Cigar Specifications

Brand / Line:
El Rey del Mundo
Cigar Name:
Robusto Larga (M)
Shape:
Toro
Country of Origin:
Honduras
Size:
54 x 6
Wrapper:
Ecuador
Filler:
Honduras
Binder:
Honduras
Status:
Active

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📜 Archival Review
March 4, 2026
8.50
"What a value"
A kick ass cigar. What a draw! What a value.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:7/10
Value:10/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$4.00
📜 Archival Review
March 4, 2026
9.33
"My favorite"
I have smoked a box of these. It just doesn't get much better than this. My favorite.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:9/10
Overall:10/10
Price Paid:$3.40
📜 Archival Review
March 4, 2026
9.33
What a nice surprize. Great construction, a beauty. Coffee and chocolat with just a hint of spice, strong finish, an excellent cigar.
Appearance:10/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$4.50
📜 Archival Review
December 19, 2008
3.67
"Don't we already have enough boring cigars?"
Though it may be a step above a mac maduro, it's only a slight step. Burn and draw were fine for the half i smoked before i became so bored i feared i would accidentally enter a coma.
Appearance:6/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:1/10
Value:1/10
Overall:3/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
December 15, 2008
3.67
"not so"
Been smoking these sticks for about 7 or 8 boxes and they now seem to be losing flavor and burn problems., or maybe they are breaking in a rookie on the line
Appearance:4/10
Construction:4/10
Flavor:3/10
Value:5/10
Overall:3/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
June 26, 2008
9.33
"too good to be true"
Let it age for a bit. Right out of the box the draw is pretty tight. For the price, this might be the best cigar out there. Great flavor! Toothy wrapper. Burn is great.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:9/10
Overall:10/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
May 22, 2008
9.00
"Oh man!!"
Underrated is correct. This is among one of the best cigars out there, period! There is no underlying harshness-- in another word: smooth. Enough description: you'll have to go out and try it.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$4.50
📜 Archival Review
April 16, 2008
8.50
"Very tasty"
Grabbed this cigar and ripped of the tissue paper wrapper and underneath was a nice looking maduro with a maybe one decent size vein smelled a little sweet and chocolaty as many maduros do.

I lit this bad boy up and got pepper along with some chocolate and coffee notes. It smothed out pretty quickly though and I got nice sweet flavor along with hits of chocolate and sometimes coffee. I almost never get chocolate taste from a maduro I usually just get earthy and coffee but this one hat a good amount of chocolate and I do like myself some chocolate so I enjoyed this.

As I worked my way through I some leather and hay flavors along with pepper building throughout the cigar. Its stayed pretty smooth with the sweetness and lingering chocolate throughout. I would say it started medium and was pushing full by the end but stayed pretty smooth.

The burn was nice I made sure I rotated it and no touch ups were needed. The ash left some to be desired anything more than maybe an inch and half and you were begging for it to fall in you lap(which it did once).

I enjoyed this cigar a look forward to smoking the other one I have in my humi.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:8/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$4.00
📜 Archival Review
April 9, 2008
8.67
"Great cigar on a budget"
First and foremost, I must say I love this cigar (so this may seem a little biased)

I've smoked about 5 of so in the last month, and each time I do, regardless of age, they are always right up my alley.

I don't feel it's necessary to get into specifics of this cigar so I'll keep this short n sweet. A nice med - full bodied stogue, with a little kick in the mouth. Very firm when pinched, but never rolled "too" tight. I've yet to pull a plugged one from my box. They cut nicely and usually stay together well. Very nutty with a smooth cocoa finish. Just enough pepper to keep you entertained. Holds a two inch ash if you want it to, and burns like an absolute razor.

For 4 dollars a cigar, this is my goto maduro. Age does mellow them out some, but they will leave your tongue tingling without question. Awesome smoke!!!
Appearance:8/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$4.00
📜 Archival Review
March 20, 2008
4.83
"AMAZING value!"
since cuban cigars are too expensive for my budget, i try a lot of cigars from honduras, domincan republic and nicaragua. Yesterday i smoked a AF Don carlos robusto, which was sitting in my humidor for 1 year, and i can tell with absolutely no hesitation, that the el rey del mundo, which is about 2 times cheaper, is way more better! you just cant go wrong with this lovely cigar... well... maybe if you are into very mild cigars, since it a medium bodied cigar.

5 stars!
Appearance:4/10
Construction:5/10
Flavor:5/10
Value:5/10
Overall:5/10
Price Paid:$4.00
📜 Archival Review
February 19, 2008
9.00
"Age 'em up!"
This has been in my rotation for years although I prefer this cigar with 3+ years on it. Although I love full bodied smokes it is a bit untamed right out of the box for me. I keep two boxes in rotation so that the one I'm smoking is 3-4 years old. I smoked two over the weekend that are from 2004 and just absolute nubbers. Still full bodies with a tom of character but when this blend ages up it is all flavor and no bite. Tons of smoke and an evolving natural sweetness with a backbone of earth and spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg. After four years this would still put a novice on their butt, however if you have the space box aging these is extremely rewarding and CHEAP!
Appearance:8/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.40
📜 Archival Review
December 25, 2007
6.67
"A bit full for my tastes"
This was a "must buy" by all reviews. It was a pretty cigar and I had high hopes. Nice nose of marjoram. Good wrapper on a thick brown stogie.

For a big cigar with a hefty cut, the draw was a bit tight. Initial taste was a little nutty, like bitter filbert. It mellowed somewhat on the finish. Maybe a little deviled egg.

The cigar was very full bodied. A big fat stinky stogie. (I say this with love.) I think I will let them mellow before I try the next one. This was a bit full for my tastes.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:6/10
Flavor:6/10
Value:8/10
Overall:6/10
Price Paid:$2.70
📜 Archival Review
December 12, 2007
8.17
"robusto is better"
Where did the spice go? To the robusto. Missing from this cigar was all that complexity. This is a 1 dimensional cigar, but it is very good, especially for the price. Nice sweet maduro taste throughout and good construction. Recommended.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:8/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$5.00
📜 Archival Review
November 4, 2007
8.17
"A solid cigar"
Obviously, the ratings show that this is a quality cigar. This has that rich tobacco flavor and characteristic sweetness of a quality maduro. The construction was pretty good; the draw was perfect but the burn was a little uneven and developed a nasty runner that needed to be touched up with the torch. Although the taste ws fairly one-dimensional (sweet tobacco, with a few hints of cocoa) it was an enjoyable one. For the price, it is a quality cigar and it does well with some aging, as I think this one was in my humi for about fourteen months.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:7/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:9/10
Overall:8/10
📜 Archival Review
November 2, 2007
8.83
"Best value maduro!"
This a a must buy for Maduro lovers. Right out of the box this cigar delivers great flavor, no bitterness.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:9/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$5.00
📜 Archival Review
October 25, 2007
9.83
"This is the best stick ever for the money"
I always come back to this cigar. The best of all worlds. Fantastic draw and construction that is flawless. The flavor is the best balance of all worlds. Not too mild and not over powering but a lush smoke that rolls off the tongue. Truely a piece of heaven. You can't beat the price for this stick.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:10/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:10/10
Overall:10/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
September 15, 2007
8.83
"Good deal"
What a value. Looks, smokes and tastes great. Being not particularly enamored of this brand from years ago, I decided to try some of these and am glad I did.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$2.70
📜 Archival Review
September 6, 2007
9.17
"My go to smoke"
I love everything about this smoke. Flawless burn, great taste, tasty shiny wrapper. A real nubber. I always keep these on hand. Have much more expensive sticks in the closet, but I always come back to these for a reliable smoke.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
July 20, 2007
9.33
"Quiet"
This has become the cigar that I test all others against. For the price the ERDM Robusto oscuro line is simply the best in my opinion. I have other cigars in my rotation, but none seem to best it For even burn the oscuro wrapper excels, and maybe it's the wrapper that also give it the best taste in my humble opinion. I hope the word does not get out on this one.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:10/10
Overall:10/10
Price Paid:$3.30
📜 Archival Review
July 7, 2007
8.67
"One of the best!"
As I sit here enjoying the second cigar out of my box that has been aging for about 12 months I can honestly say that this is one of the best cigars that I have ever tried. The construction and appearance are both top notch and the flavor is very complex. My usual cigar is the Excalibur #1 Maduro, but I may have found a new favorite...
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:8/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$4.00
📜 Archival Review
May 15, 2007
9.00
"This may be my next box purchase"
It's been a while since I reviewed one of these, so I figured it was time once again after enjoying one this afternoon. The more I smoke the ERDM RL, the more I allow them to age, the greater my appreciation. The construction is flawless, the burn and draw perfect, they're incredibly oily and dark, they age well, and the flavor is an outstanding full-bodied treat. Leathery and earthy, from start to finish. This, in my opinion, is the best cigar for the buck on the market. Believe the top25review database hype!
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
May 12, 2007
9.17
"Workhorse with tons of flavor"
A classy cigar that looks like a Chevy but tastes like a Caddy. I liked this cigar before I even opened the paper wrapper. It just looks classy and the construction is absolutely impeccable. Great flavor, tons of spice and woodsy notes with a nice draw and big pillows of white/gray smoke.
Appearance:10/10
Construction:10/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:8/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$6.00
📜 Archival Review
April 8, 2007
7.50
"Not pretty but above average"
This is one ugly stick (which is why they probably cover it in paper), but it delivers. A spicy, coffee flavor is had throughout. It's construction is good, although at times the draw was tough. Overall it is recommended.
Appearance:5/10
Construction:7/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:9/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$3.50
📜 Archival Review
March 12, 2007
8.83
"I agree with Scotty"
Got one of these years ago in a maduro sampler. Out of 20 cigars this was one of the 3 best. Just came back to it and it is still right up there. Not as strong as I remember, or maybe I'm more jaded now, but the flavor is still great. Starts out smooth with a little coffee and toasty flavor. After about an inch the intensity picks up - more spice and cedar & earthy-ness. 2nd half the flavor gets more full and rich, but stays smooth and refined. Has a well-aged feel to it. Gave me a buzz, but I'm more used to the 5 x 50 size cigar. Smoked this one to about an inch. That to me says more than anything, it was too good to put down. If I were to compare this to a wine I'd say it is like a nicely aged red Bordeaux.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:9/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
March 6, 2007
8.83
"Why do I smoke anything else?"
I keep searching for cigars that have wonderful flavor/value ratios with consistency. I have been searching for 7 years now and other than the Gran Habano Corojo Gran Robusto #5, 5 Vegas Series A, CAO Brazilia, Carlos Torano 1959, Rocky Patel Sun Grown, and the Padron Thousand Series, no other cigars measure up to me consistently with regards to flavor and value. Read the wonderful reviews here. There is not much I can add. These are a complete pleasure to smoke. After last night's wonderful experience I must ask myself why do I keep searching for something better when I have already found it? Buy yourself a box, take the tissue off, lay them down for 3-4 months. Enjoy. You will thank me. I guarantee it.
Appearance:7/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$4.00
📜 Archival Review
March 5, 2007
8.17
"Great smoke"
This smoke was nice. Nice appearance & construction, even burn, an overall nice smoke. Can't wait to get another one and let it sit for awhile. Recommend!
Appearance:8/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:8/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$7.50
📜 Archival Review
February 24, 2007
9.17
"Let these age"
This is one great smoke normally, but with age they are awesome. Nice smooth flavor, medium-full body smoke. Nice cocoa, coffee, and mild dark chocolate flavors. Before aging there is a little spice, after aging almost none at all. Great change of pace from my normal super full super spicy gars
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
February 7, 2007
7.67
"smooth smoke"
a very good clean smooth smoke. good draw, nice feel, great taste. Not a full bodied cigar so that was disappointing. Much better than average but not a JdN Antano. Still its good as an everday smoke if you get it for the right price.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:7/10
Value:7/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$3.35
📜 Archival Review
January 25, 2007
7.33
"Pretty Damn Good!"
Overall, this is a high quality cigar. Good smooth flavor and a true tobacco taste. Well made but just a bit over priced for what you get.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:6/10
Value:6/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$7.25
📜 Archival Review
January 1, 2007
9.00
"Excellent cigar!"
I purchased a five pack of these and had one one on New Years Eve day. It was a great mild but full flavored without any harshness and it was a great smoke to the end. It had a great draw and a very enjoyable taste. A little taste of mint, tobacco and coffee.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:10/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:9/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
December 25, 2006
9.17
"A benchmark smoke"
I have been smoking these for 2 years now and they're still my favorite cigar. Always perfect draw (nothing worse than a plugged cigar), visually impressive, and tight white ash. As many others have said, buy from JRCIGAR when they are giving something away when you buy a box. If you don't appreciate this cigar and the value it is, you need to switch to swisher sweets.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:10/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:9/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
December 20, 2006
8.83
"Superb Stick w/Tons of Character and Flavor"
A class act! Dark brown, oily and shiny Colorado (Obscuro) wrapper. 1 full hr. smoked abt 1/2. Definite carmel notes - so it's a perfect match for a Coca-Cola (which I did enjoy with it!). Great taste. Perfect Medium. Great draw. Good (but not great) burn. 1 touch-up. Very satisfying smoke! One of the best out there?!
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:8/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$4.50
📜 Archival Review
December 15, 2006
9.33
"much anticipated"
Let me say that I'm almost afraid to write this review because for the price this is a STEAL) (let's hope a trend does not catch on 🙂 I'm not a big fan of cigars wrapped in tissue paper. I must say it's much nicer looking than the traditional cellophane. Pre-light aroma is great, usually I wait and enjoy before I light but some over the previous reviews got me anxioius. Very well constructed. Creamy with nice volume of smoke, hints of wood ,cocoa, coffee. Not overpowering and full flavor. It has a wonderful aroma that complimented the taste. Nice white ash that burned cool until my fingers got in the way.
Appearance:10/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$2.50
📜 Archival Review
September 29, 2006
8.83
"Loved it!"
Deep chocolately maduro. Cocoa flavors with nuts and earthy tones emerging. Not much spice. The smoke is thick and wonderful. Paired this cigar with a glass of 40 year Bunnahabain. Never once was the smoke overpowered by the old single malt.
Appearance:10/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:9/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
September 27, 2006
8.67
"pinch me"
Wow---everything i love is here. Cocoa, coffee, and pepper. Starts out mild then crescendos into a hearty smoke that i can't put down. Aroma just blows me away and now i finally have people ask 'Me' what i'm smoking. One of the best I've had in a few years and the price is just right.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:9/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$5.00
📜 Archival Review
August 29, 2006
8.17
"suprisingly bright and tasty"
I enjoyed this smoke quite a bit- my first El Rey of many to come.

Beautiful, dark satin sheen to the cigar. I thought I was going to get beat up by the cigar's robust flavor brfore lighting. Pre-light, the constructio nwas great, and I was wowed by how beautiful the wrapper looked

Initially, the burn was a bit uneven. This corrected about 1/3 of the way into the cigar. The uneven burn returned during the last 1/3, but no canoeing or tunneling. The uneven burn was a mere cosmetic event.

Flavorwise, I did not know what to expect. The wrapper was dark and glistening. I was expecting a dark, somber smoke with a major buzz factor. I was surprised at the coffee and caramel I found. A tiny hint of dry grass, not unpleasant at all- would probably do well, as mentioned below, with a while in the humi.

About 1/3 in, I started noticing a beautiful cream and caramel had added to the mix. The grass was all gone. The last 1/2 of the cigar tasted like a double shot latte with maybe a bit of caramel. A delightful after-dinner relaxation in the beautiful late-summer cool evening. I got a slight, pleasant buzz, which I welcomed.

I believe I paid about $5 for this smoke at a local shop as a single. Blew away the Padron I smoked last night.

Great Cigar - I will buy a box and hide them in the back of the humi for a year or so, if I can make myself forget they are there.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:7/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:9/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$5.00
📜 Archival Review
August 28, 2006
8.33
"Need Humidor Time ... But Worth The Wait"
I didn't like these when I first tried them. It tasted almost as if I forgot to take the tissue wrapper off (LOL) Now, after about 4-5 years of storage, I was very satisfied. Well constructed, it was rolled tight, almost like a Cuban, but no problems with the draw. A nice, even burn. Even with all this aging, it was still a full bodied brute, with plenty of black pepper at the start. It mellowed out at the 1/4 point, and turned into a delicious, grainy, creamy treat. Hints of cocoa and coffee. Beginner smokers beware, especially if smoked fresh out of the box. With age, they become a very nice smoking experience.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:10/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:8/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
August 24, 2006
7.17
"Good Value"
Nice strong smoke for the money. I have smoked a handful of these and have had no burn issues. Unique tishue paper wrap is easy to find in the humi. Will buy again.
Appearance:7/10
Construction:7/10
Flavor:7/10
Value:8/10
Overall:7/10
Price Paid:$4.25
📜 Archival Review
July 7, 2006
2.83
"rolled by monkeys"
I have lit 12 of these from a box I bought 5 months ago. The first couple were plugged. I figured they were shipped wet. I've tried 2 or 3 a month since then, out of a constant 70% humi. A total of two have not been plugged. It's a disgrace. The two that were smokeable were OK, not remarkable. One dimensional and more mild than I would have expected. I don't like mild. I'll never order from JR's again. His sales blurbs are pure fiction. His shipping rates are way high, and I get better cigars elsewhere. I have no way of telling if the quality of these cigars was JR's fault, but I'm blaming him anyway.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:1/10
Flavor:5/10
Value:1/10
Overall:1/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
July 6, 2006
8.83
"A great $3.50 cigar."
If you like a "mostly" medium bodied cigar with a slightly sweet straight tobacco base with some notes of coffee and earth, then these should be in your box. I've smoked many of these (first box I ever bought), and you'll run into some minor connstruction issues every fourth cigar or so, but for $3.50 a throw (by the box), these are very solid. Make sure you take the tissue off and give these "gorilla fingers" plenty of box time before firing. They can be a bit grassy tasting if you fire them too soon. Highly reccomended especially with a good scotch.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.50
📜 Archival Review
June 15, 2006
8.33
"Creamy Sweet"
I was looking for the natural Robusto Larga, but settled for this one. Right off the bat I tasted a very unique sweetness. It was creamy and a touch of floral essence. The ash was a light greay and white, which would reach nearly two inches before it ashed itself. However, the draw was tight and very hot with a tanic acid at the end. I will smoke this again, but really want to test drive the natural.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:7/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:9/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$4.25
📜 Archival Review
June 5, 2006
8.33
"King of the World"
Bought a box thur JR because they where giving away 4 Gurkhas with the order. I'm glad I didn't leave a review after the first one I smoked! It was a bit dry and hard draw, then a week latter I tryed another one.This is a great smoke; full-bodied all the way, earth tones and coffee are featured in the Bad Boy. Now this is one of my favorites!
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:8/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$3.75
📜 Archival Review
May 18, 2006
9.17
"Stellar"
Can never go wrong reachin' for one of these. Consistently good to the nub. Do your self a favor and pick up some of these for the humi.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
April 22, 2006
8.50
"best $5 with tax I have spent"
it is, big,long and black. good draw, it looks sexy, the flavor was a bit full for my taste (this could be solved with a good drink paring) but it was a great smoke with glorious a smell
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:7/10
Value:10/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$4.80
📜 Archival Review
March 8, 2006
8.83
"Great Smoke and Looks Cool"
This is built like a tank and smokes like a 56 Chevy!
Appearance:9/10
Construction:10/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:8/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$5.25
📜 Archival Review
February 20, 2006
8.67
"truly the best!"
For the price Id say this cigar kicks some @ss bigtime!!!Mild to medium in my opinion with tons of cocoa , chocolate and leather cedary overtones from the very first puff to the last one. Exquisite wrapper and superior construction. better than any 6-8 Dollar cigars out there.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:7/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$2.50
📜 Archival Review
January 16, 2006
8.83
"Another winner"
While not quite as complex as the Robusto Suprema Larga, this one is a close second. Dark and oily with a perfect draw and a thick, white ash. Full-bodied with notes of leather, cedar, and earth. Burned cool up til the last 1/2 inch. Impressive!
Appearance:9/10
Construction:10/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:10/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$5.00
📜 Archival Review
December 8, 2005
7.67
"Great Value"
I had one of these last night for the first time. The first half of the smoke was remarkable. I'm not usually a full bodied smoker, but this cigar was really enjoyable until about half way through. After that, I had some trouble with the burn, and it became slightly harsh. Still, I paid $5 at a store, and I know you can get these guys for about $3 on auction sites. Definitely a value.
Appearance:7/10
Construction:7/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:10/10
Overall:7/10
Price Paid:$5.00
📜 Archival Review
November 29, 2005
8.67
"bang for the buck"
Nice to smoke, relaxing, almost feel like smoking a nice chocolate
Appearance:8/10
Construction:7/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$4.25
📜 Archival Review
November 11, 2005
9.00
"fantastic"
i really enjoy this size in the line. very full flavored and full strength. they burn good and produce large volumes of smoke. highly recommended.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:8/10
Overall:10/10
Price Paid:$6.95
📜 Archival Review
November 5, 2005
8.17
"Still enjoy"
I had my first close to 2 years ago and what amazes me is their consistancy. I've never had a bad one. Medium to full bodied smoke with excellent burn and draw. Chocolate and coffee are the most notable flavors. My favorite Honduran thats a remarlable value. A go to smoke for 2 years.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:9/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
October 13, 2005
9.17
"Shocked"
For $3.00 a stick I was shocked at the quality of this smoke. It has a full flavor and great construction. Smooth from the first pull to the last. Overall, a great looking taskting, and burning smoke. I'd be willing to bet they can sell this in a local shop for upwards of $10 a stick and it would still be a fine value.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
August 29, 2005
8.50
"very nice"
The actual cigar I smoked had an oscuro wrapper. It was full of good flavor and taste. The burn and construction were near perfect, no relighting necessary. I will buy some more of these, very nice cigar.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:7/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.50
📜 Archival Review
August 27, 2005
7.67
"Give it some time......"
Excellent construction and burn. These have a good flavor, however, they are a little harse. I bought a couple 5 packs about 6 months ago and I have been smoking about 1 per month. I have 4 left. I will give them another 6 months. I think they will improve but I have not been impressed with what I have smoked thus far.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:7/10
Value:8/10
Overall:7/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
August 19, 2005
8.83
"I reviewed this smoke a few years ago..."
and I went back and tired it again Good to see these stick are still fantastic.
I recently bought a box and have smoked a couple and each one has been fantastic. I will be buying another box soon because I think word is getting out and prices on these will be skyrocketing soon. I take the tissue wrapper off before storing. Amazing how shiny and oily they get. Amazing how great they tast right out of the box.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.75
📜 Archival Review
August 18, 2005
8.83
"fine smokes"
good medium strong smoke. even burn,great flavor.highly recommended.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:9/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$4.00
📜 Archival Review
August 15, 2005
8.33
"Si senor."
This brand is owned by one of the major catalog / internet dealers. I did a box of Robusto Larga / Maduro and enjoyed every cigar in the box. Medium body, good taste, good burn, nicely packaged. Not a bad smoke in the box. Very decent cigar for mid-level price.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:8/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$2.75
📜 Archival Review
July 13, 2005
9.67
"Very smooth and mellow"
For me the robusto larga oscuro is a very smooth and mellow medium-full bodied cigar with an even burn, firm draw and refreshingly clean smoke. It is very smooth and complex with flavors of cream and toast with the initial light-up that progress to flavors of rich espreso coffee, cinnamon, nutmeg, cream, chocolate and leather. It has a very firm draw with tight white ash up to the last 2" or so and then it opens up quite a bit. The finish is smooth and refreshing with light floral notes, rich espresso coffee, sweet spices, leather and cream. Definately a keeper for something on the medium bodied spectrum.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:10/10
Overall:10/10
Price Paid:$9.95
📜 Archival Review
July 13, 2005
9.33
"Very good cigar"
A nice strong and stout Oscuro cigar. Very smooth and tasty smoke not overpowering. One or the best cigars for this or any price. 10x better than the Gran Habano Corojo #5 Gran Robusto. Great smoke.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.40
📜 Archival Review
July 4, 2005
9.00
"Great! Probably best value cigar"
Lots of thick, yummy smoke for bargain price. Fantastic burn, flavor and aroma are really good, nice taste. One of my favorites.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
July 1, 2005
9.17
"Great!!"
Wonderful smoke!!!! One of the best ever!! Highly recommended, great flavor, body, and aroma. Can't beat it!!
Appearance:8/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:9/10
Overall:10/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
June 15, 2005
9.00
"I love these!"
Fat with an oily sheen and rolls well in the fingers- firm but not hard. Medium full flavor. Cocoa on the palate. long finish. Just wonderful. Had to touch up a couple of times but I was outside in a light breeze. Don't pass this one up.
Appearance:10/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:9/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$6.00
📜 Archival Review
April 4, 2005
9.00
"Great Smoke"
This has the characteristics of a winner. The tissue wrapper, great build, even burn, and amazing flavor. They remind me a lot of the CAO Criollo line in taste and look, though they cost significantly less. My hopes go up as they age - if they last that long. As stated by others, these are a fairly stout smoke. Try one (or more), you'll enjoy the experience.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:9/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.50
📜 Archival Review
March 23, 2005
8.50
"Fantastic. Not for sissies"
Wow, what a fantastic cigar. Superb construction, excellent draw and a good burn. The flavor was great, spicy with a hint of chocolate (I’m starting to like maduros more and more). This is a full-bodied cigar and with a little aging, it will blow you away. I smoked this down to my fingers, it’s a looong smoke. The price on this is unbelievable. Truly for the connoisseur. What a gem!
Appearance:7/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$4.25
📜 Archival Review
March 20, 2005
8.50
"Helluva Good"
I smoked this cigar in Berkeley after a Top Dog, so maybe the nostalgia creates some bias. I was impressed with this cigar overall. Nice size and wrapper presentation. (Tissue Wrap) Medium/Full bodied smoke with red licorice tones, and hints of leather. Draw was good, but burn was slightly uneven throughout.
Appearance:10/10
Construction:6/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:8/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$5.00
📜 Archival Review
February 25, 2005
9.00
"GREAT TASTE"
This stick tasted great for me. Great burning, great draw that got better as it goes. Drink a cup of Blue Mountain coffee with it and enjoy. I split a box of these with a friend, now going to get the Robusto Larga for a little bit more of it.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:9/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
February 21, 2005
9.67
"One of the Best from Honduras"
El Rey has something going on here. Great look to it. Has a hear perfect construction which I really look for in cigars. Pleasing sweet aroma. Flavorful and consistent with a cool burn all the way down. Medium to full-bodied. A standard to judge by when smoking Honduran cigars.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:10/10
Overall:10/10
Price Paid:$3.75
📜 Archival Review
February 20, 2005
9.33
"a benchmark"
This stick has it all big taste construction and appearance. It is a genuine smoke, with the foot lit and lots of big smoke and even burn the notes hit. Lots of wood and creamy coffee, with hints of leather.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$4.00
📜 Archival Review
January 26, 2005
8.83
"Beyond my expectations"
After a much anticipated delivery of my first box, I patiently let them marinate in the Humi for a few weeks. I smoked the first last night and it took me back to 1966, when I used to watch the "Old cuban guys" play dominos and smoke cigers on the corner back in the Bronx.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$2.67
📜 Archival Review
December 10, 2004
8.67
"VIVA VILLAZON!!"
Another great product from Frank Llaneza and Viillzon!! If you like Hoyo and Excalibur, then this is a no-brainer for a stronger smoke with same characteristics.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$2.50
📜 Archival Review
November 28, 2004
8.00
"Fantastic Aroma"
Tres Formidable! You have to set some time aside for this cigar, but it will reward your patience. Nice character, with some sweetness, and cocoa/chocolate notes later on. Just gets better as it gets shorter. Not an "everyday" smoke for me, but will keep a few in the humidor for variation.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:8/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
October 23, 2004
9.50
"Delicious"
This is a big and long smoking cigar that's just packed with flavor. Construction is excellent and the burn is razor sharp. It's a long smoke so just kick back and enjoy it. Very smooth and a little spicy. Just a great buy for the price. This is one of my go to cigars, just a no brainer.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:10/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:9/10
Overall:10/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
October 22, 2004
9.00
"That smells illegal"
Tried one on a whim in a cigar shop; when I lit it a fellow customer remarked, "That smells illegal!" (meaning, Cuban). Mild at first, it soon drew me in. Went back and bought a few more, then five, then a box. Never been a fan of oscuros nor big ring gauges, but this has warmed me to both. Medium, aromatic, plenty of coffee & chocolate, but also some leather, wood and sweetness. Enjoy when you can devote 100% attention to its subtleties.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$4.95
📜 Archival Review
July 17, 2004
8.17
"Top shelf cigar"
I really liked the appearance and smell of the cigar prior to lighting....after lighting it only got better. Excellent draw and a nice even burn for the first 1/3, after which it actually hit a plugged spot and went out on me. A quick relight and some puffing for ~30 seconds brought it back and I really enjoyed the rest of the cigar to the nub. Great aftertaste. Despite the burn problem I encountered, which happens from time-to-time with any cigar, I am putting this on my list for stocking in the coolerdor.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:7/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:8/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$4.50
📜 Archival Review
January 20, 2004
9.83
"El Rey ....A OK!"
Great value around $3.00 Best cigar next to the robusto suprema, But smokes in 30 min less time. Great from start to finish.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:10/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:10/10
Overall:10/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
October 9, 2003
9.17
"mmmmm"
What real man doesn't like em strong and dark in his mouth?!
Appearance:10/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:8/10
Overall:10/10
Price Paid:$4.00
📜 Archival Review
August 29, 2003
8.17
"Great Cigar"
I like a lighter to medium cigar, so this one suited me just great. Took one from a buddy's humidor and it was worth the trade I gave him. 2 Montecristo Afriques. The Afriques are too strong for me, but the El Rey's were smooth and had a nice draw to it. The smoke was nice and light.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:7/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:8/10
Overall:8/10
📜 Archival Review
August 4, 2003
9.00
"el rey del mundo larga"
complex flavor. hints of leather. excellent smoke production. nice finish. moderate strength
Appearance:8/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$4.75
📜 Archival Review
July 18, 2003
8.67
"Great Smoke"
A great cigar with silky smooth draw and goobs of blue smoke.
Appearance:6/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
📜 Archival Review
June 30, 2003
8.67
"this is a must have"
This is a great value. A little chocolate a little spice , great looking. you want to take this smoke and explore the flavors
Appearance:8/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$4.00
📜 Archival Review
May 16, 2003
5.50
"????"
a lot of people like these but they dont do anything for me. always seem kind of bland and boring.
Appearance:7/10
Construction:7/10
Flavor:4/10
Value:5/10
Overall:5/10
Price Paid:$4.50
📜 Archival Review
May 10, 2003
8.33
"A Boomer of a Gar"
Loved the draw on this cigar. Nice Aroma, plenty of blueish smoke and a flavor that challenges other maduros in its class. The only negative note I can think of, is that it burns somewhat unevenly. Other than that, a "world class" smoke. Will buy a box soonest!
Appearance:7/10
Construction:7/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:9/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$4.90
📜 Archival Review
April 10, 2003
8.67
"Best kept secret"
Full flavored and spicey. Almost unbeatable for the price
Appearance:8/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:9/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
February 13, 2003
4.17
"harsh...to quite harsh"
sharp, harsh taste, burned very hot and unevenly. did not finish.
Appearance:4/10
Construction:6/10
Flavor:3/10
Value:4/10
Overall:4/10
Price Paid:$4.50
📜 Archival Review
October 1, 2002
9.00
"shhhh....dont tell no one"
IMO...the best value cigar I have had to date. Awesome medium to full flavor with out being overpowering. This stick smoked like a champ. Nice draw with gobs of smoke. Took me 2 hours to finish. Near Nivanah.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$4.00
📜 Archival Review
August 18, 2002
3.67
"a 9.0+ ?"
Umm did I smoke the same cigar as the rest of the reviewers? Construction was rough with large veins running through the wrapper. Flavor was sharp, lacked body, and was completely flat. Left a metallic, salty, charcoal after taste. I did not finish it.
Appearance:4/10
Construction:4/10
Flavor:3/10
Value:5/10
Overall:3/10
Price Paid:$4.50
📜 Archival Review
June 19, 2002
9.50
"one smooth smoke"
This one is very complex and flavorful. Not an ounce of harshness. flavors of coccoa and nuts. smoke is so thick, time seems to slow a bit win i smoke these! actually smoke the robusto suprema
Appearance:8/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:10/10
Overall:10/10
Price Paid:$4.50
📜 Archival Review
June 18, 2002
8.83
"Excellent maduro."
Thick, strong and creamy. Full flavors of coffee and chocolate from a slightly loose draw. 54 ring is the right size for me. Lose yourself in this one and enhance your view on life for 90 minutes.
Appearance:8/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:9/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$2.00
📜 Archival Review
June 5, 2002
9.17
"Great, medium body cigar"
A great medium bodied cigar. For the price it can't be beat. A gorgious wrapper and top notch construction.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
June 3, 2002
9.17
"Cheapskate's Don Carlos"
A heavy, firm cigar that looks great and draws perfectly. Flavor is potent but not overwhelming. I'd bet that with age this would be a world champion cigar, I'll definitely lay down a box. Frankly, reminds me of the Fuente Don Carlos, but it's a lot cheaper and easier to find.
Appearance:10/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:8/10
Value:10/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$5.00
📜 Archival Review
May 10, 2002
8.50
"Toro! Toro!"
Toothy, oily wrapper. Looks like a nice fat pumpernickel bagel stick. Didn't know whether to light it or spread cream cheese on it. Wafty billows of rich smoke with notes of cedar and nuts. Perfect draw. A soft, leathery finish- nice!
Appearance:9/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:9/10
Overall:8/10
Price Paid:$3.40
📜 Archival Review
April 26, 2002
9.33
"My Favorite"
This cigar has become my favorite, and is really an unbelievable smoke for the price. I had been saving a Montecristo & Cohiba (both Cuban) for quite some time, and this cigar buried them. Get yourself a box or two -- You'll thank me. I really like the packaging, and the only negative thing I can say is they tend to burn a little unevenly. Don't fire one of these up unless you have a solid 90 minutes to relax. Heaven.
Appearance:10/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:9/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.40
📜 Archival Review
April 15, 2002
9.00
"Very Nice"
A nice cigar with great flavor and aroma. Not powerful by any means but one great smoke.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:8/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:9/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$2.00
📜 Archival Review
April 15, 2002
9.50
"Benchmark"
This is the cigar that I compare all others to. I look for cigars that have similar taste (coffee, chocolate) and similar price ($4.50). Big ring size. Big Smoke. Big Value!
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:10/10
Overall:10/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
May 15, 2001
9.00
Dark Monster that's remarkably smooth with hints of chocolate and spice.
The maduro wrapper aquired a slick sheen of oil after a few weeks in my humidor, and added a wonderful demension to the already imposing looking robusto. The draw was perfect and t
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:8/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$5.00
📜 Archival Review
November 8, 2000
9.50
I was blown away by this awesome smoke. I was on my deck at the Oregon coast, the weather was cold and rainy but I didn't retreat indoors until I'd burnt my fingers to the elbow.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:9/10
Overall:10/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
September 11, 2000
8.80
A great looking cigar with an better taste. Nice easy draw, I smoked it til' my fingers were burnt. Try this one you won't be disappointed.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:8/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$5.00
📜 Archival Review
January 19, 2000
9.00
Another great ERDM at a great price!
Appearance:10/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:8/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$3.00
📜 Archival Review
May 30, 1999
9.70
The best cigar I have ever had: very flavorful, full bodied taste is SO smooth on the palate. Proper aging of high quality tobacco is costly and rare, but is very evident here. Bravo JR!
Appearance:9/10
Construction:10/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:9/10
Overall:10/10
Price Paid:$4.00
📜 Archival Review
May 5, 1999
9.00
This cigar has the most excellent draw. It looks beautifully made. It is very smooth and the flavor is very good. El Rey del Mundo is definately one of my favorite cigars.(TOP 3)
Appearance:9/10
Construction:10/10
Flavor:9/10
Value:8/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$9.00
📜 Archival Review
March 31, 1999
9.00
Without a doubt, one of the best values in the cigar domain. Consistently well-made and gives a totally satisfactory smoking experience.
Appearance:9/10
Construction:9/10
Flavor:10/10
Value:8/10
Overall:9/10
Price Paid:$4.00

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