PDR El Criollito Robusto Cigar – Box of 24

The PDR El Criollito Robusto features an Ecuador Criollo 98 wrapper and Mexican San Andres binder. The filler combines Dominican Criollo 98 tobacco rolled via entubado method with supplemental Mexican San Andres leaf. This blend utilizes Dominican tobacco as the foundation, reflecting Abe Flores' focus on Dominican Republic-grown materials.

Flavor Profile

• Initial notes of toasted nuts, black pepper, and cedar
• Mid-smoke development of coffee bean and dark chocolate
• Subtle leather undertones and honeyed sweetness from Criollo wrapper
• White pepper accents balanced by earthy binder components

Construction Details

The 24-count box contains robusto vitolas measuring 5" x 50 ring gauge. The cigar demonstrates:

• Even burn line requiring minimal corrections
• Open draw producing voluminous smoke output
• Firm ash retention lasting 1-1.5 inches

Pairing Recommendations

This medium-bodied cigar complements:

• Espresso or dark roast coffee
• Aged bourbon or añejo tequila
• Caramel-based desserts

Box purchases offer cost savings versus individual cigar pricing, with 24 units accommodating regular smokers. The blend's Dominican-forward recipe maintains PDR's regional tobacco focus while incorporating supporting Mexican leaves.