Joya de Nicaragua Antaño 1970 Robusto Grande

The Antaño 1970 is the cigar that put Joya de Nicaragua back on the map, and the Robusto Grande (5.5 x 52) is its signature size. This is a 100% Nicaraguan puro wrapped in a dark, oily Habano Criollo leaf from the Jalapa Valley, and it does not pull punches.

What it tastes like

Expect a wave of black pepper on the first few puffs, settling into deep leather, earth, and roasted cedar with a cocoa-tinged sweetness underneath. The finish is long and spicy. This is unapologetically a Full-strength smoke, so it rewards a full stomach and a little patience.

Who it's for

Not a beginner's cigar. If you already enjoy bold Nicaraguan tobacco and want one of the benchmarks for the style, this is it. Newer smokers chasing power should read our cigar strength guide first so they know what they're signing up for.

Because the Antaño leans into classic Nicaraguan intensity, it's a great reference point if you're exploring the Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars debate. Pair it with espresso or an aged rum to tame the spice and bring out the sweeter notes.

Smoking your way through the Joya lineup? Log this one and rate it in your humidor with the Casa DNC app at casadnc.com so you can compare it head to head with the milder Joya Red Toro.