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First Third:
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Flavors of toasted cedar, black pepper, leather, and light earth.
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The retrohale brings zingy black pepper, leather, and earth.
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Mustiness and a touch of sweetness join in as the cigar progresses.
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Second Third:
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Leather becomes more prominent, matching the toasted cedar.
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Black pepper mellows, while earth and mustiness support the profile.
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Some reviewers note the emergence of roasted coffee bean and a slight mineral spice.
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Final Third:
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Earthiness increases, sometimes leading the profile.
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Toasted cedar and leather remain, with black pepper and mustiness lingering in the background.
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The cigar maintains a medium strength throughout, with some finding the finish slightly rough due to mineral and spice notes.
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