Knuckle Sandwich Celebrates 50 Years of Nicaraguan Tobacco in New Puro Nicaragua Toro

The latest release from Guy Fieri's cigar brand features a 100% Nicaraguan blend produced at the San Lotano factory.

Mar. 28, 2026 at 12:19am

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Knuckle Sandwich, the cigar brand owned by celebrity chef Guy Fieri, has released its fourth regular production blend called Puro Nicaragua. The new cigar features 100% Nicaraguan tobaccos, including a Habano Oscuro wrapper, and is produced at the San Lotano factory in Ocotal, Nicaragua. The Puro Nicaragua Toro offers a bold, flavorful smoking experience with notes of coffee, natural tobacco, cedar, earth, and red pepper.

Why it matters

As Knuckle Sandwich celebrates its fifth year as a cigar brand, the Puro Nicaragua release showcases the brand's commitment to highlighting high-quality Nicaraguan tobacco. In an era where many cigar brands are blending tobaccos from multiple countries, Knuckle Sandwich's decision to create a 100% Nicaraguan puro demonstrates its dedication to celebrating the unique flavors and characteristics of Nicaraguan leaf.

The details

The Puro Nicaragua Toro features a classic Cuban-style soft box-press shape and a Habano Oscuro wrapper. The cigar first debuted at Espinosa Premium Cigars' La Zona Palooza event in Miami in 2024 before making its official launch at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show in New Orleans. In addition to the Toro size, the Puro Nicaragua is also offered in Robusto (5 x 52) and Gordo (6 x 60) vitolas.

  • The Puro Nicaragua first surfaced in 2024 at Espinosa Cigars' La Zona Palooza event in Miami, Florida.
  • The final product made its debut at the 2025 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show in New Orleans.

The players

Knuckle Sandwich

A cigar brand owned by celebrity chef Guy Fieri and produced and distributed by Espinosa Premium Cigars.

Espinosa Premium Cigars

The cigar manufacturer that produces and distributes the Knuckle Sandwich brand.

AJ Fernandez

The owner of the San Lotano factory in Ocotal, Nicaragua, where the Puro Nicaragua cigars are produced.

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The takeaway

Knuckle Sandwich's Puro Nicaragua release demonstrates the brand's commitment to celebrating the unique flavors and characteristics of high-quality Nicaraguan tobacco. As the cigar industry continues to evolve, Knuckle Sandwich's decision to create a 100% Nicaraguan puro sets it apart and appeals to cigar enthusiasts seeking bold, flavorful smoking experiences.