Caldwell’s The King is Dead Escape Plan is Back—But with a Twist

Originally released in 2022, The King is Dead Escape Plan marked Caldwell’s first box-pressed cigar crafted in the Dominican Republic. Built on the legacy of The King is Dead, it brought a new dimension to a fan-favorite blend.

This updated version sticks to its roots, using the same Dominican Negrito wrapper and Dominican binder and filler found in the core line. But here’s where it gets interesting—Caldwell plays with the proportions, using different primings and a unique fermentation process on both the wrapper and binder.

The result? A smooth, creamy smoke that still hits with a deeper, more concentrated flavor profile. Complex, refined, and unmistakably Caldwell—this is a blend that shows just how much nuance can come from subtle shifts.