Candido Giovanella Cacau Chocolate

This is the cocoa-flavored version of the Cândido Giovanella line, prepared by the Brazilian maker Imigrantes Fumos. Records indicate the blend uses sun-dried, lightly toasted Brazilian Virginia leaf with black Cavendish, topped with cocoa essence; the cut is ribbon.

In the smoke, dark cocoa's lightly bitter sweetness combines with the Cavendish's sugary, dark tone; the Virginia base lays a bready foundation in the background. The burn is light and cool, and the nicotine load is between low and moderate. It suits smokers looking for a chocolate-flavored aromatic and a mild blend that can be smoked all day.