The cigar surprised thanks to its price vs taste and quality.

Construction

Even though the cigar had some softer parts the glow line was incredibly even and never had to be adjusted.

Wrapper: Connecticut shade Ecuador – Binder: Indonesia – Filler: Indonesia

Scent and cold draw

The wrapper of the Drew Estate factory smoke shade robusto had a scent of farmyard while the filler had a scent of hay. The cold draw offered me flavors of hay and herbs.

Lets light up the Drew Estate factory smoke shade robusto

The Drew Estate factory smoke shade robusto was not particularly complex and the flavors I felt from the beginning were the same until the end. There was no special texture, just a light airy creaminess. The flavors the cigar offered were hay, herbs, general pepperiness, classic tobacco and biscuit. In the background there were shades of general sweetness, cinnamon, coffee and florality. The retrohalation was rough and gave shades of hay and white pepper.

After taste

Walnut

Body

Mild

Smoke time

45 minutes

Conclusion

Drew Estate factory smoke shade robusto is a great value cigar considering the low price. The cigar is not complex and gives the same flavors from start to finish. The cigar is suitable for those who like more earthy flavors. A perfect everyday cigar. If I compare price vs taste vs quality, I think it is where it should be.

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