{"title":"Blackened by Drew Estate","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Blackened by Drew Estate collection is where premium cigar artistry collides with the raw energy of heavy music culture. Born from the collaboration between Jonathan Drew, James Hetfield, and Rob Dietrich, this series channels the spirit of craftsmanship, intensity, and creative rebellion into every blend. Each cigar is built with the same philosophy that drives great music and great whiskey: bold ideas, meticulous execution, and an obsession with flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the dark, brooding power of the M81 to the smoother, shade‑wrapped sophistication of the S84, Blackened cigars are designed for enthusiasts who want more than a smoke — they want an experience. These blends showcase Drew Estate’s signature complexity, combining rich Nicaraguan and Pennsylvania tobaccos with masterfully selected binders and wrappers that deliver depth, texture, and unmistakable character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re drawn to the heavy, amplified profile of the M81 or the refined, creamy balance of the S84, the Blackened series offers a journey through bold flavors, impeccable construction, and the unmistakable attitude of the artists behind it. This is a collection built for cigar lovers who appreciate authenticity, craftsmanship, and a touch of rock‑and‑roll edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the Blackened lineup and enjoy cigars that celebrate passion, precision, and the relentless pursuit of excellence — available here at Cigar Treasury, where premium meets personality.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"blackened-m81-maduro-robusto","title":"Blackened M81 Maduro Robusto","description":"\u003ctable class=\"data-table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" height=\"190\" style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"first odd\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"label\" style=\"width: 27.3519%;\"\u003eStrength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data last\" style=\"width: 72.2997%;\"\u003e●●●●○ Medium-Full\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"label\" style=\"width: 27.3519%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data last\" style=\"width: 72.2997%;\"\u003eBlackened M81\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"label\" style=\"width: 27.3519%;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data last\" style=\"width: 72.2997%;\"\u003e5 x 50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"label\" style=\"width: 27.3519%;\"\u003eWrapper\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data last\" style=\"width: 72.2997%;\"\u003eSan Andres Mexico\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"label\" style=\"width: 27.3519%;\"\u003eBinder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data last\" style=\"width: 72.2997%;\"\u003eConnecticut Broadleaf\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"label\" style=\"width: 27.3519%;\"\u003eFiller\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data last\" style=\"width: 72.2997%;\"\u003eNicaraguan, Pennsylvania\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"label\" style=\"width: 27.3519%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data last\" style=\"width: 72.2997%;\"\u003eNicaragua\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"label\" style=\"width: 27.3519%;\"\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data last\" style=\"width: 72.2997%;\"\u003eRobusto\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn from the friendship between Metallica frontman James Hetfield and Blackened Whiskey’s master distiller Rob Dietrich, the idea took shape when Dietrich introduced Hetfield to Jonathan Drew of Drew Estate. What started as a casual meeting between enthusiasts quickly evolved into a full-fledged collaboration, resulting in a cigar that’s as intense and memorable as the music and whiskey that inspired it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced at the world-renowned La Gran Fabrica Drew Estate in Nicaragua, the M81 blend is a celebration of dark, rich tobacco. The filler combines hearty Nicaraguan tobacco with the powerful Green River One Sucker Pennsylvania Broadleaf—a leaf known for its strength and bold character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced at the world-renowned La Gran Fabrica Drew Estate in Nicaragua, the M81 blend is a celebration of dark, rich tobacco. The filler combines hearty Nicaraguan tobacco with the powerful Green River One Sucker Pennsylvania Broadleaf—a leaf known for its strength and bold character. The binder is a robust Connecticut River Valley Broadleaf, all topped off with a dark, oily Mexican San Andrés Maduro wrapper. This “Maduro to the Core” blend delivers depth, strength, and complexity, which has already earned it multiple 90+ ratings from Cigar Aficionado, including two impressive 95s'.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Drew Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44300332073019,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/4068\/9211\/files\/cigartreasury_thumbnail_33cd8557-9b2c-4139-889f-551e4aaf5617.png?v=1785555581"},{"product_id":"blackened-s84-shade-to-black-robusto","title":"BLACKENED S84 Shade to Black - Robusto","description":"\u003ctable class=\"data-table\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\" height=\"190\" style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"first odd\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"label\" style=\"width: 21.6514%;\"\u003eStrength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data last\" style=\"width: 77.9817%;\"\u003e●●●○○ Medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"label\" style=\"width: 21.6514%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data last\" style=\"width: 77.9817%;\"\u003eBlackened S84\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"label\" style=\"width: 21.6514%;\"\u003eSize\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data last\" style=\"width: 77.9817%;\"\u003e5 x 50\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"label\" style=\"width: 21.6514%;\"\u003eWrapper\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data last\" style=\"width: 77.9817%;\"\u003eConnecticut Shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"label\" style=\"width: 21.6514%;\"\u003eBinder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data last\" style=\"width: 77.9817%;\"\u003eConnecticut Broadleaf Maduro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"label\" style=\"width: 21.6514%;\"\u003eFiller\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data last\" style=\"width: 77.9817%;\"\u003eNicaraguan, Pennsylvania Broadleaf\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"label\" style=\"width: 21.6514%;\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data last\" style=\"width: 77.9817%;\"\u003eNicaragua\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"label\" style=\"width: 21.6514%;\"\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"data last\" style=\"width: 77.9817%;\"\u003eRobusto\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe team behind the original Blackened M81—Jonathan Drew, Metallica’s James Hetfield, and Blackened Whiskey’s Rob Dietrich—has returned with a new creation: the Blackened S84 Robusto. This time, the “S” highlights its shade-grown wrapper, while “84” salutes Metallica’s monumental year marked by the release of Fade to Black. If the M81 was all raw intensity and head‑banging force, the S84 steps in as the smoother, more composed counterpart—still bold, but with a refined edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blackened S84 “Shade to Black” has already earned praise from major cigar publications, including scores reaching 92 for its balance, depth, and craftsmanship. Rolled at Drew Estate’s renowned La Gran Fabrica in Nicaragua, the blend layers a dark, flavorful mix of Nicaraguan and Pennsylvania fillers beneath a sturdy Connecticut Broadleaf binder. The star of the show is its elegant Ecuadorian Connecticut shade wrapper, which softens the profile into a medium‑bodied smoke that’s rich without being overwhelming—think rock‑and‑roll attitude with a tailored suit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the first draw, the cigar shows off its precision. Expect a clean burn, effortless airflow, and thick, aromatic smoke. The opening brings white pepper and toasted wood, gradually shifting into coffee, dark chocolate, red pepper, and a silky earthiness. The wrapper adds a creamy texture that ties everything together, leaving a polished, satisfying finish. As master blender Willy Herrera puts it, the cigar “coats the palate”—and it’s the kind of coating you’ll want to revisit. At 5\" x 50, the robusto format delivers a concentrated yet approachable version of this second chapter in the Blackened lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the Blackened series has a reputation for appealing to seasoned smokers, the S84 broadens the audience. It’s ideal for anyone who wants big flavor without heavy spice, making it a standout option for fans of fuller Connecticut-wrapped cigars. It pairs effortlessly with whiskey, beer, or a strong espresso—this cigar doesn’t demand rules, only enjoyment. If you appreciate flavorful Connecticut blends like Camacho Connecticut or Padron Damaso, the S84 deserves a spot on your radar. As James Hetfield himself said, “Shade to Black is a celebration of passion and craftsmanship”—and this cigar embodies that spirit from foot to finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrab a Blackened S84 Robusto and experience a fusion of music, artistry, and bold cigar innovation—proof that the Blackened saga is far from finished.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Drew Estate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44300343050299,"sku":null,"price":58.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/4068\/9211\/files\/cigartreasury_thumbnail_33cd8557-9b2c-4139-889f-551e4aaf5617.png?v=1785555581"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/4068\/9211\/collections\/cigartreasury_thumbnail_33cd8557-9b2c-4139-889f-551e4aaf5617.png?v=1790395117","url":"https:\/\/cigartreasury.au\/collections\/blackened-by-drew-estate.oembed","provider":"Cigar Treasury","version":"1.0","type":"link"}