There have been many celebrity cigars in the past, and unfortunately, they don’t have the best reputation. Most of the time, it is just some famous person attaching their name to a cigar they rarely smoke. However, last year everything changed. While good celebrity cigars do exist, they are usually few and far between. But 2022 brought something very special in a perfect partnership. I am speaking of one of then the Knuckle Sandwich Habano Toro by Espinosa Cigars and Guy Fieri. Rated #9 in top cigars by Cigar Snob and #23 by Cigar Aficionado, this Habano brought something truly special to the cigar game. Unbeknownst to many, Guy Fieri is a huge cigar fan, and his relationship with Erik Espinosa has only field the fire!
Originally released in the Habano and Maduro format, Knuckle Sandwich started gaining notoriety everywhere. Now, Espinosa has added to the line with a Connecticut shade. Erik’s strong suit has always been Habano wrappers, but what does that look like seen through the lens of Guy Fieri? The result: a beautifully crafted 6×54 Habano with transitions, complexity, and rich flavor – or in essence, it takes you to flavor town. However, finding them available proves challenging. They usually move quickly due to the high demand. While Knuckle Sandwich is not a limited line, it tends to take that form.
In terms of flavor, the Habano is a medium strength, edging to medium plus with an initial spice on light up. Notes of white pepper, caramel, toasted nuts, cedar, and creamy sweetness follow. This is a winner to pair with whiskey or even coffee. Perhaps try a pumpkin pie on the side? Bring out more pumpkin spice, sweetness, and pie crust from the cigar. However, you want to smoke it it is up to you. The Espinosa Knuckle Sandwich Habano Toro by Espinosa Cigars and Guy Fieri is now available at OGT and ready for you to pick it up!