Gurkha Year of The Dragon By Oliva Figurado

Product Description

Gurkha Cigar Group's announcement of a limited release of their Year of the Dragon cigar in 2023 resulted in a quick sell-out of all 1500 boxes. This special edition product was enclosed in a beautiful piano red box with a golden etched dragon, marking both the beginning and end of a unique cigar crafted in the Dominican Republic by the popular El Artista. According to Chinese culture, those born in the year of the dragon possess positive traits such as intelligence, charisma, confidence, high standards, and a tendency to excel in all they do. This ambitious release, however, was just the beginning as Gurkha revealed plans to celebrate the Year of the Dragon throughout 2024 with collaborations from other well-respected names in the industry. This first-of-its-kind production showcased exceptional artistry, branding, design, and tobacco, as well as the camaraderie between supposed rivals and competitors. The end result was five different cigars, including partnerships with cigar industry giant AJ Fernandez and the legendary E.P. Carrillo team. Each cigar had its own limited edition run and distinct bold box color, with flavor profiles and strengths sourced from various countries and perfectly aged and cured tobacco. For example, the Fernandez cigar had an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, a 100% Nicaraguan binder and filler, and a medium to full body with a spicy and earthy taste. The Ernesto Perez-Carrillo blend, on the other hand, featured a Mexican San Andres wrapper, Ecuadorian Connecticut binder, and Nicaraguan and Dominican Republic filler, with a slightly darker complexion and surprising floral notes. True cigar aficionados can find these limited edition cigars online at 1st Class Cigar, each with its own unique backstory and blend, and boxed in a distinctive color that will make it a collector's item for years to come. Much like the rare occurrence of the Year of the Dragon in Chinese culture, this experience should be treasured and treated as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

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