First Impressions: Gran Habano 3 Siglos Robusto

This brand seemed to burst on the scene when the gran corona made it into the Top 25 Cigars by Cigar Aficionado in 2007. The cigar has a Nicaraguan shade-grown corojo, with Nicaraguan Habano binder, and Nicaraguan, Colombian, and Costa Rican Filler. The corojo wrapper on this recent 5 pack is a lot darker then the previous ones I have smoked and the flavor profile was slightly different then I remember them to be, but it was still a pleasant cigar. The robusto is 5''x52 ring and had a slightly uneven burn and an effortless draw. The stick started with a blast of spice, but quickly mellowed into a woody flavor with cinnamon and spice undertones. Towards the end of the cigar, it developed a meaty flavor with a hint of coffee. Overall a very enjoyable cigar.

Final Verdict-Hit