# A Connecticut with Unexpected Fire - Today's Smokes Group

As someone who doesn't typically favor Connecticuts, I was pleasantly surprised by the Drew Estate Blackened S84 Shade to Black, finding its robust, spicy, and creamy profile—likely due to that Nicaraguan Maduro filler—to be genuinely enjoyable. Posted in Today's Smokes by Papisquatchlife on June 19 2025 5:31:43 PM

- **Group:** [Today's Smokes Group](https://www.cigarworld.com/groups/todays-smokes/)
- **Posted by:** Papisquatchlife
- **Date:** June 19, 2025
- **Review:** [A Connecticut with Unexpected Fire](https://www.cigarworld.com/cigars/review/a-connecticut-with-unexpected-fire/)

As someone who doesn't typically favor Connecticuts, I was pleasantly surprised by the Drew Estate Blackened S84 Shade to Black, finding its robust, spicy, and creamy profile—likely due to that Nicaraguan Maduro filler—to be genuinely enjoyable. The effortless draw and absolutely perfect burn made the experience incredibly smooth, allowing those deeper, richer flavors to truly shine. This cigar really delivers more "oomph" than expected from a Connecticut, making it a standout for anyone seeking complexity beyond a traditional mild smoke.