Released every year in February since 2001, the Punch Rare Corojo blend features a Sumatra wrapper from Ecuador covering a Connecticut broadleaf binder and filler tobaccos from Dominican Republic, Honduras & NIcaragua. There were two new vitolas in this year’s release: a 6 x 52figurado vitola named Rare Lapiz that sells for $9.82 each in boxes of 10 and a 6 1/2 x 66 gordo known as El Diablo priced at $8.25 per cigar that comes packaged in boxes of 20. While the Rare Lapiz is a limited edition release for 2015, the El Diablo will continue to be a regular addition to the Rare Corojo line after this year. “Punch Rare Corojo started the trend of seasonal cigars, and each year, we’re pleased with the response to this annual collection,” said Ed McKenna, senior brand manager for Punch, in a press release. “Given the range of frontmarks and the addition of Rare Lapiz to this year’s lineup, we are confident that Punch Rare Corojo will sell out quickly.” All of the Punch Rare Corojo cigars are rolled at STG Danlí in Honduras, and retailers will only be able to order them until May 15, or until stock is depleted. There are six different vitolas in ...
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