Ahhhhh Broadleaf tobacco. It’s thick, oily, flavorful, veiny, ugly, expensive, and hard to work with. If someone has a favorite wrapper leaf, chances are they’ll tell you it’s Broadleaf. Fans of this varietal often speak of an unmistakable earthy, sweet, spicy, and full profile that comes from this leaf that we love so much.
Today we’ll be exploring five cigars that feature a Broadleaf wrapper (and in some cases the filler as well.) Here are the three types of Broadleaf that are used in this sampler:
Connecticut Broadleaf (classic)
Pennsylvania Broadleaf (fuller, more flavorful)
Pennsylvania Broadleaf grown on AJ Fernandez’s farm
Crowned Heads Yellow Rose – Connecticut Broadleaf
Previously only available for purchase inside the state of Texas, Crowned Heads introduced this cigar in 2015 as one of their first Broadleaf offerings. Three states received a Broadleaf wrapped exclusive, with the Yellow Rose being the only one to receive the box-pressed shape. This particular vitola emphasizes the upfront barnyard qualities with subtle complexities sprinkled throughout the experience.
Nomad Fin de Los Mundos – Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Produced at Fabrica Oveja Negra, Nomad’s Fin de Los Mundos translates to End of the Worlds and can trace its roots back to the FDA’s infamous 2016 ruling to regulate premium cigars. Fin de Los Mundos is Nomad’s strongest cigar to date, taking advantage of the medium-full bodied, high octane potential of Pennsylvania Broadleaf – there’s even some extra in the filler. Expect an assortment of earth, cocoa, brown sugar, and espresso flavors to keep you company.
Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust Mi Querida – Connecticut Broadleaf
When Steve Saka was at Drew Estate, he held the world captive after introducing the Liga No. 9 using Connecticut Broadleaf. After he launched his own cigar brand Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust, the world once again waited for Mi Querida, the first cigar to use his signature tobacco. Translating to My Mistress, Mi Querida features highly prized Connecticut River Valley Broadleaf. In fact, the wrapper for this cigar is so scrutinized that he created a separate line to use blemished wrapper leaf that would be deemed unsuitable for his Querida.
Black Label Trading Company Deliverance Nocturne – Pennsylvania Broadleaf
One of the most unique vitolas in the cigar business right now, Black Label’s Deliverance Nocturne was created from cap to foot by James Brown. You see, James is the kind of person that will create an entirely new size and shape if a mold isn’t available. And when it comes to blending cigars, James always impresses with Broadleaf and Ecuadorian Habano, two tobaccos that are rich and complex enough to interest his palate. As an added bonus, each cigar produced at Fabrica Oveja Negra spends more than twice the time in the hands of each rolling pair than most cigar factories allow.
AJ Fernandez Last Call Maduro – Nicaraguan Grown Pennsylvania Broadleaf
Although his name isn’t synonymous with Pennsylvania Broadleaf, AJ is probably the single greatest influencer for this varietal being used as a wrapper nowadays. Before AJ wrapped his popular Diesel line in Broadleaf, it was mostly used as binder tobacco. AJ likes this leaf so much that he grew this Pennsylvanian seed on his farm, making the Last Call Maduro a Nicaraguan puro. Expect the usual AJ experience with expert construction and enjoyable flavors leading up to a satisfying finish.
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