La Tradicion Cubana Robusto

An outstanding aroma: it starts up with some pleasant cedar elements, but by the mid-point it picks up a gloriously spicy scent. The woody theme continues from here, but it picks up something that almost smells like sandalwood. It’s quite a powerful scent which is nicely balanced by the mildness of the flavor. The flavor of the first third was straight forward clean tobacco, with a smidgeon of pepper. Unfortunately the flavor seems to wane after the mid-point and goes from slightly peppery to somewhat papery. The burn is fairly even thoughout and it leaves a solid ash. This is a mild bodied cigar with a mild to negligible aftertaste. Very reasonably priced as well. Definitely worth a shot if you're up for a mild one.

As the title says, the robusto has some blend issues - consistent through the box, but just not the same as other sizes in this brand/ label. For the record, I prefer full bodied, spicy, complex and huge ring sizes - all of which are exactly opposite of this smoke. Standard mild robusto - very smooth til mid-stick, then the twang/ tart acts up and isn't as pleasant. Burn was uneven throughout, and the ash was flakey and tan-grey. I loved two other sizes (3 and 4 cigars tried respectively) but the robusto just was flat for me.

Well made and even burning, this stick was mild but flavorful to me. Had a very pleasing taste, but lacked a little something. No "tang" I suppose.

OH my. This was a beauty. Rolled with the care of a fifteen dollar stick, but only five. Hints of spice and espresso. Medium bodied, but not mild . . . on the contrary, quite flavorful. Just not a "knock you on your ass" smoke. Lacks a little power, to my taste. Made in Miami to boot.

Starts a little harsh but gets better as you smoke it. Woody with a hint of cedar. A little stale on the finish. Lasted over an hour but burned a little unevenly. Got strong toward the end and gave me a nice buzz. Not a good $6 cigar but good $4 ciga

I really liked this cigar. Clean and crisp. I'd say it had a lingering finish if i knew what that meant.