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The Liga Privada No. 9 Robusto is a 5 x 54 Drew Estate cigar with a Connecticut River Valley broadleaf wrapper, Brazilian Mata Fina binder and Nicaraguan and Honduran filler, rolled at La Gran Fábrica Drew Estate in Nicaragua. It brings the original Liga Privada blend to a classic robusto format, and we sell it as singles.
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Description
The Liga Privada No. 9 Robusto is a 5 x 54 robusto with a dark Connecticut River Valley broadleaf wrapper, a Brazilian Mata Fina binder and a filler of Nicaraguan and Honduran leaf. It puts the original Liga Privada blend into a shorter session.
What It Tastes Like
Drew Estate calls the No. 9 blend full-bodied, with a meaty, earthy core, espresso and a lingering finish. Neptune Cigar, a retailer, puts the Robusto at medium-full, with a sweet edge plus cocoa and coffee.
Who It’s For
- Broadleaf fans who want the No. 9 without a six-inch commitment.
- Seasoned smokers comfortable with a heavier, darker profile.
- Liga Privada explorers comparing the No. 9, T52 and H99 robustos.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- The full No. 9 recipe in five inches
- A Connecticut River Valley broadleaf wrapper on a blend Drew Estate says is built from dark-air-cured leaves
Cons
- Full body may be too much for newer smokers
- The thick 54 ring may not please fans of slimmer sizes
About the Liga Privada No. 9
Drew Estate launched Liga Privada in 2007, and the No. 9 was its first blend. Its name comes from the ninth of nine broadleaf trial blends, the one that became the favorite. Drew Estate says the line’s tobacco ferments 18 to 36 months.
Pairing and Storage
Drew Estate pairs the No. 9 with aged bourbon, or root beer if you’d rather skip alcohol. For more full-bodied matches, such as a peated single malt or an aged rum, browse our cigar and drink pairing guide.
Compare Similar Cigars
- Liga Privada No. 9 Toro: the identical blend stretched to 6 x 52.
- Liga Privada T52 Robusto: same 5 x 54 size under a Connecticut Habano wrapper Drew Estate ties to caramel.
- Liga Privada H99 Robusto: a 5 x 54 with a hybrid Corojo-Habano wrapper and Mexican binder.
Liga Privada No. 9 Robusto FAQ
How strong is the Liga Privada No. 9 Robusto?
Sources differ. Drew Estate rates the No. 9 blend full-bodied, while retailer Neptune Cigar places the Robusto at medium-full.
What size is the No. 9 Robusto?
Drew Estate lists it at 5 inches long with a 54 ring gauge.
How is the No. 9 Robusto different from the T52 Robusto?
The wrapper. The No. 9 wears Connecticut River Valley broadleaf, while the T52 uses stalk-cut Connecticut Habano. Per Drew Estate, both share the 5 x 54 size, Brazilian binder and Nicaraguan-Honduran filler.
Where is the Liga Privada No. 9 Robusto made?
At La Gran Fábrica Drew Estate in Nicaragua, in a room the company reserves for Liga Privada.
Find the rest of the family on our Liga Privada cigars page or the wider Drew Estate collection.
Additional information
| Packaging Type | Single |
|---|---|
| Origin | |
| Strength | Full |
| Wrapper | Connecticut Broadleaf |
| Binder | Brazilian Mata Fina |
| Filler | Honduras, Nicaragua |
| Length | 5" |
| Gauge | 54 |
