{"product_id":"h-upmann-nicaragua-by-aj-fernandez-sunrise-toro-54-x-6","title":"H UPMANN NICARAGUA BY AJ FERNANDEZ SUNRISE TORO 54 X 6","description":"\u003cp\u003eH. Upmann Nicaragua by AJ Fernandez Sunrise Toro\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProfile\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Nicaragua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory: AJ Fernandez Factory, Estelí, Nicaragua\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaster Blenders: AJ Fernandez \u0026amp; Rafael Nodal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut-seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBinder: Nicaraguan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFiller: Nicaraguan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: Toro — 6 x 54\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrength: Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody: Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharacter: Creamy, smooth, nutty, cedary, with restrained spice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Experience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe H. Upmann Nicaragua by AJ Fernandez Sunrise is a different side of AJ Fernandez. Rather than bringing the power and intensity associated with many Nicaraguan blends, Sunrise focuses on balance, creaminess, and approachability. It is essentially a Connecticut cigar with considerably more character than the typical morning smoke.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper and Nicaraguan tobaccos creates a smooth but flavorful experience, with cedar, toasted nuts, coffee, cream, and a touch of spice developing throughout the Toro. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jrcigars.com\/item\/h.-upmann-nicaragua-by-aj-fernandez-sunrise\/toro\/UPNAST.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eJR Cigars\u003c\/a\u003e⁠)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst Third\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe opening is creamy and inviting, with toasted cedar and roasted nuts immediately noticeable. There is a gentle white-pepper spice underneath the creaminess, along with a subtle natural sweetness. Coffee begins to emerge as the cigar settles in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecond Third\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second third is where the Toro really finds its rhythm. Creamy coffee, toasted almond, cedar, and roasted nuts become more pronounced. The Nicaraguan tobacco provides depth without overpowering the Connecticut wrapper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe smoke remains smooth, but there is enough flavor and subtle spice to keep the experience interesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinal Third\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe final third becomes slightly richer, with coffee and cedar moving toward the forefront. The roasted-nut character remains present, while a mild peppery spice and natural sweetness linger on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than becoming aggressively strong, the cigar maintains its balance through the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstruction \u0026amp; Burn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 6 x 54 Toro provides an excellent format for this blend, giving the tobaccos enough time to develop without making the cigar feel overly long. Construction is solid, with an easy draw and generous smoke production. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.jrcigars.com\/item\/h.-upmann-nicaragua-by-aj-fernandez-sunrise\/toro\/UPNAST.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eJR Cigars\u003c\/a\u003e⁠)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall Experience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very well-balanced medium-bodied Connecticut with legitimate Nicaraguan character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSunrise is designed to be smoother and more approachable than the original H. Upmann Nicaragua by AJ Fernandez and the Heritage, while still retaining enough flavor to satisfy experienced cigar smokers. All of the tobacco in the blend was grown, fermented, and aged by Fernandez. (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cigaraficionado.com\/article\/h-upmann-nicaragua-by-aj-fernandez-sunrise-coming-in-april?utm_source=chatgpt.com\"\u003eCigar Aficionado\u003c\/a\u003e⁠)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy It Stands Out\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes Sunrise interesting is that it doesn’t fall into the “Connecticut equals bland” category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAJ Fernandez and Rafael Nodal have taken a traditionally lighter wrapper and paired it with Nicaraguan tobacco to create something creamy and approachable while still delivering coffee, cedar, nuts, spice, and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Toro 6 x 54 may be the sweet spot of the line because it gives the blend enough room to develop gradually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePairing Suggestions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh espresso\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCafé con leche\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium-roast coffee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBourbon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight rum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eToasted almonds or other roasted nuts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBurnt Leaf Insight\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon’t let the Connecticut wrapper fool you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis isn’t simply a mild morning cigar. It’s a thoughtfully blended medium-bodied Nicaraguan cigar that happens to wear a Connecticut wrapper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the smoker who wants the craftsmanship and Nicaraguan character of AJ Fernandez without the heavier strength of some of his more powerful blends, the Sunrise Toro hits a very nice middle ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cigar that proves “smooth” doesn’t have to mean “boring.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"elementToProof\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Burnt Leaf Lounge","offers":[{"title":"SINGLE","offer_id":46976320307399,"sku":"196043041817","price":16.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"BOX OF 20","offer_id":46976320340167,"sku":null,"price":279.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/0724\/6535\/files\/6f127bd5-f9d5-4536-a641-3f5de739daea.jpg?v=1786379709","url":"https:\/\/www.theburntleaflounge.com\/products\/h-upmann-nicaragua-by-aj-fernandez-sunrise-toro-54-x-6","provider":"The Burnt Leaf Lounge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}