The Pride by El León
Product details
| Management number | 253744804 | Release Date | 2026/10/24 | List Price | CA$2.00 | Model Number | 253744804 | ||
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The Pride by El León
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Size: El Coronel (6 x 52), El Maestro (6 x 54), The Pride (6 x 60)
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Wrapper: Dark, oily Maduro (unspecified origin)
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Binder: Nicaraguan (aged long-fillers)
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Fillers: Rich, aged Nicaraguan long-fillers — expert boutique blend
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Strength: Medium to Full
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Flavor Notes:
Earth, black pepper, dark chocolate, natural sweetness, bold spice, deep richness -
Pairing Notes:
Espresso, aged rum, dark stout, dark chocolate dessert, oak-aged whisky -
Manufacturer: El León Cigar Company (blended by Jorge Rodríguez; made at Maquiladora de Tabaco Vegas de Jalapa, Nicaragua)
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Release: Regular-production line (“El Juez” family) from El León; debuted as part of their boutique “Pride” trio alongside El Maestro and El Coronel
Privada Storytelling
A Maduro Statement of Boutique Power
The Pride sits at the bold apex of El León’s “Pride” trilogy—a cigar that doesn’t whisper, but roars. Its dark Maduro wrapper glistens with oil, hinting at a smoke crafted for those who crave depth and presence. From the first draw, the blend—a symphony of aged Nicaraguan long-fillers—serves a rich, earthy base spiced with black pepper and lustrous dark chocolate. Balanced yet assertive, it stands alongside ceremonial smokes that invite reflection as much as enjoyment.
Flavor Journey
First third:
Striking earth and dark Maduro sweetness, punctuated by crisp black pepper and subtle chocolate notes.
Middle third:
Flavor deepens with rich, aged tobacco character—earth becomes layered with dark cocoa and cedar, pepper remains lively.
Final third:
Sweetness lingers while pepper remains vibrant. Earth and chocolate entwine with a refined, lasting richness.
Draw is effortlessly bold; the burn is even and clean, requiring minimal touch-up. Smoke output is generous and aromatic.
Why It Belongs in Privada
The Pride delivers a captivating blend of bold Maduro complexity and boutique-crafted intensity. It’s not just a cigar—it’s a statement sculpture of flavor—and aligns with Privada’s vision of ceremonial, landscape-rich smokes that leave an impression. This is the cigar to light when you want a story in each puff, and a memory in every ember.
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