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Ecuadorian Connecticut leaf grown in Ecuador, is thicker by nature and darker in color. The tobacco-growing regions of Ecuador are misty, eliminating the need for cloth under which the tobacco would be grown. These natural valley mists produce a tobacco leaf that is silky in appearance, oily to the touch, and a slight step up in flavor and strength. Ecuador Connecticut wrappers tend to be richer, with a creamy, slightly nutty element. These characteristics make it the perfect fit for a bolder filler blend, thus, it is very possible to produce a medium or full-bodied cigar with an Ecuador Connecticut wrapper.

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Corojo used to be the standard wrapper leaf from the Caribbean area that was prized for its spice, oiliness and silkiness. Between 1930 and 1990, Corojo was used in virtually all Caribbean cigars, regardless of brand or factory. Although Corojo went out of style after the 90s, it made a huge comeback in the 2000s and it is still considered the most aromatic and flavorful wrapper in the business, nowadays more and more grown again in the Dominican Republic and perfect for medium bodied cigars.

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The San Andres valley in Veracruz, Mexico, is the largest supplier of Mexican wrapper tobacco. The combination of fertile volcanic soil and the humid climate in the valley creates an ideal environment for these uniquely flavored San Andres Maduro wrappers. These wrappers have both sweet and spicy nuttiness. The more common dark San Andres Maduro variety has subtle notes described as woody, clay and toasty. It balances perfectly with fillers and binders from the Dominican Republic.