Cusano 18 year maduro robusto

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One thing right off the bat...WOW!

I can't recall where I got this but I think it was from a sampler. If it's the one think it is then it's been resting for about 2 months.

Pre-light draw is perfect, not to tight and not too loose. Good tobacco flavor.

Toasted the foot, waited a few more seconds and lit it up. Lots of smoke right off the bat. Good tobacco sweetness coming through withing the first inch and then a gradual peppery feeling. First "real" 1/3 was very strong but smooth, alternating with a peppery sweetness, but not too sweet.

Second 1/3 added hints of cedar and leather. Still had the peppery sweetness with it but the aromas blended well. Lots of smoke still.

Last 1/3 brought a big hit of pepper and even more body. I wouldn't say strong but then there's not too many cigars that have the amount of nicotine to do that (copenhagen chewer for 20+ years).

Lots of smoke throught the whole cigar. I liked it so much I darn near burned my fingers.

Only had to touch it up once, other than that one time burn rate was right on.

I will definately smoke one of these again.
I noticed that CI is sold out on the boxes and I can see why.

Eric