{"product_id":"black-works-studio-culture-vulture-robusto-5-25-x-50","title":"Black Works Studio Culture Vulture Robusto (5.25\" x 50)","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Black Works Studio Culture Vulture Robusto is a Nicaragua-made, Full-strength Robusto measuring 5.25\" × 50 from the Culture Vulture line. It combines Ecuadorian Maduro, Connecticut, and Candela wrapper tobaccos with an Ecuador Habano binder and Nicaraguan filler. The limited-edition cigar is handcrafted at Fábrica Oveja Negra in Estelí, Nicaragua.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Works Studio Culture Vulture Robusto Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"ltr\" align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"171\"\u003e\n\u003ccol width=\"385\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAttribute\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Works Studio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCulture Vulture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Works Studio Culture Vulture Robusto (5.25\" x 50)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVitola \/ Shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRobusto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.25\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRing Gauge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWrapper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcuadorian Maduro, Connecticut, Candela\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBinder\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcuador Habano\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFiller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNicaraguan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry of Manufacture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNicaragua\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer \/ Factory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFábrica Oveja Negra, Estelí\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrength\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandmade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePackaging \/ Quantity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 Cigar, Pack of 5, Box of 20\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRelease Type\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited Edition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcuadorian Maduro, Connecticut and Candela Wrapper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Culture Vulture Robusto uses three wrapper tobaccos: Ecuadorian \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trpcigars.com\/collections\/maduro\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaduro\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Connecticut, and Candela. Their combination gives the cigar its distinctive multi-wrapper presentation rather than relying on a single outer leaf.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnder the wrapper is an Ecuador Habano binder surrounding Nicaraguan filler tobacco. The blend therefore combines Ecuadorian wrapper and binder components with a Nicaraguan filler core, while the three-wrapper construction remains the most distinctive structural feature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Works Studio developed the cigar's visual presentation alongside its blend. The manufacturer describes an Ombré-style transition across the wrapper treatment, moving through green and yellow tones and back again. James Brown, creator of Black Label Trading Co. and partner at Fábrica Oveja Negra, describes Culture Vulture as the boldest profile Black Works Studio has created.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRobusto Format, 5.25\" × 50\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Culture Vulture Robusto measures 5.25 inches long with a 50 ring gauge. That places it within the classic Robusto format: shorter than the line's 6\" Toro while using a larger ring gauge than the 6\" Panatela. The manufacturer lists all three formats as part of the Culture Vulture release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 50 ring gauge measures approximately 0.79 inches in diameter. Combined with the 5.25-inch length, this format gives the blend a compact, broader shape compared with the slimmer Panatela.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor other cigars in this traditional format, explore TRP's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trpcigars.com\/products\/black-works-studio-culture-vulture-robusto-5-25-x-50\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRobusto cigars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull Strength and Listed Flavor Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTRP lists the Culture Vulture Robusto as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFULL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e strength. The strength classification is separate from the cigar's individual flavor notes and should not be interpreted as a specific tasting note.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTRP's listed profile includes \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edark cocoa, espresso, black pepper, earth, cedar, sweet grass, and cream\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. These notes represent the product's listed tasting profile rather than a manufacturer-published tasting progression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of darker cocoa and espresso notes with black pepper, earth, and cedar gives the listed profile a broad range of savory, roasted, and earthy descriptors, while sweet grass and cream add contrasting lighter notes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExplore TRP's [full-strength cigars] for other products using the store's Full strength classification.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFábrica Oveja Negra in Nicaragua\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFábrica Oveja Negra in Estelí, Nicaragua is the factory identified for Culture Vulture. The manufacturer states that the cigar is handcrafted at the factory, connecting the Black Works Studio release directly to Oveja Negra's production operation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trpcigars.com\/products\/black-works-studio-culture-vulture-panatela-6-0-x-42\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCulture Vulture Panatela\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is offered in three documented sizes: the 5.25\" × 50 Robusto, 6\" × 48 Toro, and 6\" × 42 Panatela. All three use the same disclosed tobacco composition while changing the format.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe release is identified by the manufacturer as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited Edition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, making its release status part of the product's documented identity rather than a permanent-production designation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the broader category, see TRP's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trpcigars.com\/collections\/nicaraguan\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNicaraguan cigars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-Strength Robusto for Experienced Smokers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCulture Vulture Robusto\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is suited to adult cigar smokers who specifically prefer TRP's full-strength category and want a compact 5.25\" × 50 format. Its limited-edition status and three-wrapper construction also make it relevant to enthusiasts interested in unconventional boutique releases.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor pairing, the listed flavor profile works naturally alongside robust beverages such as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebourbon, rye whiskey, Islay Scotch, añejo rum, or tawny port\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. For coffee, TRP lists \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eespresso, Cuban coffee, French roast, cortado, and mocha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e as pairing options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore the cigar in a properly maintained humidor with stable temperature and humidity rather than exposing it to repeated environmental changes. A stable storage environment helps protect the wrapper and maintain the cigar's intended condition until it is ready to smoke.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTRP's Shipping and Cedarhurst Lounge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTRP Cigars is a New York retailer founded in 2005 with a physical lounge in Cedarhurst, New York. The store offers its cigar catalogue online and maintains a dedicated lounge location for customers who want an in-person retail experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTRP's shipping policy states that standard shipping is free on qualifying orders over $99, while orders over $500 require a signature. Shipping is available within the United States, subject to the exclusions stated in TRP's shipping policy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Culture Vulture Robusto is currently presented by TRP as a preorder product with shipping scheduled for late September 2026. Commerce status and availability should be taken from the live product selector rather than treated as permanent product specifications.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Works Studio Culture Vulture Robusto FAQs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the size of the Black Works Studio Culture Vulture Robusto?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Culture Vulture Robusto measures \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.25 inches by 50 ring gauge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is the Robusto format within the Culture Vulture release, alongside a 6\" × 48 Toro and 6\" × 42 Panatela.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat wrappers are used in Culture Vulture Robusto?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cigar uses \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEcuadorian Maduro, Connecticut and Candela\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e wrapper tobaccos. The three-wrapper construction is one of the defining features of Culture Vulture, with the manufacturer describing its presentation as an Ombré-style transition across the outer tobacco.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere is Culture Vulture Robusto made?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCulture Vulture Robusto is handcrafted at \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFábrica Oveja Negra in Estelí, Nicaragua\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The manufacturer identifies Nicaragua as the country of origin and lists Ecuador Habano binder and Nicaraguan filler beneath the multi-wrapper exterior.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow strong is the Culture Vulture Robusto?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTRP lists the Culture Vulture Robusto as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFULL\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e strength. That classification comes from TRP's product taxonomy and is separate from the cigar's listed tasting notes, which include dark cocoa, espresso, black pepper, earth, cedar, sweet grass, and cream.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Culture Vulture a limited-edition cigar?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The manufacturer identifies Culture Vulture as a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLimited Edition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and announced it as a new release for select retailers in September 2026. The release includes Robusto, Toro, and Panatela formats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat other Culture Vulture sizes are available?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe documented Culture Vulture range includes a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.25\" × 50 Robusto, 6\" × 48 Toro, and 6\" × 42 Panatela\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The blend remains based on Ecuador Maduro, Connecticut, and Candela wrappers, Ecuador Habano binder, and Nicaraguan filler across the three formats\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fabrica Oveja Negra","offers":[{"title":"1 Cigar","offer_id":50486201123007,"sku":"006291","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pack of 5","offer_id":50486201155775,"sku":"006292","price":66.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Box of 20","offer_id":50486201188543,"sku":"006293","price":251.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0654\/0843\/4367\/files\/BLK_WKS_CULTURE_VULTURE_ROBUSTO_OPEN_BOX_SINGLE.jpg?v=1790284051","url":"https:\/\/trpcigars.com\/products\/black-works-studio-culture-vulture-robusto-5-25-x-50","provider":"TRP Cigars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}