Gurkha Ghost Spooky Short XO Cigar – Single

The Gurkha Ghost Spooky Short XO Cigar uses a Brazilian Arapiraca Maduro wrapper with visible oil and textured surface. Its construction combines a Dominican Criollo 1998 binder with aged Dominican and Nicaraguan filler tobaccos. This 4x60 vitola delivers medium to full-bodied smoke with documented flavors of dark cocoa and roasted coffee.

Blend Composition

• Wrapper: Brazilian Arapiraca Maduro
• Binder: Dominican Criollo 1998
• Filler: Dominican/Nicaraguan blend

Flavor Development

Initial draws of the Gurkha Ghost Spooky Short XO reveal earth and black pepper notes transitioning to molasses sweetness. Mid-section introduces leather and nutmeg through even combustion. The retrohale emphasizes espresso bitterness balanced by residual dark chocolate tones.

Construction Details

This 4-inch cigar maintains consistent ash formation with minimal touch-ups required. Its 60-ring gauge provides adequate airflow for smoke volume without heat buildup. The compact format delivers 45-60 minute smoking duration.

Pairing Recommendations

Full-strength bourbons complement the Gurkha Ghost Spooky Short XO's spice notes. Aged rum accentuates underlying sweetness, while espresso intensifies the coffee bean characteristics. Rated 93 by industry reviewers.