Rocky Patel DBS (Double Broadleaf Selection)

Rocky Patel DBS (Double Broadleaf Selection) is a groundbreaking, medium-bodied release that completely redefines how modern Master Blenders utilize broadleaf tobaccos. Hand-rolled at the boutique TaviCusa factory in Estelí, Nicaragua, this blend was meticulously crafted by Rocky Patel to highlight the rich, heavy characteristics of broadleaf without overwhelming the palate. The magic of this blend lies in its innovative core: it features a highly complex double binder composed of both USA Pennsylvania Broadleaf and Nicaraguan Broadleaf. This heavy binder encases a carefully chosen blend of Honduran and Nicaraguan fillers, and the entire masterpiece is finished in a dark, oily Mexican San Andres Maduro wrapper.

When you light up this intriguing blend, the tasting notes offer a remarkably rich and evolving medium-bodied experience. The cold draw provides immediate hints of dark earth and subtle cocoa. Once properly toasted, the complex filler and the double broadleaf binder release an upfront wave of warm spice and dark pepper. As the razor-sharp burn settles down the barrel, the Mexican San Andres Maduro wrapper perfectly balances the spice, introducing sweet, luscious undertones of dark cherries that coat the palate. The draw remains flawless from the first puff to the nub, ensuring the heavy broadleaf tobaccos produce a smoke that is incredibly smooth and digestible.

This specific line is immensely sought-after by aficionados because balancing a double broadleaf binder without making the cigar too harsh or heavy requires absolute mastery in tobacco aging and fermentation. Smokers are consistently surprised by how elegant and refined this blend smokes despite its heavy ingredients. Because the thick Mexican San Andres Maduro wrappers and the dense broadleaf binders are highly sensitive to sudden drops in humidity, we completely bypass traditional middlemen. Through our factory-fresh sourcing model and strict 70/70 climate control, we ship every premium box straight from our Nicaraguan aging room directly to your door.

More Blend Details

Origin: Nicaragua

Factory: TaviCusa

Available Sizes: Robusto (5 1/2 x 50), Toro (6 1/2 x 52), Gordo (6 x 60)

Packaging: Boxes of 20

Ratings: This blend has earned more than 87 points from Cigar Aficionado.

Pairing & Recommendations

To beautifully complement the spice, dark pepper, and sweet cherry tasting notes of this medium-bodied smoke, we highly recommend pairing it with a high-proof bourbon, a heavily aged dark rum, or a rich double espresso. The vanilla and oak notes in the bourbon or the deep molasses of the rum will perfectly balance the heavy Pennsylvania and Nicaraguan double binder, allowing the oily Mexican San Andres wrapper to truly shine on your palate. This is a highly conversational, complex companion, making it the perfect smoke for an upscale late-evening lounge session after a heavy meal.

Given the extreme density of the double broadleaf binder and the thick Maduro wrapper, use a razor-sharp double-guillotine cutter to cleanly remove the cap without tearing the leaf. Toast the foot very patiently with a soft flame or hold your torch lighter a few inches away to avoid shocking the dense tobaccos. Maintain a slow, deliberate drawing cadence; puffing too fast will cause the heavy core to overheat, which can easily mask the subtle sweet cherry and complex spice nuances that make this innovative blend so spectacular.