Howard G. A.P.S. Leon Searcy

Howard G A.P.S. Leon Searcy

Sizes: Little Searc (5½″ × 58), Beast (8¼″ × 60)
Vitola: Figurado perfecto (Little Searc) and large parejo (Beast)
Wrapper: Mexican San Andrés Maduro
Binder: Nicaraguan Habano
Fillers: Nicaraguan (Estelí & Jalapa) long-fillers
Flavor Notes: Espresso, black pepper, cedar, earth, barnyard, raisin sweetness, toasted bread, mocha
Pairing Notes: Dark roast coffee, robust porter or stout, aged bourbon, nutty pastries
Manufacturer: Howard G Cigars (All Pro Series) – produced in Nicaragua

Privada Storytelling

Gridiron to Garret

Crafted for former NFL lineman Leon Searcy, this cigar is as much a celebration of craft as it is of character. It comes out strong—rich espresso and bold pepper over earthy cedar—and then eases into nuances of raisin, mocha, and toasted bread. It’s a gratifying, no-nonsense smoke that balances horsepower with finesse, just like a seasoned pro holding the line.

Flavor Journey

First Third: Bold espresso and pepper open over cedar and mild barnyard earth 
Second Third: Notes of toasted bread and mocha sweetness blend with raisin and earth tones
Final Third: Subtle spice remains; earth and cedar deepen; sweetness and toast linger through the end

Why It Belongs in Privada

This cigar is a portrait of purposeful depth. It isn’t flashy—but every puff offers clarity and progression. Like Privada values, it’s built for thoughtful enjoyment, not spectacle. It’s a reflection of legacy—on and off the field—where consistency and substance matter most.