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The Knuckle Sandwich Maduro Toro is a 6 x 54 box-pressed toro with an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper over Nicaraguan binder and filler from AJ Fernandez’s San Lotano factory. Cigar Coop gave it 90 points in March 2023, and we sell it as singles.
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Description
The Knuckle Sandwich Maduro Toro is a 6 x 54 box-pressed toro, called the Toro H in Espinosa’s lineup, with a dark Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper around a Nicaraguan binder and filler. It was the largest of the blend’s three launch sizes, before Espinosa added a 6 x 60 Gordo in 2023.
What It Tastes Like
Cigar Coop smoked this size for a March 2023 review, gave it 90 points and a “Buy One” verdict, and rated both strength and body medium-full. Mocha took the lead from the first puffs, backed by red licorice, earth, minerals and red pepper, with black pepper showing on the retrohale. By the last third the mocha had stepped back and earth and pepper were in charge. The outlet later ranked it No. 18 on its 2023 Cigar of the Year countdown.
Who It’s For
- Maduro fans wanting the darker Knuckle Sandwich blend in a longer size.
- Robusto smokers who want more time: this toro adds an inch and two ring sizes over the 5 x 52 Maduro Robusto.
- Box-press lovers who like a squared-off cigar in hand.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- 90 points from Cigar Coop (March 2023), plus a No. 18 spot on its 2023 countdown
- Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper over all-Nicaraguan binder and filler
- Cigar Coop’s review cigar burned evenly with few touch-ups
Cons
- The draw struck Cigar Coop’s reviewer as looser than he likes
- Possibly too bold for mild-cigar smokers
About Knuckle Sandwich Maduro
Per Cigar Coop (January 2022), Guy Fieri’s Knuckle Sandwich brand became a cigar line developed with Erik Espinosa, and Espinosa Cigars handles distribution. The Maduro was one of two launch blends, and halfwheel notes it carries a red ribbon at the foot, which sets it apart from the Habano. halfwheel adds that the letter in each official size name honors someone important to Fieri.
Compare Similar Cigars
- Knuckle Sandwich Habano Toro: the same 6 x 54 toro dimensions, wrapped in Ecuadorian Habano instead of Sumatra.
- Knuckle Sandwich Maduro Robusto: this Maduro blend in a shorter 5 x 52 robusto.
- Knuckle Sandwich Maduro Gordo: the same Sumatra-wrapped blend at a thicker 6 x 60, added in 2023.
Knuckle Sandwich Maduro Toro FAQ
How strong is the Knuckle Sandwich Maduro Toro?
Sources differ. Cigar Coop rated its strength and body medium-full in March 2023, Stogie Press called this size medium in April 2022, and Neptune Cigar describes it as full-bodied.
Is the Knuckle Sandwich Maduro Toro box-pressed?
Yes. Cigar Coop describes the whole Maduro line as box-pressed, and Stogie Press remarked on the sharp, square press of this 6 x 54 size.
Where is Knuckle Sandwich Maduro made?
halfwheel and Cigar Coop report that it is rolled at AJ Fernandez’s San Lotano factory in Ocotal, Nicaragua.
Want to try another Espinosa cigar after this toro? Browse what we carry on our Espinosa cigars page.
Additional information
| Packaging Type | Single |
|---|---|
| Strength | Medium-Full |
| Origin | |
| Wrapper | Ecuadorian Sumatra |
| Binder | Nicaragua |
| Filler | Nicaragua |
| Length | 6" |
| Gauge | 54 |
