Black Label Trading Co. Eletto Limited Edition

Black Label Trading Co. Eletto Limited Edition

James Brown’s creative vision reaches new heights with the Eletto Limited Edition, a box-pressed masterpiece that exemplifies the bold artistry of Black Label Trading Company. Handcrafted at Fabrica Oveja Negra in Estelí, Nicaragua, this limited production showcases Connecticut Broadleaf’s full potential wrapped around an Ecuadorian binder and robust Nicaraguan fillers, creating a medium to full-bodied experience that balances raw intensity with sophisticated refinement.

Key Features

• Premium Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper grown under direct sunlight
• Ecuadorian binder provides smooth structure and balance
• Box-pressed format ensures concentrated flavor and even combustion
• Three distinct vitolas showcase different facets of the blend
• Limited production in elegant 20-count boxes
• Crafted at the award-winning Fabrica Oveja Negra facility
• Bold yet balanced profile with dark chocolate and espresso dominance

The Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper immediately captures attention with its dark, oily appearance and rugged texture that promises depth and character. This sun-grown leaf, harvested through stalk-cropping methods where only 60% of leaves meet wrapper-grade standards, undergoes extensive fermentation that develops its signature sweetness alongside pronounced earth, chocolate, and coffee notes. The box-pressed construction adds visual elegance while concentrating flavors and ensuring optimal combustion throughout the smoking experience.

Upon lighting, the Eletto reveals its sophisticated personality through waves of dark chocolate and espresso complemented by a velvety, creamy texture that coats the palate. Gentle black pepper threads provide lift without harshness, while the Broadleaf’s natural sweetness rounds harsh edges. The profile progresses beautifully, introducing dark fruit notes, star anise complexity, and layers of spice that dance between intensity and refinement. Each vitola offers distinct expression: the Short Robusto delivers immediate richness and concentration, the Corona Gorda emphasizes spice and aromatic complexity, while the Toro extends the journey with lingering espresso-cocoa depth.

The marriage between Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper and Nicaraguan core tobaccos creates fascinating contrasts throughout the experience. The Ecuadorian binder serves as the perfect mediator, smoothing transitions and stabilizing the blend’s structure while allowing both wrapper and filler characteristics to shine. This careful balance, achieved through James Brown’s innovative blending philosophy at Fabrica Oveja Negra, results in what enthusiasts describe as reminiscent of Tabernacle or Mi Querida, where power and strength meet incredible balance and complexity.

Technical Specifications

Summary

• Box Count: 20
• Region: Nicaragua
• Strength: Medium to Full
• Binder: Ecuador
• Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf
• Filler: Nicaragua

What makes the Eletto Limited Edition special?

The Eletto showcases Connecticut Broadleaf’s full potential through box-pressed construction that concentrates flavors, offering dark chocolate and espresso richness balanced by subtle spice and creamy texture in an extremely limited production.

How does each vitola differ in the Eletto line?

The Short Robusto provides concentrated richness perfect for shorter sessions, the Corona Gorda emphasizes spice and aromatic complexity, while the Toro extends the experience with a longer progression showcasing espresso-cocoa depth.

What is Fabrica Oveja Negra?

Founded by James and Angela Brown in 2015, Fabrica Oveja Negra in Estelí won the 2023 Small/Medium Factory of the Year award, known for innovative blending and producing boutique cigars for Black Label Trading Company and Black Works Studio.

How does Connecticut Broadleaf affect the profile?

The sun-grown Broadleaf wrapper contributes bold flavors of cedar, earth, brown sugar, and nuts, with extended fermentation adding darkness, sweetness, and pronounced notes of chocolate and coffee that anchor the blend.

Is the Eletto suitable for newer smokers?

While well-balanced, the medium to full strength and intense retrohale make this better suited for experienced smokers who can appreciate complex, bold profiles without feeling overwhelmed.

What drinks pair well with the Eletto?

Espresso, American oak-forward bourbon, or semi-sweet porter complement the cocoa and espresso tones beautifully. The dark fruit notes also pair excellently with aged rum or port wine.

How does the box-pressed format affect smoking?

Box-pressing ensures even combustion, focused draw, and concentrated flavor delivery while providing comfortable grip and distinctive visual appeal that sets it apart from traditional round formats.

What can I expect from the smoking experience?

Expect a journey beginning with dark chocolate and espresso over creamy texture, evolving through subtle black pepper, dark fruits, star anise, and waves of spice, maintaining composed structure from first light to final ash.