I was initially intimidated about this cigar. The name. The look and the sheer weight of the stick. I am not one for high nicotine cigars, and my initial impression was such. However, when I first lit the cigar, I found nice earthy nuances and cocoa characters. No nicotine strength, just rich flavours. I really enjoyed this cigar. Outside in the beautiful Canadian sunshine by the pool. I would buy a box of these.