5x50 robusto
Wrapper, binder, and filler are all Nicaraguan
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Construction: construction is good, solid and well packed, dense, but has a slight spongy character to it. the wrapper is nice, with some veining but nothing that stands out as problematic
Prelight: first draw after shaving off the cap has some pepper to it, also some grassy notes
First Third: first draws after torching have a nice woody flavor along with the expected peppery spice. there is also a hint of coffee and leather
Draw: is excellent
Burn: is slow and pretty even
Ash/Smoke: ash is solid salt and pepper, smoke is plentiful
Second Third: the flavors of oak, leather, and a hint of spice
Final third: ends with a kick of pepper and coffee
Strength: medium
Flavor: medium
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Overall: I love these guys and smoke them regularly. I would recommend this stick to anyone interested in some of the regular production tats
Scoring
Construction: 9/10
Prelight: 4/5
First Third: 14/15
Draw: 10/10
Burn: 9/10
Ash / Smoke: 10/10
Second Third: 9/10
Final Third: 9/10
Overall impression: 18/20
Total Score: 92/100
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