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New WorldExperiencedCrowned Heads Four Kicks Mule Kick LE 2023
The 2023 edition of Crowned Heads' longest-running limited line — a 5 7/8 x 52 with an Ecuador Sumatra maduro wrapper. Richer and darker than standard Four Kicks.
The short answer
The Crowned Heads Four Kicks Mule Kick LE 2023 is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Dominican Republic toro with a Ecuador Sumatra Maduro wrapper. Expect dark cocoa, espresso, and pepper.
Flavor profile
Sweet · Roast · Spice · Earthy
The verdict
The Crowned Heads Four Kicks Mule Kick LE 2023 is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from Crowned Heads's Four Kicks Mule Kick line. It's a Dominican Republic (New World) toro wrapped in Ecuador Sumatra Maduro at 5.875 in × 52.
On the palate, expect dark cocoa, espresso, and pepper, leaning sweet. Plan on roughly 70 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with espresso and bourbon. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
Mule Kick is the limited-edition cousin of Four Kicks and the oldest annual release in the Crowned Heads catalog, dating back to 2012. Each year's edition changes its blend, so collectors track them by vintage. The 2023 release is a 5 7/8 x 52 wearing an Ecuador Sumatra-seed maduro wrapper over Dominican binder with Nicaraguan and Dominican Piloto filler, rolled at EP Carrillo's Dominican factory.
What it tastes like
This is a noticeably richer, darker take than the standard Four Kicks line. The maduro wrapper brings dark cocoa, espresso, and a sweet, earthy depth, layered with cedar and a firm black-pepper spice. It lands in the medium-full range — more substantial than the regular Four Kicks but still balanced and smooth, with the clean construction the brand is known for.
Who it's for
Mule Kick rewards experienced smokers who like a fuller, sweeter maduro profile and don't mind chasing a limited release. Save it for after a meal with an espresso or a pour of bourbon. If dark, sweet wrappers are your thing, our Maduro vs Connecticut explainer breaks down what that leaf does, and the cigar strength guide helps place a medium-full smoke like this.
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Crowned Heads Four Kicks Mule Kick LE 2023 — frequently asked
- Is the Crowned Heads Four Kicks Mule Kick LE 2023 a good cigar for beginners?
- Ease into it. The fuller body can be a lot for a first-timer, so it's better once you've built up a little tolerance.
- How strong is the Crowned Heads Four Kicks Mule Kick LE 2023?
- The Crowned Heads Four Kicks Mule Kick LE 2023 is Medium-Full-bodied. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the Crowned Heads Four Kicks Mule Kick LE 2023 taste like?
- Expect dark cocoa, espresso, and pepper, leaning sweet. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the Crowned Heads Four Kicks Mule Kick LE 2023?
- It pairs well with espresso and bourbon. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium-full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Crowned Heads Four Kicks Mule Kick LE 2023?
- Plan on about 70 minutes for the toro — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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