When Pete Johnson handed the Cabaiguan blend over to Don Pepin Garcia at My Father Cigars S.A. in Estelí, the Connecticut wrapper was always the calling card of the line. A caramel-hued Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade covers Cuban-seed Nicaraguan binder and filler, landing in mild to medium territory with an easygoing draw and that signature pigtail cap on top. Salted pecans, sweet cream, cedar, and a surprisingly lively white pepper thread through from first light to the final nub. Cigar Aficionado named it a Top 25 cigar, and one smoke will tell you exactly why. Stock up while you can
