Drew Estate · Liga Privada No. 9
New WorldAficionadosLiga Privada No. 9 Corona Doble
The 7 x 54 Corona Doble — the largest core Liga Privada No. 9, a long, full-bodied Broadleaf Maduro for a slow, two-hour evening smoke.
Flavor profile
Roast · Sweet · Earthy · Spice
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2015
94/100
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The Corona Doble is the big one in the core Liga Privada No. 9 lineup: a 7 x 54 that gives Drew Estate's most famous blend the longest possible runway. This is an evening cigar, plain and simple — set aside a couple of hours.
What it tastes like
The recipe is unchanged from the rest of the No. 9 family: a dark, oily Connecticut River Valley Broadleaf wrapper, a Brazilian Mata Fina binder, and aged Nicaraguan and Honduran fillers. The payoff in this format is evolution — espresso and dark chocolate up front, deepening into earth, leather, and pepper, with the extra length letting the smoke cool and sweeten as it goes. Full-bodied throughout, but never one-note.
Who it's for
This is a full-strength cigar for seasoned smokers who want a long, contemplative session. Smoke it after dinner with an espresso, a bourbon, or even a port. Because it's such a commitment, it's worth storing properly so it's in peak condition when you light up — see how to store cigars. And if you're comparing this to other full Nicaraguan heavyweights, our Cuban vs Nicaraguan piece is a good companion read.
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