Ezra Zion The Texas Hand Saw Massacre ’22
Step into vintage boutique excellence with Ezra Zion The Texas Hand Saw Massacre ’22—a microbatch cigar crafted from extraordinarily aged tobaccos, some as old as 17 years. This 6×52 classic toro features a silky-sweet Connecticut wrapper and a closely guarded secret binder and filler blend, delivering an ultra-sophisticated, full-bodied yet medium-strength experience. Only 390 cigars were produced, making this a true collector’s treasure for fans of ultra-aged, dessert-style blends and Ezra Zion’s legendary creativity.
Key Benefits & Features
- Ultra-limited microbatch: only 390 cigars produced
- 6×52 classic toro format for a balanced, slow burn
- Silky, sweet-aged Connecticut wrapper
- Secret binder/filler blend—all tobaccos aged 7 to 17 years
- Full-bodied with medium strength: smooth, rich, and supremely complex
- Retro-themed packaging celebrating vintage leaf and boutique craft
- Exceptionally aromatic, with flavor notes evolving through sweetness, spice, chocolate, coffee, and more
Detailed Description
The Texas Hand Saw Massacre ’22 draws from the oldest aging vaults in Ezra Zion’s library—focusing on leaves with extreme maturity. Upon lighting, expect an opening of vanilla bean, whipped cream, dark chocolate, black pepper, amaretto, clove, dried fruit, and nutmeg. The middle transitions to caramel, roasted nuts, toffee, coffee, cinnamon, dark leather, and aged tobacco “funk.” In the final third, prepare for waves of milk chocolate, nougat, red oak, hot chocolate, graham cracker, butter, and sugar cane. Each puff offers a creamy mouthfeel and monumental complexity, rewarding slow, patient enjoyment right down to the nub.
Because of the age and fragility of these special tobaccos, burn may be quirky and ash may not hold, but the flavors are said to be “freaking unbelievable.” In true Ezra Zion fashion, the Texas Hand Saw Massacre ’22 is a flavor bomb—crafted for those who demand something rare, creative, and deeply satisfying from their boutique collection.
Specifications
| Vitola | Toro (6 x 52) |
|---|---|
| Wrapper | Connecticut (aged, sweet, silky) |
| Binder/Filler | Undisclosed (all tobaccos aged 7–17 years) |
| Country of Manufacture | Not specified (typically Nicaragua for Ezra Zion) |
| Body/Strength | Full-bodied, medium strength |
| Total Production | 390 cigars |
Summary
Box Count:
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Strength: Medium/Full
Binder: Undisclosed, aged 7–17 years
Wrapper: Connecticut (extra-aged)
Filler: Undisclosed, aged 7–17 years
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Texas Hand Saw Massacre ’22 cigars were produced?
Only 390 cigars were made, making it an ultra-limited microbatch.
What tobaccos are used in this blend?
Connecticut wrapper, secret binder and filler—all tobaccos aged 7–17 years for vintage complexity.
What flavors and transitions should I expect?
Starts with vanilla, whipped cream, dark chocolate, and amaretto; moves to caramel, coffee, roasted nuts, and aged tobacco funk; ends with milk chocolate, nougat, graham cracker, butter, and sugar cane.
Is the cigar full-bodied or strong?
It is full-bodied in flavor but medium in strength, offering richness without harshness.
Is this a recurring release?
No, the ’22 edition is a one-off microbatch due to the limited aged tobaccos used.
What’s special about the packaging?
Retro-inspired design, highlighting the vintage character and boutique artistry of the release.
Does it have good construction?
Yes, but due to aged leaves, ash may not always hold long—this is a trade-off for maximum flavor from rare tobaccos.
Who should try this cigar?
Collectors, fans of dessert-style and ultra-aged cigars, and those seeking the most unique boutique experiences.








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