Tatuaje Monster Drac Redux

Name: Tatuaje The Drac Redux
Brand: Tatuaje (Monster Series)
Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Maduro
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan
Size: 6 3/4 x 52 (Torpedo)
Strength: Medium to Full
Flavor Profile: Dark and brooding with notes of black pepper, dark chocolate, earth, anise, and a touch of charred oak

Story and Accolades

The Monster Series by Pete Johnson and Tatuaje is one of the most legendary limited-edition collections in the world of premium cigars. Each release pays tribute to a classic horror movie monster—and The Drac draws its inspiration, as the name implies, from Count Dracula.

Originally released in 2009 as the second cigar in the series (following The Frank), The Drac returned in 2021 as part of the Monster Mash and Redux releases, allowing a new generation of smokers to experience its haunting complexity. The Drac Redux retains the signature torpedo format, wrapped in a dark, menacing Ecuadorian Habano Maduro leaf over Nicaraguan binder and fillers—blended at the esteemed My Father Cigars S.A. factory in Estelí.

Fans of the original release will find the Redux to be a faithful revival: powerful yet refined, smoky and sweet, with a slow burn that delivers waves of evolving intensity. It has earned cult status among collectors and boutique cigar lovers.

Construction and Craftsmanship

The Torpedo vitola offers a concentrated draw and focused flavor delivery, heightening the richness of the blend. The wrapper is toothy and oily, exuding deep aromas of cocoa, spice, and barnyard earth. The construction is tight and even, allowing for a razor-sharp burn and ample smoke output.

From the first light, bold black pepper and charred wood greet the palate, followed by rich chocolate, espresso, and a savory leathery core. Hints of licorice and baking spice build in complexity through the second and final third, finishing with a dry, spicy crescendo.

Pairing Recommendations

Dark and mysterious, The Drac Redux pairs best with rich and equally brooding beverages:

• Peated Scotch whisky – for a smoky, gothic pairing that enhances the cigar’s depth

• Amarone or Zinfandel – full-bodied red wines that match its dark fruit and spice

• French press coffee or Turkish brew – deep, unfiltered coffee brings out the earthy core

• Spiced rum or Fernet – bold herbal and sweet elements align beautifully with the cigar’s complexity