The teamwork between Rocky Patel and Jonathan Drew of Drew Estate and ACID have created what might be the best coffee infused cigar on the market, the unique Java Maduro. This is Rocky Patel’s first venture into the infused cigar realm and we’re glad that he did.
Java Maduro is a seamless, square-pressed cigar accompanied by Nicaraguan long fillers infused with espresso and a touch of cocoa finished in a Brazilian Maduro wrapper. The dark brown oily wrapper and tobacco blend create addictive aromas of coffee, chocolate and a subtle hint of vanilla. Once you light up your Java and take the perfect draw you will be confronted with sweet cedar, mocha and a touch of spice. Smokers of traditional unflavored cigars will appreciate the right amount of tobacco flavor and the spice. Infused cigar fans will go absolutely nuts. Either way you will surely be captivated with the Java Maduro.
Contrary to belief, not all dark Maduros are particularly strong or heavy bodied cigars. On the other hand, not all dark roast coffees are bitter and strong. The Java’s Brazilian Maduro wrapper adds enough chocolate, spice and tobacco flavor allowing a medium to dark roast coffee as great accompaniment. I recommend Nicaraguan coffees for their rich dark flavor. For a real adult treat, a chocolate malt ale will elevate the flavors to the next level. Samuel Smith’s Organic Chocolate Stout provides the right amount of sweetness without weighing down any of the flavors of the Java Maduro.
Samuel Smith’s Organic Chocolate Stout is medium bodied, dark brown with a thin beige head. The stout has pleasant flavors of roasted coffee, malt, chocolate and a hint of vanilla. Sound familiar? Take a few puffs of your Java Maduro then an ample sip of the stout and you will experience a malted milk ball explosion. Enjoy!
