Macanudo Ecuadorian Shade Gordo

Macanudo Ecuadorian Shade Gigante

Macanudo built this one to be an easy, approachable entry point into a brand with decades of 90+ rated releases behind it. A golden-brown Ecuadorian Shade wrapper gives it a smooth, refined character, laid over a U.S. Broadleaf binder and a core of Dominican Piloto Cubano, Olor, and Nicaraguan tobacco from Condega and Estelí. It's hand rolled at the renowned STG Estelí factory in Nicaragua, box-pressed for a comfortable hold.

The Gigante's big ring gauge is built for maximum downtime, delivering an effortless, ultra-cool draw that stretches the mellow to medium-bodied profile out even further. Expect toasted nuts, vanilla, and subtle spice up front, settling into sweet honey and rich cream. It's smooth enough for a first-time smoker but layered enough to keep a seasoned palate interested, the pick for whenever you've got real time to relax.

Size: 6 x 60
Strength: Mellow to Medium