Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Dark Corojo El Martillo

Robusto Grande 5½ x 54 | Box of 20 Cigars

The Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Dark Corojo El Martillo ("The Hammer") is one of the most aggressive and full-bodied cigars in the Antaño family. Built around a dark, oily Nicaraguan Corojo Oscuro wrapper and an all-Nicaraguan blend, it was created to push beyond the already-powerful Antaño 1970 and deliver a deeper, darker, and more intense smoking experience. [neptunecigar.com], [joyacigars.com]

Specifications

• Vitola: El Martillo (Robusto Grande)
• Size: 5½" × 54
• Packaging: Box of 20 cigars
• Origin: Nicaragua
• Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo Oscuro
• Binder: Nicaraguan
• Filler: Nicaraguan
• Format: Nicaraguan Puro
• Strength: Full / 5 out of 5
• Construction: Handmade premium cigar [smokingpipes.com], [neptunecigar.com], 

Blend & Character

The Antaño Dark Corojo line is described by Joya de Nicaragua as the embodiment of the Nicaraguan "power cigar," delivering intense flavor and strength through mature, locally grown tobaccos. The El Martillo size is particularly popular because its 5½ × 54 dimensions provide a perfect balance between smoke volume, richness, and smoking time. [joyacigars.com],

The dark wrapper is aged and oily, contributing richness, sweetness, and complexity while maintaining the line's unmistakable strength. [neptunecigar.com]

Flavor Profile

The El Martillo delivers a bold profile featuring:

• Black pepper
• Cedar
• Earth
• Dark chocolate
• Cocoa
• Leather
• Toffee
• Black cherry
• Espresso
• Sweet-and-spicy finish [neptunecigar.com], [smokingpipes.com]

The combination of dark chocolate and spice is a hallmark of the Dark Corojo series, supported by an underlying sweetness from the Corojo Oscuro wrapper. [neptunecigar.com],

Smoking Experience

First Third

• Cedar and white pepper
• Earthy tobacco core
• Rich smoke production

Second Third

• Dark chocolate and espresso emerge
• Leather and wood develop
• Strength steadily builds

Final Third

• Pepper intensifies
• Black cherry and cocoa notes appear
• Long, rich finish with sweetness and spice [neptunecigar.com]

Expect approximately 70–90 minutes of smoking time with a slow, cool burn.

Comparison Within the Antaño Dark Corojo Line

The El Martillo is often regarded as one of the most complete expressions of the blend because it delivers immense flavor concentration without the extended smoking time of larger formats. [joyacigars.com]

Ideal Pairings

This cigar pairs exceptionally well with:

• Espresso
• Peated Islay Scotch
• Cask-strength bourbon
• Port wine
• Aged dark rum
• After a hearty steak dinner [neptunecigar.com]

Overall Impression

Strength: ★★★★★
Body: ★★★★★
Complexity: ★★★★½
Flavor Intensity: ★★★★★

The Joya de Nicaragua Antaño Dark Corojo El Martillo earns its name. It hits the palate with waves of pepper, earth, dark chocolate, espresso, and leather, yet remains surprisingly refined for such a powerful cigar. For experienced smokers seeking a classic Nicaraguan powerhouse, El Martillo is one of the strongest and most rewarding cigars in the entire Joya portfolio. [joyacigars.com],  [neptunecigar.com]