HVC Hot Cake Fresh Out the Oven Gladiator (6.5″ x 56) 5 Pack
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HVC Hot Cake Fresh Out the Oven Gladiator
The HVC Hot Cake Fresh Out the Oven Gladiator (6.5″ x 56) 5 Pack brings some serious Broadleaf flavor to the table. Dark, rich, and loaded with character. This limited-edition box-pressed figurado features a Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper over Nicaraguan tobacco from Estelí and Jalapa. Big cigar. Even bigger personality.
There’s plenty going on once you light it. Dark cocoa, espresso, roasted earth, and a little black pepper get things started. Then comes that natural Broadleaf sweetness, smoothing out the heavier flavors without taking away their punch. Medium to full in strength, with a thick, satisfying smoke and a finish that hangs around.
Only 12,500 Gladiator cigars were produced for this release. The 5-pack gives you a chance to enjoy this hard-to-find HVC without buying an entire box. Available on sale at NH Cigars with no taxes collected.
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HVC Hot Cake Fresh Out the Oven Gladiator Specifications
- Brand: HVC Cigars
- Series: Hot Cake Fresh Out the Oven Broadleaf
- Size: 6.5″ x 56
- Shape: Box-Pressed Figurado
- Wrapper: Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro
- Binder: Nicaragua
- Filler: Nicaragua (Estelí & Jalapa)
- Origin: Nicaragua
- Factory: Fábrica de Tabacos HVC
- Strength: Medium to Full
- Flavor Profile: Dark Cocoa, Espresso, Earth, Black Pepper, Toasted Wood, Natural Sweetness
- Release: Limited Edition 2026
- Production: 12,500 Cigars (500 Original Boxes)
- Packaging: 5 Cigars
HVC Hot Cake Gladiator – Five Cigars, Plenty of Attitude
Reinier Lorenzo wasn’t playing around when he came up with the Gladiator. At 6.5 inches long with a thick 56-ring gauge, this is the largest cigar released in the Hot Cake Fresh Out the Oven Broadleaf series. A box-pressed figurado with a dark, rugged appearance and the kind of tobacco that makes Broadleaf fans pay attention.
And there’s not much of it.
Only 500 original boxes of 25 were produced for the 2026 release. That’s 12,500 cigars total. The 5-pack is a great way to get your hands on a few without committing to a full box. Smoke a couple. Put the others away. You’ll probably be glad you did.
Handmade in Nicaragua at HVC’s own factory, the Gladiator combines Connecticut Broadleaf with Nicaraguan binder and fillers from Estelí and Jalapa. A combination built for rich flavor, earthy depth, and plenty of spice.
Flavor and Character
The Gladiator gets right to business. A few draws bring out dark earth, cocoa, and a little pepper that settles across the tongue. There’s some weight to the smoke. Thick and chewy, with a roasted character that feels right at home in a Broadleaf cigar.
Then the espresso kicks in.
Not bitter. More like strong, freshly brewed coffee with a bit of dark chocolate alongside it. The natural sweetness starts to creep forward, taking the edge off the spice. It’s a nice combination. Rich without becoming muddy, bold without constantly trying to prove something.
Around the middle, toasted wood and roasted nuts begin mixing with the darker notes. The pepper comes and goes. Some draws carry more cocoa, others lean toward coffee and earth. The 56-ring gauge gives the blend plenty of room to develop, while the unusual figurado shape adds another dimension to the smoking experience.
The final stretch picks up some strength. A little more pepper. Darker roasted flavors. That lingering Broadleaf sweetness is still there, keeping things balanced as the cigar winds down.
A Limited HVC Release Worth Trying
HVC has earned a loyal following by making cigars with character, and the Fresh Out the Oven Broadleaf series has become one of its more interesting limited-production projects. Different sizes. Small releases. No guarantee you’ll see the same format again.
The Gladiator takes that idea a little further. Bigger dimensions, an unusual shape, and enough flavor to keep experienced smokers interested for a long session.
Five cigars make a good starting point. Share a couple with friends or keep them all for yourself. We won’t judge.
Shop the HVC Hot Cake Fresh Out the Oven Gladiator 6.5″ x 56 5 Pack at NH Cigars. Limited quantities, on sale, and no taxes collected.
19 reviews for HVC Hot Cake Fresh Out the Oven Gladiator (6.5″ x 56) 5 Pack
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Anthony R. (verified owner) –
Great smoke from start to finish. Nice construction, slow burn, and plenty of rich flavor. Five of these sounds about right.
Jared W. (verified owner) –
This Broadleaf has some real depth. Dark cocoa, earth, and a finish that hangs around for a while. Five of these would be welcome in my humidor.
Caleb S. (verified owner) –
The toasted nut flavor really comes through, especially with that dark cocoa in the background. One of those cigars that makes a 5 pack pretty appealing.
Elliot K. (verified owner) –
Really enjoyed the earthy side of this cigar. Enough spice to keep things interesting without going overboard. Good choice for a 5 pack.
Brandon M. (verified owner) –
The Gladiator is a seriously good cigar. Dark cocoa, a little toasted cedar, and a smooth finish that sticks around. The 5 pack is a nice option for this one.
Shane C. (verified owner) –
Espresso, earth, and a little sweetness toward the finish. HVC did a nice job with this blend. The 5 pack is worth considering.
Marcus J. (verified owner) –
Cedar, coffee, and a good kick of spice right at the beginning. Settles down nicely after that. I’d gladly keep a 5 pack around.
Victor N. (verified owner) –
If you enjoy darker chocolate flavors in a cigar, give this one a try. Rich without being too much. I’d happily grab a 5 pack.
Russell G. (verified owner) –
Rich cocoa, steady burn, and a draw that gave me no trouble. Enjoyed the whole thing. Definitely a cigar I’d buy in a 5 pack.
Wesley H. (verified owner) –
Lots of roasted coffee flavor with a little natural sweetness mixed in. Smooth draw, good balance. I’d have no problem picking up five.
Gavin Q. (verified owner) –
Plenty of toasted flavor without getting harsh near the end. Smooth all the way through. I’d pick up another 5 pack for sure.
Nathan P. (verified owner) –
Had one with an espresso after dinner. Excellent combination. The cocoa flavor really came through. A 5 pack would be easy to work through.
Trevor B. (verified owner) –
Didn’t expect this much flavor. Deep roasted notes, smooth smoke, and a little extra strength as it goes. Definitely worth trying in a 5 pack.
Raymond L. (verified owner) –
Cocoa and toasted tobacco come together nicely here. Nothing complicated, just a really enjoyable smoke. Five cigars would disappear quickly.
Dominic A. (verified owner) –
Good earthy character with some roasted nuts showing up along the way. Everything seems to work together. A nice cigar to have five of.
Derek T. (verified owner) –
Wow. Full-bodied but surprisingly smooth. Reminds me of some of the Padrón 1926 cigars I’ve enjoyed. Wouldn’t mind having a 5 pack of these in the humidor.
Patrick D. (verified owner) –
Starts off with cedar, then moves into a richer chocolate flavor about halfway through. Nice progression. The 5 pack makes sense for this blend.
Colin F. (verified owner) –
Pretty impressed with the Gladiator. Pepper hits early, then the wood and darker flavors take over. A solid addition to a 5 pack rotation.
Travis E. (verified owner) –
Wish this one lasted a little longer. Roasted coffee, warm cedar, and just enough sweetness. The Gladiator 5 pack is a good way to keep a few handy.