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Privada Cigar Club Massacre Cigar - February 2023 LCA Release
Privada Cigar ClubMassacre Cigar - February 2023 LCAGran Corona (2" × 46)
80%4.0 / 5 stars
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Flavor Notes: Earth, cedar, espresso, black pepper, roasted nuts, dark chocolate, and a lingering mineral sweetness
Pairing Notes: Rye whiskey, imperial stout, bold espresso, or a smoky Islay Scotch
Manufacturer: [Boutique factory in Estelí, Nicaragua]
Privada Storytelling
The Massacre Cigar is a story rolled in leaf, a visceral reminder that tobacco’s journey from seed to smoke is never without struggle. Its very name calls back to the turbulent history of Estelí — a region shaped not only by soil and sunlight, but by conflict, resilience, and rebirth.
Crafted with an all-Nicaraguan blend draped in a bold Habano wrapper, the Massacre is unapologetically full of character. This cigar doesn’t whisper, it declares. Each draw pays homage to the sacrifices made in the pursuit of freedom, tradition, and artistry. It’s not just a cigar; it’s a monument in smoke.
Flavor Journey
The cigar opens with a firm handshake of black pepper and earth, quickly supported by cedar and espresso. In the mid-section, roasted nuts and a savory mineral quality emerge, balancing strength with texture. The final third builds to dark chocolate and spice, with a lingering sweetness that tempers the intensity, leaving a finish both bold and memorable.
Why It Belongs in Privada
Privada seeks cigars that embody more than flavor — cigars that tell stories of people, places, and perseverance. The Massacre Cigar belongs here because it embodies history, grit, and survival, while delivering an elevated smoking experience worthy of collectors and enthusiasts alike.
Production Notes
Handmade in Estelí, Nicaragua.
All-Nicaraguan blend for strength and authenticity.
Habano wrapper selected for depth and spice.
Boutique production, released in limited numbers.
Highlights
A bold 6.5 × 46 Gran Corona format.
Rich flavor journey balancing strength and complexity.
Historical narrative tied to Nicaragua’s identity.
Limited release crafted in Estelí.
Size
2 x 46
Vitola
Gran Corona
Wrapper
Habano
Binder
Nicaraguan
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Carlos
Verified purchase4/5Very good cigar. pleasant to smoke, medium to full. will be getting some more.
Nov 4, 2025
Cigar info
- Brand
- Privada Cigar Club
- Line
- Massacre Cigar - February 2023 LCA
- Vitola
- Gran Corona
- Factory
- [Boutique Factory IN Estelí, Nicaragua]
- MSRP
- $13.50










