Espinosa Wasabi Corona 5x46

The Espinosa Wasabi Corona is a distinctive cigar that challenges traditional perceptions of candela-wrapped smokes. Crafted at the renowned La Zona factory in Estelí, Nicaragua, this cigar offers a unique blend of flavors and a bold presentation.

📝 Key Details

• Size: 5 x 46 (Corona)
• Wrapper: Candela with a dark brown Habano cap
• Binder/Filler: Proprietary (undisclosed)
• Strength: Medium to Full
• Shape: Box-pressed
• Origin: Nicaragua
• Blender: Héctor Alfonso Sr.
• Manufacturer: Tabacalera La Zona
• Limited Edition: Initially released in 2016 with limited annual production  

🔥 Flavor Profile

The Espinosa Wasabi Corona is renowned for its complex and evolving flavor profile:

• Initial Notes: White pepper, lemongrass, bell pepper, and fresh jalapeños
• First Third: Charred wood, chlorophyll, tobacco, and red pepper spice through the retrohale
• Second Third: Burnt toffee, peppermint, and continued red pepper notes
• Final Third: Hints of caramel, peppermint, and a resurgence of red pepper 

The cigar maintains a medium to full strength throughout, with a balance of spice and sweetness that keeps the palate engaged.