Aged San Andrés
A.L.R. Second Edition

A.L.R. Second Edition (Aged Limited Rare) wooden box and cigars
SOURCE: rockypatel.comA. L. R. Second Edition (2019) pairs a Mexican San Andrés wrapper with Nicaraguan binder and filler and is aged at least two years after rolling. Sitting in the medium–full lane, it's commonly described as cocoa/espresso forward with cedar, earth and vanilla/coconut sweetness, earning high placement in critics' Top‑25 lists.
Sizes
- Robusto (5 1/2" x 50)
- Toro (6 1/2" x 52)
- Sixty (6.0" x 60)
Strength
Medium-Full
Wrapper
Mexican San Andrés
Binder
Nicaraguan
Filler
Nicaraguan (Estelí & Jalapa)
The A. L. R. Second Edition is defined by its post‑roll aging and box‑pressed silhouette: finished cigars were set aside for a minimum of two years to let the San Andrés wrapper and Nicaraguan core knit into a tempered, concentrated profile. Expect cocoa and espresso early, cedar and earth through the midsection, and a lifted vanilla/coconut sweetness that shows as a baked nuance rather than sugary candy. The press gives a denser draw and alters heat/combustion—helping the toasted notes read clean and focused. Strength sits medium‑full: present enough weight for experienced smokers yet refrained from brute force. It's a limited, aged expression that rewards attention to the details in the smoke rather than theatrical spice.

A.L.R. Second Edition (Aged Limited Rare) wooden box and cigars
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Articles & Reviews
Rocky Patel ALR Second Edition Robusto
A deep look at the Robusto that covers the San Andrés wrapper, Nicaraguan binder and fillers, and the cigars’ extended factory aging. The piece includes production and size details while tracing the smoke from cocoa and espresso through toasted cedar and dried‑coconut sweetness.
Team Cigar Review: Rocky Patel Aged Limited Rare Second Edition Robusto - Developing Palates - Cigar, Beer and Spirit Reviews and Ratings
This team review details the Robusto’s pre‑light aromas, firm box‑press construction and in‑smoke evolution from cocoa and spicy cedar to more musty, toasted notes. It’s useful for readers who want play‑by‑play observations of draw, burn and flavor transitions on the Robusto size.
Video Gallery
Aged Limited Rare Second Edition by Rocky Patel | Cigar Review
Rocky Patel Aged Limited Rare 2nd edition cigar review
Cigar Review - Rocky Patel ALR Second Edition




