When the pure Nicaraguan contents of this edition are encased in a very dark, oily Brazilian maduro wrapper it seems as thought the needle on the taste meter moves to the higher end of the scale. Starting off in medium bodied range, this stick quickly elevates in strength and intensity as you move along. Oddly enough, its strength is is tempered with coolness….but strong it definitely is. Origin - Nicaragua Filler - Nicaraguan Binder - Nicaraguan Wrapper Type - Brazilian