Blackened M81 Toro by Drew Estate is a dark, powerful, and masterfully blended cigar that embodies the spirit of collaboration between Drew Estate, Metallica’s James Hetfield, and BLACKENED American Whiskey’s Rob Dietrich. Handcrafted at La Gran Fábrica Drew Estate in Estelí, Nicaragua, this cigar is a celebration of craftsmanship, music, and intensity—built for aficionados who crave bold flavor and perfect balance.
This 6 x 52 Toro is a true all-Maduro masterpiece, featuring a rich and oily Mexican San Andrés Maduro wrapper, a hearty Connecticut River Valley Broadleaf Maduro binder, and a complex blend of Nicaraguan and Pennsylvania Broadleaf Maduro fillers. Together, they create a full-bodied experience that’s deep, robust, and perfectly smooth.
The flavor profile opens with strong notes of espresso, dark cocoa, and black pepper, evolving into layers of molasses, oak, and earthy sweetness. Midway through, a creamy texture and subtle spice emerge, carrying into a long, powerful finish with impeccable balance and construction.
Country of Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Maduro
Binder: Connecticut River Valley Broadleaf Maduro
Filler: Nicaraguan and Pennsylvania Broadleaf Maduro
Size: 6 x 52 (Toro)
Cigars per Box: 20
Rating: 93 (Cigar Journal)
Rich, intense, and immaculately crafted, Blackened M81 Toro delivers a bold yet refined maduro experience—perfect for smokers who appreciate deep, complex flavors and the unmistakable power of Drew Estate’s signature blending artistry.