Rocky Patel Hamlet 25th Year Anniversary Sixty Cigar – Box of 20

The Rocky Patel Hamlet 25th Year Anniversary Sixty commemorates master blender Hamlet Paredes’ 25-year career. Produced in Nicaragua, this medium-bodied cigar combines an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, a Pennsylvania Broadleaf binder, and Nicaraguan-Honduran filler tobaccos. The 6” x 60 ring gauge vitola emphasizes a slow-burning design for extended flavor development.

Construction and Burn Characteristics

Featuring a slightly oily Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, the Hamlet 25th Year Sixty demonstrates tight seams and consistent firmness. The Pennsylvania Broadleaf binder contributes to its structural integrity, enabling an even burn line and steady ash formation. Cold draws reveal minimal resistance, suggesting optimal air circulation through the densely packed filler blend.

Flavor Progression

• Initial notes: Cedar, damp earth, and black pepper
• Mid-section: Toasted almonds, aged leather, and dark roast espresso
• Secondary elements: Cocoa powder, dried apricot, and caramelized sugar
• Retrohale complexity: Baking spices and bittersweet dark chocolate

Performance Attributes

The Rocky Patel Hamlet 25th Year Anniversary Sixty maintains a 90-minute average burn time, requiring minimal relights. Smoke output remains moderate, with a cool temperature sustained through the final third. Residual sweetness balances the cigar’s earthy-spicy core, concluding with a clean finish devoid of bitterness.