Not Brian 6 x 52 Toro
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo
Binder: Nicaraguan Criollo
Filler: Estelí, Nicaragua
Factory: Tabacalera Annex
Strength: Full
Body: Full
Flavor Profile
A cigar that earned legendary status long before most smokers knew its name. Crafted as a 100% AJ-grown Nicaraguan puro and aged for two years before release, Not Brian delivers a bold, unapologetically Nicaraguan smoking experience. The pre-light aroma reveals cedar, raw cinnamon, and a distinct mineral character that hints at the complexity to come.
The first third opens with a rich combination of cinnamon and cream, quickly joined by notes of espresso, cocoa, and a steady cedar backbone. As the cigar progresses into the second third, roasted nuts and leather deepen the profile while dark earth and baking spices add layers of richness beneath a subtle sweetness. The final third intensifies with black pepper and dark earth taking center stage, supported by lingering mineral notes and leather on a long, spicy finish.
Construction & Burn
Rolled at Tabacalera Annex in Estelí and aged for two years before release, Not Brian showcases the benefits of patience. The aging process softens the cigar’s natural power while allowing its complexity and balance to shine. Expect excellent combustion, dense smoke production, and a firm draw that delivers consistent flavor from start to finish.
Overall Experience
Not Brian is a full-bodied Nicaraguan puro that combines strength, refinement, and history in equal measure. The additional aging rounds off the sharper edges without sacrificing intensity, creating a cigar that feels mature, layered, and deeply satisfying. It is a cigar for those who appreciate bold flavors supported by balance and nuance rather than sheer power alone.
Burnt Leaf Insight
Some cigars become famous because of marketing. Others become famous because smokers refuse to stop talking about them. Not Brian falls into the second category. The combination of AJ-grown Nicaraguan tobacco, two years of aging, and a flavor profile packed with cinnamon, cocoa, espresso, earth, and spice makes this a cigar worthy of its reputation. Pair it with a barrel-proof bourbon, black coffee, aged rum, creamy espresso, or dark chocolate with sea salt to unlock every layer this legendary blend has to offer.
