Flying Pig

The flying pig is a rare animal indeed. This special vitola of the Liga Privada No. 9 cigar by Drew Estate is a puro blended especially for Steve Saka, the president of Drew Estate Cigars. Liga Privada is unlike most other Drew Estate cigars in that it is not botanically infused. The Liga Privada line (translated to private blend) was originally blended as the house blend for the executive staff, not inteded to be released to the public. But as is tradition in the cigar world, private blends quickly become very popular retail blends.

MHCS member Sean won a box (12) at a cigar dinner at Del Frisco's, and knowing that I"m a fan of slightly fuller bodied cigars, he has gifted me with several of these little guys. The first time I lit one up, it was with the thought that I just didn't have enough time for a robusto or toro, but the compact shape and size is somewhat misleading. Much like the NUB, this cigar smokes much longer than anticipated. It is medium to full bodied, with a nice lush Nicaraguan smoke. It lacks some of the spice that I like in a fuller bodied cigar, but has notes of black cherry and licorice instead. Once you get past the tight tapered end, the cigar really opens up with a pleasant draw and nice feel.