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Privada Cigar Club The Good Life Torpedo Aged 3+ Years

Privada Cigar ClubThe Good Life Torpedo Aged 3+Torpedo (2" × 52)

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Flavor Notes: Chocolate, peanuts, cream, root beer, golden honey, Smarties candy, raspberry, raisin bread, passionfruit, tart fruit, florals Pairing Notes: Chocolate cake, champagne, amber lager, cognac, chocolate-covered almonds, steak dinner, egg cream soda, ice cream sundae Manufacturer: J.C. Newman Cigar Co. (Nicaraguan Factory) Privada Storytelling I’m talking ’bout The Good Life . And yet, when this cigar first debuted, some people couldn’t believe it—me putting my own name on a cigar. At first, I wanted it to be released under J.C. Newman, but they politely declined, saying it wouldn’t be the right look. So I did what we always do at Privada: I created something bold, personal, and unapologetic. The band, inspired by the legendary Beverly Hills Hotel , was my amateur Photoshop project, but it symbolized everything this cigar stood for: indulgence, glamour, and the pursuit of life’s finer things. Some members got upset, wanting only other brands, not “ours.” But the truth remains—Privada is not a brand. Privada is the curator, the storyteller, the finder of the rarest leaves and the boldest blends. And this cigar? It’s a showcase of Connecticut Broadleaf tobacco that has been cultivated for over a century —a leaf with history, depth, and soul. Made at the Newmans’ Nicaraguan factory, this rendition of The Good Life may be the best yet. Aged for over a year and a half, it brings out everything Broadleaf was meant to be: funky, flavorful, and unforgettable. Flavor Journey First Third: Bursts of chocolate, peanuts, cream, red pepper, and sarsaparilla. A salty, peppery texture lays the groundwork, joined by baked bread, sesame, and a subtle red berry tang. Second Third: Golden honey and milky chocolate take center stage, layered with white pepper, sweet syrup, Raisinets, and cedar. A nostalgic note of Smarties candy creeps in, playful and unexpected. Final Third: The finale is floral and complex, with raspberry, raisin bread, passionfruit, tart fruit, horseradish, and chocolate weaving together. A bold raisin retrohale underscores this cigar’s complexity. Why It Belongs in Privada This cigar is a statement of identity . It represents what Privada is all about: finding the best tobaccos, collaborating with masters, and refusing to be boxed in by convention. It’s a Broadleaf experience unlike any other—steeped in history, aged to perfection, and curated exclusively for our members.
Size

2 x 52

Vitola

Torpedo

Wrapper

Connecticut Broadleaf

Binder

Nicaraguan

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"I love the Good Life in all its vitolas and this one is no exception. Great job Brian. I just ordered another 10" — Scott

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  • Scott

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    5/5

    I love the Good Life in all its vitolas and this one is no exception. Great job Brian. I just ordered another 10

    Mar 18, 2026

  • Carlos

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    5/5

    Delicious expression of a Connecticut broadleaf 🔥🔥🔥

    Feb 15, 2026

  • CUZZIN

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    5/5

    THE BEST DAMN CIGAR ON THE PLANET!!!!

    Dec 29, 2025

  • Joseph

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    5/5

    One of my all-time favorites!

    Dec 10, 2025

Cigar info

Brand
Privada Cigar Club
Line
The Good Life Torpedo Aged 3+
Vitola
Torpedo
Factory
J.C. Newman Cigar Co. (Nicaraguan Factory)
MSRP
$13.00
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