790. CLE Connecticut Corona

Bought at Brobergs Tobakshandel, in Gothenburg.

Location: This review was made indoors in a cigar lounge.

Information:
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut
Binder: Honduras
Filler: Honduras
Origin: Honduras

Factory: El Aladino (Honduras)
Box: Sold in 25 count boxes.
Release: 2015
Availability: Regular Production

Size: 5.75×46, Corona.

Wrapper: Almond light brown, silky smooth with tiny veins.

Construction: Fairly firm and even feel when lightly squeezed.

Cold draw: Light cedarwood.

1st third: Starts with a brioche bun, light cedarwood, hay and a touch of chocolate.

2nd third: Notes of white pepper spice added to the mix. While still keeping its smooth flavours steady.

Burn: Burns fairly sharp with a firm and stable white-ish ash.

Smoke: Voluminous smoke with a medium heat feel on the tongue with a light draw.

3rd third: Unchanged but still enjoyable. No harshness at all towards the end, which is very appreciated.

Duration: 19:35-20:50, 1h 15min

Conclusion: A mild bodied cigar with a mild strength profile. Enjoyable smooth smoking experience.

Result: In my book this is a 90 point cigar.

/Cigar Reviewer André

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