Date Added: Sunday 04 October, 2026
by Mike
£12.50
The 'Budget' cigar that simply isn't.
NOTHING about this stick is sold short. A really nice, well rolled wrapper. No flaws or big veins and even the cap was a work of art. Cold draw light and airy with little hints of what's to come. Once lit the draw was spot on for me but I know some may find it a little to easy. It burnt spot on, the ash was dense and sturdy and it only dropped twice!! dead straight until the last inch when it dipped a little. Lots of lovely smoke to carry the flavours.
This kicked off very gentle, mild yes, but not boring. I could easily retro hale a whole draw without setting my nostrils on fire or sneezing for England. Subtle and creamy and not a hint of its Nicaragua content! Well blended flavour without any stand out flavours, just a tasty gentle mouthful. Builds slowly for the first two thirds and toward the end of the second third yes, Nicaragua arrived! Expected flavours and spice aplenty but still easy going in fact it wasn't until nearly an inch from the end that it really ramped up needing an extra big swig of coffee!
This will pair with anything but I'd steer away from a powerful neat spirit. I had a nice Columbian coffee with mine but kept thinking a Dark & Stormy would of been perfect to match the gentle spice.
I have enjoyed the Corona version of this cigar that is on my permanent rotation, the Robusto has just earned a place along side! Try it....
