My Father · Don Pepín García Series JJ Maduro
New WorldAficionadosDon Pepín García Series JJ Maduro Toro
Don Pepín's Series JJ in maduro — a 6.5 x 52 Toro, an all-Nicaraguan puro under a dark Corojo Maduro wrapper with cocoa, earth and dried-fruit sweetness.
Flavor profile
Sweet · Earthy · Spice · Fruity
The Series JJ carries Pepín and Jaime García's shared initials, and the maduro version dresses it in a very dark Nicaraguan Corojo Maduro wrapper. The Toro is a 6.5 x 52 — an all-Nicaraguan puro from the family's Estelí farms, wrapper to core.
What it tastes like
This is a rich, full-bodied maduro. Expect dark cocoa and earth up front, a firm spice, cedar, and a welcome hint of dried-fruit sweetness from that oily Corojo Maduro leaf. It's creamy in texture but bold in body, sitting at the full end — deep and flavorful, with the polish that keeps a Pepín cigar from ever feeling harsh. Construction is excellent, with a slow even burn and a firm García draw.
Who it's for
The full body and dark wrapper make this one for aficionados who love a rich maduro. If that profile appeals, our Maduro vs Connecticut guide explains what makes a dark wrapper smoke this way, and as an all-Nicaraguan puro it's a great fit for our Cuban vs Nicaraguan comparison.
Save it for after a big meal with an espresso or bourbon, then log and rate it in the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Maduro vs Connecticut wrappers.
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