La Barba Ricochet Limited Release Oscuro
Discover a new dimension of boutique flavor with the La Barba Ricochet Limited Release Oscuro—a bold lancero limited to just 100 bundles of 10 cigars. Crafted in Nicaragua and based on the never-before-released Ricochet blend, the Oscuro features a dark, USA-grown Mexican San Andres maduro wrapper over an Indonesian binder and a diverse filler blend from the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, and Pennsylvania. Expect a medium-full bodied journey, packed with complexity and nuanced transitions from pepper and dark fruit to cocoa, earth, and subtle sweetness.
Key Benefits & Features
- Ultra-limited: only 100 bundles of 10 (1,000 cigars total) produced
- Mexican San Andres Maduro wrapper (USA-grown) for bold richness
- Indonesian binder and fillers from the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Pennsylvania
- Medium-full bodied lancero profile—bold yet nuanced
- Developed from the original Ricochet blend, never released until now
- Complex flavor profile: pepper, dark fruit, cocoa, earth, molasses, and subtle sweetness
- Long, elegant 7 x 40 size for slow burn and flavor clarity
- Strong construction and an easy, consistent draw for enjoyable smoking
Detailed Description
The La Barba Ricochet Oscuro Lancero is a masterclass in blending for those who crave depth and intensity in a slender, sophisticated vitola. Like its Claro sibling, the Oscuro was born from a never-released Ricochet prototype and crafted in Nicaragua for only the most dedicated enthusiasts. The cigar features a US-grown Mexican San Andres Maduro wrapper—thick, oily, and bursting with bold, earthy richness.
Underneath, an Indonesian binder and a well-calibrated mix of Dominican, Nicaraguan, and Pennsylvania long-fillers add layers of pepper, baking spice, dark fruit, and cocoa. As the burn progresses, sweetness and molasses mingle with earthy undertones, culminating in a deliciously complex finish that both challenges and rewards the palate.
Only 1,000 cigars exist in this format, and the construction and draw are equally impressive—ensuring the slow, even burn required to enjoy the lancero’s full potential. Perfect for seasoned cigar lovers and boutique collectors, the Oscuro delivers an experience that’s as bold as it is refined. Don’t miss out on securing this rare piece of La Barba history for your humidor!
Specifications
| Vitola | Lancero (7 x 40) |
|---|---|
| Wrapper | Mexican San Andres Maduro (USA-grown) |
| Binder | Indonesia |
| Filler | Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Pennsylvania |
| Country of Manufacture | Nicaragua |
| Body/Strength | Medium-Full |
| Box Count | 10 |
| Total Production | 100 bundles (1,000 cigars) |
Summary
Box Count: 10
Region: Nicaragua
Strength: Medium-Full
Binder: Indonesia
Wrapper: Mexican San Andres Maduro (USA-grown)
Filler: Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Pennsylvania
Frequently Asked Questions
How many La Barba Ricochet Oscuro Lanceros were produced?
Only 100 bundles of 10 cigars (1,000 cigars total) were made for this small-batch lancero release.
What makes the Oscuro different from the Claro?
The Oscuro uses a dark, thick Mexican San Andres maduro wrapper for bold, earthy, cocoa-driven richness—compared to the Claro’s creamier, milder profile.
What are the key flavor notes?
Expect complex transitions of pepper, dark fruit, cocoa, earth, and subtle molasses sweetness throughout the smoke.
How is the construction and burn?
Praised for strong, even construction and a draw that maximizes the lancero’s flavor clarity and slow-burning performance.
What is the wrapper origin?
It’s a USA-grown Mexican San Andres maduro, selected for its aromatic oiliness and full flavor.
Who is this cigar ideal for?
Designed for boutique collectors and seasoned aficionados who appreciate bold, nuanced profiles in a classic lancero shape.
What size is the Oscuro lancero?
It is a 7 x 40 lancero, delivering elongated, elegant flavor progression.
What makes this release rare?
The Oscuro is based on an unreleased blend and was produced in only 1,000 cigars total—making it an ultra-limited boutique cigar.






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