Muestra de Saka

The Muestra de Saka represents the pinnacle of Steve Saka’s blending artistry – an extremely limited ultra-premium cigar line that showcases his exceptional talent and creativity. Handcrafted at the legendary Joya de Nicaragua factory in Esteli, Nicaragua, each release in this exclusive series presents a unique expression of tobacco craftsmanship.

Concept & Presentation

The Muestra de Saka line serves as Saka’s personal laboratory, where he explores concepts outside his normal comfort zone. Each limited edition release comes in elegant 7-count boxes with individual cigars packaged in their own cedar coffins, displaying the brand and logo proudly down the center. This meticulous presentation reflects the premium nature of these exceptional cigars.

Core Blend Characteristics

The standard Muestra de Saka blend features filler tobaccos from all four primary Nicaraguan growing regions: Jalapa, Condega, Ometepe, and Estelí. This creates a delectably complex full-bodied profile that swirls between sweet cream and spicy pepper throughout the smoking experience, delivering a pleasantly dynamic journey for the palate.

Available Expressions

#NLMTHA Lancero (7″ x 38)

Created despite Saka’s well-known dislike for the lancero format, the #NLMTHA (“Now Leave Me The Hell Alone”) features a Dark Habano wrapper and delivers notes of cedar, cinnamon, earth, and unsweetened cocoa that evolve into bittersweet chocolate and espresso. With an exceptional draw rarely found in lanceros, this elegant, sophisticated, and refined cigar offers a balanced medium-full bodied experience with remarkable complexity.

Unstolen Valor (6″ x 52 Toro)

Unlike other Muestra releases, this blend was created by Sr. Raul Disla, Master Cigar Maker at NACSA. It offers a journey through different expressions of peppercorn – from green to Tellicherry black to white – all while maintaining a harmonious cedar-like sweetness. Additional flavor notes include vegetal sensations, unsweetened cream, chocolate, and black licorice, delivered with perfect balance and a surprisingly smooth character despite its spicy nature.

Nacatamale

Created in “viejo granja” (old farm) style, the Nacatamale uses tobacco from just one farm – a traditional approach rarely seen in modern cigar making. Despite this self-imposed limitation, Saka has created an exceptionally flavorful cigar with satisfying spice and a tantalizing finish. The smoking experience begins with black pepper, chocolate, and leather, transitioning to a silky, gravy-like creaminess complemented by nutty woodiness and finishing with savory, earthy notes reminiscent of roasted mushrooms.

Craftsmanship & Quality

Each Muestra de Saka cigar exemplifies the highest standards of construction, featuring excellent draws, even burns, and impressive ash retention. While individual releases may have specific characteristics, all deliver the premium smoking experience expected from Steve Saka’s creations, with meticulous attention to detail evident in every aspect of these cigars.

The Muestra de Saka series stands as a testament to Steve Saka’s mastery of tobacco blending and his commitment to pushing the boundaries of cigar craftsmanship. These limited edition releases offer cigar enthusiasts the opportunity to experience truly unique expressions that showcase the art of premium cigar making at its