Limited Cigar Association

Tasting Notes

Pre-Light
Dark chocolate and cedar with subtle hints of dried apricot.                                                                                                                                              First Third
Chocolate and cream open the experience, supported by toasted nuts, soft earth, and delicate baking spices.                                                  Second Third
Dark fruit and cedar move to the forefront while lingering apricot sweetness complements deeper cocoa notes and warming spice.          Final Third
A rich, slow-burning finish featuring toasted nuts, soft earth, and a smooth sweetness that stays with you long after the final draw.

• SIZE – 6 x 52
• STRENGTH – Medium
• LENGTH – 6
• WRAPPER TYPE -Maduro
• RING – 52
• SHAPE – Toro
• ORIGIN – Nicaragua
• FILLER – Estelí
• BINDER – Esteli

Tasting Notes

Pre-Light
Cedar and raw cinnamon with a subtle mineral character at the foot                                                                                                                                  First Third
Cinnamon and cream take the lead, supported by espresso, cocoa, and a backbone of cedar.                                                                                Second Third
Roasted nuts and leather deepen the profile while dark earth and baking spices add richness and complexity.                                                  Final Third
Black pepper and dark earth emerge prominently, finishing with lingering notes of mineral, leather, and spice.

• SIZE – 6 x 52
• STRENGTH – Full
• LENGTH – 6
• WRAPPER TYPE -Corojo
• RING – 52
• SHAPE – Toro
• ORIGIN – Nicaragua
• FILLER – Estelí
• BINDER – Nicaraguan Criollo

From the first draw, Damnation asserts itself with bold waves of figs and bittersweet chocolate. As the smoke builds, leather and earth coat the palate, deepened by a peppery edge from the Criollo ligero. In the midsection, the cigar rounds out with a rich creaminess, as the Brazilian Arapiraca wrapper unveils molasses-like sweetness against Estelí’s signature strength. The final third is a storm of leather, dark spice, and espresso, leaving a lingering finish that’s as haunting as it is satisfying.

• Rolled at El Titán de Bronze, Miami, Florida

• Medium-Full strength profile with layered complexity

• Features a rare Brazilian Arapiraca wrapper over an Ecuadorian binder

• Filler blend: Piloto Cubano Seco, Dominican Criollo 98 Ligero, Estelí Viso

• Sister cigar to Redemption, created as its darker, more powerful counterpart

• SIZE – 6.5 x 52
• STRENGTH – Medium
• LENGTH – 6.5
• WRAPPER TYPE – Brazilian Arapiraca
• RING – 52
• SHAPE – Toro
• ORIGIN – El Titán de Bronze, Miami, USA
• FILLER – Piloto Cubano Seco, Dominican Criollo 98 Ligero, Estelí Viso
• BINDER – Ecuadorian

The Toro begins with cedar and black pepper, laying down a firm foundation of strength. As the profile evolves, roasted coffee and earth step forward, rounded by toasted nuts for warmth and complexity. The extended format allows the subtle cocoa and spice to unfold slowly in the final third, leaving a smooth, lingering finish that invites reflection long after the smoke drifts away.

• SIZE – 6 x 52
• STRENGTH – Medium
• LENGTH – 6
• WRAPPER TYPE – Habano Estelí
• RING – 52
• SHAPE – Toro
• ORIGIN – Tabacalera Lanuza (Estelí, Nicaragua)
• FILLER – Nicaraguan
• BINDER – Nicaraguan

This release is marked by an extended length and a more complex profile compared to the previous version. The product description lists spice, charred wood notes, and underlying sweetness as key aspects. Its limited availability adds collector interest. The LCA Red Ryder 2025 belongs to the Limited Cigar Association’s seasonal releases. It is a 6×52 vitola cigar featuring a Nicaraguan Sumatra wrapper, Condega binder, and Estelí-Jalapa filler blend. This edition follows the original 2022 release with adjustments made by AJ Fernandez.

• SIZE – 6 x 52
• STRENGTH – Medium
• LENGTH – 6
• WRAPPER TYPE – Sumatra
• RING – 52
• SHAPE – Vitola
• ORIGIN – AJ Fernandez at Tabacalera Annex
• FILLER – Estelí-Jalapa
• BINDER – Condega

• The cigar begins with notes of cedar and toasted grain, joined by almond and a dusting of white pepper. Midway, honeyed cream smooths the edges, accented by a whisper of citrus zest. The final third lingers with a refined balance of sweetness, spice, and gentle complexity, leaving behind a lasting impression of elegance.

• Privada exists to bring forward cigars that are not only rare, but also meaningful. The Golden Eagle embodies refinement and artistry, not through bold theatrics but through quiet mastery. As part of the Subterraneo series, it represents leadership, light, and heritage — qualities that align seamlessly with Privada’s mission to preserve and elevate cigar culture.

• SIZE – 7 x 40
• STRENGTH – Medium
• LENGTH – 7
• WRAPPER TYPE – Nicaraguan Golden Habano
• RING – 40
• SHAPE – Lancero
• ORIGIN – AJ Fernández (Nicaragua)
• FILLER – Nicaraguan (Seco-focused blend)
• BINDER – Nicaraguan

This cigar is built with tobaccos sourced from Jochy Blanco’s farm and processed at Tabacalera Palma. It is listed as a complement to the BBQ Pig release and is noted for a pit-inspired profile. The product description lists notes of mesquite, maple syrup heat, charred orange peel, salted cedar, smoked ham, and molasses crust. Limited crop output and three-year aging contribute to its artisanal quality.

• Uses Dominican Habano wrapper and Estelí Nicaragua binder
• Includes fillers from Estelí Nicaragua and Dominican Corojo
• Aged for three years before release

• First Third: Opens with a burst of charred oak, molasses sweetness, and a smoky BBQ tang that lingers on the palate. Black pepper and earthy tones ride in the retrohale, giving it a hearty, satisfying start.

• Second Third: The body grows rounder with roasted nuts, cedar, and a touch of leather. A caramelized sweetness builds, balanced by a peppery backbone that keeps things lively. The texture of the smoke is dense, chewy, and full.

• Final Third: The cigar crescendos with flavors of smoky earth, charred meats, dark chocolate, and espresso. The BBQ-inspired notes remain, now richer and more complex, leaving a savory sweetness as the ember dies down.

• The BBQ Pig isn’t just another LCA release—it’s a milestone. It represents how the Privada and LCA movements have brought once-unthinkable blends and formats into the hands of everyday smokers. With only two rollers qualified to roll this vitola, and with the tobaccos now aged to perfection, this final run is as collectible as it is smokeable. It belongs in Privada because it’s a piece of our shared cigar history.

The boxed offering this month. Purple People Eater, is loud. Viral. Mischievous. Inspired by that big purple icomn we all grew up with. It might be the most playful project LCA has ever released.

Milkshake Lake is notable for its creamy, dessert-inspired taste and its unique LCA release designation. The mixture was aged for around two years prior to release, enabling the tobaccos to achieve a refined equilibrium of creaminess, sweetness, and complexity. Smokers should anticipate flavors of cream, sweet cedar, mild fruit, and a subtle earthy foundation from the Nicaraguan fillers. This cigar is designed for individuals who enjoy boutique blends featuring a mellow-to-medium body while still providing flavor and elegance.