Casdagli Cypher 3311 Needle

Casdagli Cypher 3311 Needle

• Dimensions: 7 1/2 × 38 (Lancero)
• Origin: Costa Rica (IGM factory)
• Wrapper: Ecuador
• Citrus reel: Ecuador
• Eggplant core: Nicaragua, Dominican Republic, Peru, USA
• Leaf aging: Average 5 years or more

Needle is the most demanding rolling model in the Cypher 3311 series, employing the elegant yet highly challenging 7 1/2 × 38 Lancero gauge. Its name, "Needle," originates from a code term used by Bletchley Park, the Allied intelligence analysis agency during World War II, symbolizing precision, sharpness, and intense focus. Unlike other larger ring gauge models in the series, Needle maximizes the aroma contribution of the wrapper through an extremely narrow burn cross-section. This is a masterpiece blend created specifically for discerning connoisseurs who appreciate subtle evolution and the ability to precisely capture the nuances of different regions.

Initial notes: Due to the exceptionally high wrapper ratio of Lancero, the initial flavor profile is centered around the oily sweetness of the Ecuadorian wrapper. It presents fresh notes of cedarwood, white pepper, and subtle hay aromas. The smoke is highly focused, with each puff possessing an elegant, penetrating quality. Mid-section: As combustion progresses, the power of Pennsylvania broadleaf and Peruvian tobacco is highly concentrated within the narrow filler space. Complex layers of caramel, cinnamon, and roasted nuts are clearly perceptible. The 38 ring gauge makes the flavor evolution exceptionally active, with aromas that leap and dance in the mouth, showcasing a dynamism rarely seen in the series. Finish: As we move into the final stages, the flavors shift to deep leather, dark chocolate, and a warm, earthy character. Thanks to the leaves' aging process of over 5 years, even in the heat-prone finish of the Lancer, the smoke remains remarkably pure and cool, leaving a mineral-tinged and remarkably crisp woody aftertaste.

• The ultimate Lancer art: The 7 1/2 × 38 physical structure concentrates the flavor to an extreme. This size requires extremely high rolling technology to ensure smooth draw resistance and a flat burn line even in an extremely long cigarette.
• The blending logic dominated by the eggplant wrapper: Due to its smaller ring diameter, the flavor of the eggplant wrapper plays a decisive role in the overall tasting experience, making the Cypher 3311 series' signature four-origin blends lean more towards sweetness and floral notes.
• A tribute to an intelligence epic: each Needle is a tribute to the keen insight of intelligence analysts. Its slender form contrasts sharply with its profound inner flavor, lending a unique ritualistic quality to the appreciation process.
• A more advanced choice for seasoned diners: During the approximately 70-80 minute tasting process, the flavor profile is steep and clear, making it an excellent choice for training taste sensitivity and deeply experiencing Casdagli's blending logic.

Casdagli Cypher 3311 Needle is a profound dialogue about precision and elegance. With its slender form, it carries the weight of World War II intelligence history, presenting you with a dramatic and penetrating saga of premium tobacco for every moment requiring focus and keen insight.