La Flor Dominicana Double Press

La Flor Dominicana Double Press

La Flor Dominicana Double Press is a full bodied, medium to full strength box pressed cigar from master blender Litto Gomez that has achieved cult status for its intense flavor, sharp craftsmanship, and distinctive double pressing technique. Blended at Tabacalera La Flor in the Dominican Republic using tobaccos grown on Gomez’s own farm, the Double Press delivers rich notes of chocolate, cedar, coffee, and pepper in a striking rectangular format that feels as good in the hand as it does on the palate.

Key benefits and features

• Signature double pressing technique: Each cigar is pressed twice during production, creating crisp edges, a dense pack, and a clean burn that distinguishes Double Press from conventional parejo and single press cigars.
• Farm to factory Dominican tobacco: Binder and filler tobaccos are grown on La Flor Dominicana’s own estates in the Dominican Republic, giving Litto Gomez complete control over quality and character from seed to finished cigar.
• Ecuadorian Habano wrapper: A smooth, oily Ecuadorian Habano leaf provides a rich, slightly sweet backbone with cedar, citrus, coffee, and pepper complexity that defines the flagship Double Press profile.
• Box pressed presentation: The rectangular shape sits comfortably between the fingers and burns with razor sharp lines, appealing to smokers who appreciate precision craftsmanship and a controlled, concentrated draw.
• Limited production premium cigar: Produced in limited quantities at La Flor’s Dominican factory, Double Press is not an everyday mass market release but a sought after option for experienced smokers who want LFD pedigree in a specialized format.
• Flavor forward, medium to full bodied profile: Delivers layered chocolate, earth, coffee, cedar, citrus, and pepper notes that evolve across the smoke without ever turning harsh, even as the strength builds through the final third.

Detailed description

Litto Gomez built La Flor Dominicana on a simple principle: grow the best tobacco you can, then blend and roll it with obsessive attention to detail. Double Press lives up to that philosophy by taking premium Dominican binder and filler leaves from Gomez’s own farms and pairing them with a silky, oily Ecuadorian Habano wrapper, then pressing the finished cigar twice during production to achieve the tight pack, crisp edges, and consistent burn that define the line. The result is a cigar that looks custom cut before it even hits the cedar.

The pre light experience sets expectations high. The Ecuadorian Habano wrapper shows off a milk chocolate to cinnamon brown color with moderate oil and a clean seam, while the foot delivers aromas of cedar, earth, cocoa, and hay. The cold draw is firm but open, offering hints of sweet cedar, dark chocolate, and a touch of pepper spice that preview the opening puffs.

From first light, Double Press comes out with assertive body and flavor. The opening third leans on cedar, earthy espresso, dry cocoa, and black pepper, with a thick, oily smoke output that coats the palate without smothering it. The retrohale picks up red pepper and citrus zest, adding lift to the darker base notes. As the burn advances into the second third, the pepper settles into the background and milk chocolate, coffee, and a sweet cedar character step forward, balanced by leather and a touch of baking spice. The final third brings the strength and body to their peaks, with chocolate, charred wood, espresso, and pepper tightening into a focused, flavorful finish that rewards a slow pace. Construction is characteristic LFD quality, offering a straight burn, firm ash, and an easy draw from light to nub.

Specs

Summary

• Region: Dominican Republic
• Strength: Medium to full
• Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano
• Binder: Dominican Republic
• Filler: Dominican Republic
• Shape: Box pressed Toro, 6 x 52

What makes the Double Press different from other La Flor Dominicana cigars?

Double Press is pressed twice during production rather than once, creating a denser pack, crisper edges, and a more controlled burn than standard box pressed or parejo formats, while using Gomez’s own farm grown Dominican binder and filler under a silky Ecuadorian Habano wrapper for a signature LFD flavor profile.

How strong is La Flor Dominicana Double Press?

Double Press is medium to full bodied in flavor and strength, starting assertive and building through the final third, making it best suited for experienced smokers who are comfortable with powerful, flavor forward cigars that do not mellow out on the nub.

What flavors should I expect from Double Press?

Expect layered notes of cedar, dark chocolate, espresso, cocoa, leather, citrus zest, and black pepper, with an oily, thick smoke output and a retrohale that carries red pepper and bright citrus lift above the darker earth and coffee base.

Who is Litto Gomez and why does his name matter?

Litto Gomez is the founder and master blender of La Flor Dominicana, a Dominican born former jeweler who became one of the most respected figures in the premium cigar industry by growing his own tobacco, running his own factory, and consistently producing bold, distinctive cigars that push flavor and strength boundaries.

How should I store La Flor Dominicana Double Press?

Store at 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and roughly 68 to 72 degrees Fahrenheit in a stable humidor, which preserves the Ecuadorian Habano wrapper’s natural oils, protects the box pressed shape, and allows the flavors to continue marrying over time.

What drinks pair well with Double Press?

Full bodied bourbon, aged rum, dark espresso, single malt scotch with sherry cask influence, or a rich porter or stout all complement the cigar’s chocolate, coffee, cedar, and pepper profile without getting overshadowed by its intensity.

When is the best time to smoke a Double Press?

The Double Press is a dedicated, flavor forward cigar that rewards a slow evening pace or weekend afternoon session when you can give it the 75 to 90 minutes needed to fully appreciate the transitions between first, middle, and final thirds.

Is Double Press suitable for beginners?

Not really. The medium to full strength, building nicotine, and bold flavor profile are better appreciated by smokers who already have some experience with Dominican ligero heavy blends and box pressed formats, while newer smokers may find it overwhelming on an empty stomach.