My Father
La Promesa Robusto Grande Single Cigar
Visually, the La Promesa is stunning. It features a dark, reddish-brown Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro wrapper with a slight oily sheen and minimal veining. The teal and gold bands are among the most intricate in the industry, making this a standout in any humidor.
Presented in a Box of 20, this cigar is an excellent choice for the smoker who loves the spice of a Nicaraguan blend but wants a smoother, "creamier" finish. It is a highly-rated, high-performance smoke that pairs exceptionally well with Aged Rum, Small-Batch Bourbon, or a well-extracted Espresso.
Visually, the La Promesa is stunning. It features a dark, reddish-brown Ecuadorian Habano Oscuro wrapper with a slight oily sheen and minimal veining. The teal and gold bands are among the most intricate in the industry, making this a standout in any humidor.
Presented in a Box of 20, this cigar is an excellent choice for the smoker who loves the spice of a Nicaraguan blend but wants a smoother, "creamier" finish. It is a highly-rated, high-performance smoke that pairs exceptionally well with Aged Rum, Small-Batch Bourbon, or a well-extracted Espresso.
First Third: Starts with the classic My Father "pepper blast," but it is quickly joined by a distinct creaminess and a floral sweetness.
Second Third: The profile settles into savory notes of roasted nuts, oak, and leather. There is an underlying sweetness reminiscent of milk chocolate or caramel.
Final Third: The finish is robust and clean. Notes of dark coffee, earth, and a lingering baking spice (cinnamon) remain on the palate, with the pepper returning slightly on the retrohale.