Brick House Short Torpedo

The Brick House Short Torpedo opens with a hearty combination of toasted cedar, baker’s cocoa, and a subtle molasses sweetness, offering a well-rounded medium-bodied start. The retrohale introduces a pleasant white pepper spice, complemented by notes of roasted peanuts and a faint caramel drizzle. As the cigar transitions into the second third, flavors of light coffee, honey-glazed almonds, and a touch of brioche toast emerge, maintaining a creamy, approachable character. The final third rounds out with deeper notes of dark chocolate, charred oak, and a lingering nutty sweetness, finishing with a clean, balanced profile that never becomes overpowering.

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The Nicaraguan Habano wrapper is smooth and rustic, with a soft oil sheen and minimal veins. The Short Torpedo vitola is rolled firmly, tapering into a sharp, well-constructed head. Cold draw offers flavors of hay, light earth, and a hint of sweet cocoa. Once lit, the draw opens beautifully after the tapered tip, delivering a steady flow of flavorful smoke. The burn line remains consistent, with ash forming tight, gray-white stacks that hold well through the halfway mark, showcasing excellent craftsmanship at its price point.

The ideal whisky pairing for the Brick House Short Torpedo is Glenmorangie The Original 10 Year Old, whose bright citrus zest, vanilla cream, and honeyed malt perfectly complement the cigar’s nutty sweetness, cedar, and light cocoa notes; alternatively, Monkey Shoulder Blended Malt—with its soft toffee, malt biscuit, and light spice character—offers a smoother, approachable pairing that enhances the cigar’s creamy, medium-bodied profile, making both whiskies excellent companions for an easy-going, everyday smoking session.

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While ready to enjoy now, the Short Torpedo can benefit from 2 to 3 years of aging, during which its pepper spice will soften and its core notes of cedar, cocoa, and nutty sweetness will deepen, creating a smoother, more rounded smoking experience with added complexity.

The Brick House Short Torpedo is a fantastic value cigar that delivers consistent quality, balanced flavor, and an easy-going medium body, making it ideal for casual daily smokes, afternoon whisky pairings, or for enthusiasts seeking premium craftsmanship at an accessible price point. Perfect for both newcomers to Nicaraguan cigars and seasoned smokers looking for a reliable, flavorful option.