Southern Draw Rose of Sharon Robusto 7/28/18

 Appearance
The wrapper is a light tan color with a couple of prominent veins. The seams are tight. It appears to be a dry cigar with no oils on the wrapper. The filler bunch is well packed with no apparent soft spots.

Aroma
Cedar, hay and a faint sweetness on the wrapper. Cedar, hay, chocolate at the semi closed foot.

Prelight Draw
Cedar, white chocolate, mint and a bit of cinnamon on the lips.

1st
The initial draws bring notes of dry cedar and dry tobacco, wicking the moisture out of my mouth and cinnamon spice on the lips and tongue. The mint starts making its presence known right away. Some creamy cashew notes join the profile. The draw is perfect. The burn is pretty much spot on too. The ash is salt&pepper gray and stacked. Ash held on firm til removal.

2nd
Notes of light roast coffee join the profile. Cinnamon spice becomes warmer. The smoke production is at the medium range. The finish is long with notes of cedar, hay, cashew, white chocolate, light roast coffee and warm cinnamon spice. Burn line is still razor sharp. Strength is medium.

Final/3rd
There is a pinch of crushed red pepper joining the warm cinnamon spice. The flavor profile remains consistent through to the nub.

Overall
The Southern Draw Rose of Sharon Robusto provides a very enjoyable smoking experience. A well balanced and flavorful profile with a perfect draw and burn.