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Sabor Cubano Robusto Cigar Review
By Jesse | August 21, 2007
Brand: La Tradicion Cubana
Line: Sabor Cubano
Vitola: Robusto 5 x 50
Origin: Miami, FL
Wrapper: San Andres Mexico
Binder: Ecuador
Filler: Nicaragua and Dominican Republic
Body: Medium-Full
Strength: Medium
Box Price: $85.00 (Boxes of 20) (Also available in bundles)
Available at Camino Viejo and Fullers Pullers.
Description: Born in Miami’s Little Havana, the Sabor Cubano was produced by La Tradicion Cubana using tobacco from four countries. This combination gives the cigar a complex flavor profile. Construction is beautiful, though the wrapper is a bit lighter than most maduro cigars I’ve seen. It is firm with no unusual soft or hard spots with a nice weight for its size. I liked the draw of this cigar, as it had just the right amount of resistance I enjoy.
Once lit, it was the sweet aroma of the smoke the really stood out. The cigar itself started with an earthy flavor and a hint of leather that dwindled away quickly. On top of the earthen flavor was a sweet spiciness that picked up about 1/3 of the way in. About halfway through it I pegged what the flavor profile kept bringing to mind, Scotch! The smooth earth and dark chocolate body with hints of caramel sweetness really would pair well with a Scotch or Bourbon. I was pleased with how the cigar finished, but you need to smoke that second half of the cigar slowly to enjoy the complexity that comes out.
Verdict: This is your next purchase. The cigar is very smooth, easy to smoke and not overpowering. The medium strength makes it easy to pick up at almost any time of day and would go great with a cup of good coffee to begin the day or a good drink to end the night.
Similar Cigars: It has been awhile since I’ve smoked either cigar so let me know if I’m way off. I think the smoothness of this cigar reminds me a bit of the Rocky Patel Vintage 1990 or 1992.
Popularity: 10% [?]
Topics: Cigar Reviews |
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