Appearance
The cigar has a light brown colored wrapper with a couple prominent veins. The seams are tight tho not invisible. There is a light oil sheen.
Aroma
A light barnyard aroma is present on the wrapper with a hint of spice. Faint licorice blends in with fresh tobacco aromas at the foot.
Prelight Draw
Cedar leather spice and licorice flavors are present on the prelight draw.
1st
The first puff after lighting brings an iced coffee like flavor with an unusual sour note mixed with a little sweetness. The sweetness lingers on the finish. The draw is just a touch snug. The burn has a slight wave. The finish is medium in length. At about 3/8" in there is a spice note developing. The iced coffee noted becomes more of a traditional coffee flavor. Cedar is also present at this point. The ash looks like charcoal burning with the dark and light contrasts and is a bit flaky.
2nd
The burn line which was off line a bit has almost fully self corrected by the start of the 2nd/3rd. The draw has loosened up nicely at this point. The spice note has developed into a crushed red pepper. The ash is becoming tighter(less flaky) as the cigar burns. The spice tapers off a bit at the end of 2nd.
Final/3rd
A meaty note joins the coffee and cedar to start the final/3rd. Strength has remained in the medium range til now when it goes to medium+.
Overall a well balanced and flavorful cigar which provided a very pleasurable smoking experience. Another great cigar from @mbombaycigars
Thanks to Mel Shah(brand owner) for the samples for review. If your local B&M doesn't have them try @SeriousCigars and GoGetchasome™
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