Gurkha Cellar Reserve 18 Year Old Koi Cigar – Single

The Gurkha Cellar Reserve 18 Year Old Koi forms part of the Cellar Reserve Edicion Especial series, utilizing an 18-year-aged Corojo wrapper and rare tobaccos. Packaged in a piano-finish mahogany box, this cigar features a Pennsylvania Broadleaf Maduro wrapper over Dominican filler and binder leaves aged nearly two decades. Kaizad Hansotia emphasized the intentional selection of vintage tobaccos to achieve its distinct character.

Flavor progression reveals espresso and dark chocolate notes transitioning to oak, earthiness, and black pepper, with subtle dried fruit undertones. The medium-to-full-bodied profile maintains a creamy texture supported by balanced combustion and draw consistency. Pennsylvania Broadleaf Maduro’s oily sheen contributes to the cigar’s slow, even burn.

Construction highlights include a triple-seam cap and packed filler tobaccos optimized for airflow. Pairing compatibility extends to aged spirits like single-malt whiskey or barrel-aged cognac, accentuating the blend’s oak-driven nuances. The 18-year aging process intensifies the wrapper’s natural sweetness while mellowing the Dominican fillers’ spice.