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Episode 016
Putting The Espinosa La Bomba Warhead 12 To The Test
Espinosa · Toro
The Espinosa Putting The Espinosa La Bomba Warhead 12 To The Test is a medium, Connecticut Broadleaf-wrapped Toro out of Nicaragua, reviewed in full below — specs, tasting notes by thirds, pairing, burn, and draw. It scored 91/100 on our board: The Regular — “something I have regularly in the humidor.”
Tasting notes
First third
Dominant blasts of black pepper, dark earth, espresso, and charred oak right from the first light.
Second third
Develops a complex balance of rich cocoa, leather, cedar, and roasted nuts.
Final third
Features a distinct natural sweetness derived from the fermented Nicaraguan Broadleaf wrapper, adding a layer of brown sugar and licorice to the intense spice.
Burn: excellant
Draw: consistent, heavy, and smooth draw
Construction: Great
