Rocky Patel Fifty-Five

Rocky Patel has been cranking out hits for years, and the release of the Rocky Patel Fifty-Five cigar in 2016 shows he isn't planning on slowing down. Long ago and not so far away, stretching back to the Indian Tabac era for you long-time fanatics, Patel was known for releasing excellent smokes that were not so easy to find. Then he blew the doors off the biz and suddenly Rocky Patel smokes were anywhere and everywhere, as we're sure you can tell. The Fifty-Five, created in celebration of his birthday of the same number, is a journey back to Rocky's roots. Part of his Artisan Series, and thus in actual limited release, this fine smoke if crafted of the finest Nicaraguan and Costa Rican tobaccos for a taste both familiar and fantastic. (Shop all Rocky Patel Cigars) Some may complain about Rocky's penchant for creating a huge number of different cigars, but there are many benefits to such a business move. From access to a tremendous variety of the best longleaf available to attracting the most skilled blenders, there's no doubt Patel has poured his all into the Rocky Patel Fifty-Five. Sturdy and stout, this Habano-wrapped vitola is a masterclass in cigar-rolling, each size carrying a ring gauge of fifty-five. Once aflame, each coffee-colored stick will deliver to the palate a wealth of flavor. From the woody, peppery beginning to a creamy spicy-sweet middle and on to the leather and earth-filled finale, this medium to full strength cigar is a cause for celebration. It doesn't matter whether you're an old fan of Rocky's cigars or are just now beginning to explore his various smokes, the Rocky Patel Fifty-Five might be the beginning to a new appreciation of the man. Rich in character and full of surprises, like Patel himself, this stogie is a great way to kickstart the next phase in your life. Even if that's just moving from the dinner table to your favorite smoking chair in front of the TV.