Let's talk about the Undercrown Sun Grown Toro Tubo - a 6"x50 parejo packed in metallic tubes that'll cost you about $8.15 per stick when buying 25-count boxes. This Drew Estate creation sports an Ecuadorian Sumatra sun-grown wrapper that took 15 years to perfect, rolled around Connecticut Habano binder and Nicaraguan fillers. I found it burns best after 4 weeks of humidor rest at 65% RH.
Cedar and roasted cashews hit first with a caramel sweetness that lingers on the lips. The draw feels slightly tight through the tapered cap but produces steady smoke output. Watch for uneven burn lines during initial puffs - rotating helps.
Espresso bitterness emerges at the 1" mark, balanced by cinnamon stick aromas. The ash holds firm in 1.5" segments with minimal flaking. Some pepper tingle develops in nostrils by halfway point.
Leather and black pepper dominate while nicotine strength ramps up noticeably. Last 2" develops salty mineral notes - typical of Nicaraguan filler tobaccos. Cut smoking before nub to avoid tar buildup.
The Ecuadorian wrapper shows visible oil sheen with thin veins. Triple-cap finish survived cross-country shipping without damage. Tubo packaging keeps wrappers intact but needs dry boxing - found 8% humidity difference between tube and humidor environment.
