Camacho Corojo

Purchased: Robusto (5 X 50) Single
Shop: Phoenix Humidor, Grass Valley, CA
Price Paid: $14.00 for a single
Buy again? Yup. It’s spectacular!

In all the years that I’ve been smoking cigars there have been a few where even after the first few puffs, I knew I was going to not just enjoy the rest of the smoke but absolutely fall in love with it. This cigar is one of those.

I absolutely adore Corojo wrapped cigars. It has a definite spiciness about it but maybe it’s just me but there is a lingering sweetness on the finish. The Gran Habano Vintage 2002, while a far less appreciated cigar than the Camacho has this quality. Granted it’s not for everyone but I dig it.

But other than that, this is probably one of the best looking cigars I’ve ever seen. And I’m not talking about the label. I actually think the label is a little obnoxious. It’s the smooth wrapper that carries a gorgeous layer of oil. When I took it out of its cellophane wrapper, I just shook my head and grinned. The stick was practically oozing oils.

The cigar is tightly rolled get the draw is amazingly smooth and easy with just a little bit of tension. That is exactly how I like my smokes.

This is a real spicy cigar. I wasn’t sure if I would like that but in addition to the spice you get a creamy finish. But it is also packed with a variety of flavors like cedar, roasted pecan, leather, toast, white pepper, and even a hint of sage. Then the finish adds the touch of dark honey. Damn! I’m enjoying this cigar!

Rated as a medium cigar, it stays that way throughout the whole smoke. I smoked half of it so far and I do not taste it getting stronger and moving into a heavier range.

I know I have mentioned in the past that I prefer cigars that don’t have too much nicotine. This cigar sits on the border of being a bit of an ass kicker. But unlike other strong nicotine cigars I’ve had, it doesn’t get me dizzy. But it does give me a good buzz. From that perspective, this is one that I would save for smoking late at night with a good glass cognac.

Yeah, I will be stocking up on these.


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