LCA Plus June 2025
All Puerto Rican. All Rare. A true cigar of the island—every leaf was grown, aged, and rolled in Puerto Rico—making it the first entirely Puerto Rican cigar released nationally in the US in over three decades. One Crop, One Island, One Cigar: 9,000 cigars produced; all from a single harvest at Finca Neo Jibaro, where wrapper, binder, and filler were grown side by side for a pure expression of Puerto Rican terroir. Art with Roots: Tito Calavera, co-founder of Club del Turro and a pivotal figure in Puerto Rico's cultural renaissance, infuses Rice n Beans with artwork that echoes the island's rich cigar-making traditions. His pieces, inspired by vintage cigar labels and the vibrant spirit of Puerto Rican identity, serve as a visual homage to the island's tobacco legacy. A Personal Dream Realized: For Privada Cigar Club founder, Brian Desind, Puerto Rican culture wasn’t something he studied, it was part of his everyday life growing up in New York and Allentown. Rice n Beans is the cigar he’s been waiting years to make real. Crafted with Purpose: Hand rolled at Club del Turro by master blenders devoted to preserving heritage and authentic flavor. Unique Island Flavor: Expect earthy sweetness, tropical spice, and a creamy, smooth finish only Puerto Rican tobacco can deliver.