Hooten Young Operation Gothic Serpent 30th Anniversary Cigar, Paired With Hooten Young Rye

Dedicated to 1993's Operation Gothic Serpent: The Battle of Mogadishu. In honor of the courage, sacrifice, and brotherhood displayed during that fateful event, we present a cigar that embodies resilience, complexity, and depth.

This medium-bodied blend delivers a balanced yet bold smoking experience, crafted with aged tobaccos that unfold layers of nutmeg zest, rich earthiness, and deep cocoa undertones. Crafted by Master Blender Eladio Diaz, Each draw offers a smooth progression of flavors, with a refined structure that mirrors the discipline and unwavering spirit of the warriors who served.

A tribute in every sense, this cigar is more than just a smoke-it's a moment of reflection, a salute to the past, and a reminder of the unwavering strength that defines those who answer the call.

This Rye Whiskey commemorates Operation Gothic Serpent, the grueling 1993 firefight between U.S. Forces and Somali Warlord terrorists over the United Nations' peacekeeping efforts - The story that inspired the Hollywood epic Black Hawk Down.

Aged 7 years / 93 proof (46.5% ABV)

95% Rye 5% Barley

Notes of candied apricot and caramelized pear

Winner, 2026 San Francisco World Spirits Competition Double Gold Medal
Ranked Top 100 Whiskeys (#88) by Fred Minnick "punches far above its weight"
Breaking Bourbon called it a sourced MGP rye "that has more to say than you'd expect."