Smoking the 601 Blue Label Maduro (6.2 x 54, Box Pressed) delivers a bold, full-bodied experience right from the start. The first few draws bring a peppery kick, balanced by deep earthy notes. As it progresses, dark chocolate and espresso become more pronounced, with a touch of sweetness from the Maduro wrapper. The box-pressed construction ensures an effortless draw, producing thick, flavorful smoke.
The burn is mostly even, with minor touch-ups here and there, but nothing that takes away from the experience. As the cigar develops, the spice mellows, allowing the chocolate and espresso to shine through in the final third.
A smooth yet complex Maduro that’s well-balanced and deserving of its 90+ rating—definitely one to keep in the humidor!
A box-press beauty from Erik Espinosa.
As if 601 Serie wasn't good enough, Erik Espinosa decided to raise the bar with this maduro-wrapped lovely finished in box-pressed format. On the outside, a dark Nicaraguan maduro glistens with oils and boasts a mouthwatering, toothy texture. Inside, a robust blend of aged Cuban-seed long-leaf tobaccos marries to promote a rich, medium to full-bodied profile layered with satisfying flavors.
Expect a classic combination of earth and coffee complemented by a touch of spice on the finish. Naturally, quality is top-notch with each slow-burning cigar, so sit back and savor this impressive super-premium. Stack 601 up against any other box-pressed maduro on the market — we're sure you'll be pleasantly surprised.
601 Blue Label Maduro received a healthy, 93-point rating, which noted: "A thick, box-pressed cigar with a triple-seam cap and dark, clean wrapper. The substantial draw layers the palate with a chewy, complex smoke full of dark-roasted espresso bean flavours, touches of almond, and caramel."
Light up : peppery, chocolatey, citrus burn in the mouth.
1st. Retrohale is strong but has a slight vanilla finish to it.
2nd. No change
3rd. No change but the nicotine got stronger 8/10.
Box pressed version. Good smoke, though maduros aren't really my jam