Raymond Pages is no stranger to making lightning strike twice. The young tobacco-wizard who once stood in AJ Fernandez’s shadow now runs his own show at Tabacalera Pages, and each new release proves the man’s got the golden touch. The Original Florida Man Connecticut has quickly become the top-selling blend in his portfolio — a smooth standout that put his name on the map. Now, enter Florida Man Cameroon — a darker, bolder follow-up draped in genuine African Cameroon, delivering that unmistakable nutty-sweet-spice over Nicaraguan binder and long-fillers.
The presentation is every bit as sharp as the smoke itself. Florida Man Cameroon bands and boxes still pay homage to Papa Hemingway’s The Old Man and the Sea, but now the darker wrapper and striking pops of orange tie beautifully to the wrapper’s natural hue — standing out with a look as distinctive as the cigar inside.
And the cigar? That’s where the magic is. From the first spark, you’re greeted with the telltale Cameroon signature: a rush of spice that tingles the lips, rounded out by natural sweetness that sneaks in just behind it. Nutty backbone, lively complexity, and a medium body that walks the line between strength and elegance with Raymond’s trademark balance. It’s peppery and vibrant yet smoothed out by a natural sugary edge that keeps you reaching for puff after puff. The burn stays true, the ash holds strong, and the flavors weave in and out with a rhythm that keeps things interesting for the long haul.
Florida Man Cameroon isn’t just another extension. It’s Raymond Pages flexing his talents, taking on sought-after wrappers, and proving he’s far more than a one-trick pony. Smooth, spicy, nutty, and sweet, this cigar shows a young blender hitting his stride with a blend that’s as refined as it is memorable.