Blackbird Cigar Finch Sumatra Robusto 4/25/20

Appearance

A light brown colored wrapper with a couple of prominent veins. The seams are not all tightly wrapped. There is a light oil sheen. The filler bunch is well packed with no apparent soft spots.

Aroma

Cedar, graham cracker, sugar and a hint of spice on the wrapper. Cedar, graham cracker, dried fruit and spice at the foot.

Prelight Draw

Cedar, floral, dried white fruit and spice.

1st

The initial draws bring notes of cedar, bread and a hint of white pepper spice. The draw is spot on. The burn is a little bit wavy. The ash is medium gray and stacked. The strength is at mild/medium. The smoke production is at the medium range. Graham cracker notes join the profile, while the spice begins to increase in intensity. Dry toast notes coat the palate. The ash holds firm and straight until removal.

2nd

Upon inspection of the working end I find a single tunnel just off the center of the cone which caused the minor wave in the burn line. The smoke production is at the high end of medium range. A pinch of black pepper spice joins the profile. The profile is well balanced and flavorful. Strength moves to medium. The finish is long with notes of cedar, dry toast, graham cracker and a white and black pepper spice combo.

Final/3rd

The well balanced and flavorful profile rolls into the final/3rd. Dark roast coffee notes join the profile. The profile remains consistent right to the nub.

Overall

The Blackbird Finch Sumatra Robusto provides an enjoyable smoking experience. A well balanced and flavorful profile with a perfect draw and mildly erratic burn.