Drew Estate · Liga Privada No. 9
New WorldAficionadosLiga Privada No. 9 Flying Pig
The cult Flying Pig — a stubby 3 15/16 x 60 perfecto with a curled pigtail, releasing Liga Privada No. 9's rich Broadleaf Maduro in a short, intense format.
The short answer
The Liga Privada No. 9 Flying Pig is a bold, full-bodied cigar — a Nicaragua flying pig (perfecto) with a Connecticut River Valley Broadleaf wrapper. Expect dark chocolate, espresso, and earth.
Flavor profile
Sweet · Roast · Earthy · Spice
The verdict
The Liga Privada No. 9 Flying Pig is a bold, full-bodied cigar from Drew Estate's Liga Privada No. 9 line. It's a Nicaragua (New World) flying pig (perfecto) wrapped in Connecticut River Valley Broadleaf at 3.94 in × 60.
On the palate, expect dark chocolate, espresso, and earth, leaning sweet. Plan on roughly 55 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with espresso, bourbon, and aged rum. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The Flying Pig is one of the most recognizable shapes in modern cigars: a short, fat 3 15/16 x 60 perfecto with a pinched, curly pigtail cap and a tapered foot. It's a seasonal, limited release, and when boxes land they tend to vanish fast.
What it tastes like
Despite the playful shape, this is serious tobacco — the full Liga Privada No. 9 blend, with its dark, oily Connecticut River Valley Broadleaf wrapper, Brazilian Mata Fina binder, and aged Nicaraguan and Honduran fillers. The squat, wide format pushes a huge volume of cool smoke, packed with espresso, dark chocolate, earth, leather, and pepper. It drinks rich and full from the first puff.
Who it's for
The Flying Pig is a full-strength cigar best suited to experienced smokers and collectors — part of the appeal is simply getting your hands on one. The pigtail cap can be twisted off or clipped; if you're unsure, our how to cut a cigar guide helps. Pair it with espresso or bourbon. For more on the dark wrapper doing the heavy lifting, see Maduro vs Connecticut.
Scored a Pig? Log it in the Casa DNC app and note where you found it — you'll want to remember next season.
Curious how it stacks up? See Maduro vs Connecticut wrappers.
Liga Privada No. 9 Flying Pig — frequently asked
- Is the Liga Privada No. 9 Flying Pig a good cigar for beginners?
- Not as a first cigar. Full-bodied smokes are intense and high in nicotine — save it until you're comfortable with strength.
- How strong is the Liga Privada No. 9 Flying Pig?
- The Liga Privada No. 9 Flying Pig is Full-bodied — bold and high in nicotine. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the Liga Privada No. 9 Flying Pig taste like?
- Expect dark chocolate, espresso, and earth, leaning sweet. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the Liga Privada No. 9 Flying Pig?
- It pairs well with espresso, bourbon, and aged rum. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Liga Privada No. 9 Flying Pig?
- Plan on about 55 minutes for the flying pig (perfecto) — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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