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Horacio OX Red Rock

Horacio OX Red Rock

Nicaragua Medium Body 65 min 67 RG
chocolateearthleather

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coffee chocolate cream fruit nuts wood spice herb earth leather
Country Nicaragua Nicaragua
Brand Horacio
Type Gordo
Size 135 mm × 67
Strength
Filler Nicaragua Cuba Nicaragua, Cuba
Binder Costa Rica Costa Rica
Wrapper Ecuador Ecuador
Smoke time 65 min

The OX Red Rock by Horacio is a substantial Gordo-sized cigar, measuring 5.5 inches by 67-ring gauge, crafted in Nicaragua. Its Ecuadorian-grown wrapper, paired with a Nicaraguan binder and a blend of Nicaraguan and Cuban tobaccos for the filler, promises a complex smoking experience. The wrapper's oily and silky texture envelops a tightly packed filler, releasing primal earthy scents and undergrowth notes that foreshadow a rich and satisfying smoke. As the OX Red Rock is lit, it unfurls a balanced fusion of leather, spice, and cocoa flavors, maintaining a medium strength that is both robust and refined. The cigar's construction is flawless, boasting a firm texture and a dense, well-defined ash, testifying to the care and attention that has gone into its production. Notably, the OX Red Rock eschews bitterness, instead offering a smooth, effortless draw and a prolonged, gratifying finish that highlights its multifaceted aroma. The cigar is sealed at the foot with a perilla, and its seductive, well-balanced character makes it an excellent choice for connoisseurs in search of a flavorful and long-lasting smoke.

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