Appearance
Barber pole wrapped with Maduro & Rosado wrapper leaf. A few prominent veins are visible. Seams are tight for the most part. It has a closed foot and a light oil sheen.
Aroma
Barnyard and earth
Prelight Draw
Fruity sweetness with a hint of spice. Light coffee bean.
1st
Hay and leather with a light cocoa powder are the initial flavors as the excess wrapper creating the closed foot burns. As the filler begins to burn a noticeable woody cedar note joins the mix. At about 5/8" in I'm noticing the draw is a bit snug. The burn has a bit of a wave to it. The ash is salt&pepper gray and fairly tight. There is a leathery texture to the profile as well. The strength starts out on the low end of medium.
2nd
The spice is beginning to develop, starting as a mild cinnamon. Strength takes a noticeable jump to med/full. The fruity sweetness from the Prelight draw has joined the profile. The finish is long with notes of cinnamon, cedar, leather, hay and fruit(apple & pear). The cigar produces a good volume of smoke.
Final/3rd
The draw is still a bit snug. The ash has held til I remove at each 3rd. Flavor profile remains consistent thru the final/3rd.
Overall the Corsair provides an enjoyable smoking experience. The complexity of the flavor profile outweighs the snug draw.
Thanks again to Bill Neiderer owner of Smoke and Joe Lounge for the samples for review.
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