Construction
I was surprised when I picked up the smal cigar. The fact the Flor de selva Egoista had a ring gauge of 56 (22mm), a ring gauge that is mostly found in Gordo, thicker toros and robusto grande made me think it would be a little heavier even though it was a short i length (3 1/2 inch, 89mm). It was so light that it almost felt like a feather in the palm of your hand. Flor the Selva Egoista i believe could have been rolled to a smaller ring gauge but but then in probably wouldn’t had the perfect draw it had or given that powerful feel it conveys. The cigar was a little softer then many others and had a silky oily feeling to it.
Band impression
As I looked at the white paper band i got the feeling of wedding cigar or luxurious everyday smoke. The powerful feeling of the cigar in combination with the paper band had some how a magical feeling to it.
Blend
The Flor de selva Egoista was a puro made from 100% Hunduran tobacco.
Wrapper: Honduras – Binder: Honduras – Filler: Honduras
Size
The vitola we reviewed was a short Robusto with a impressive ring gauge.
Egoista size: 56×3 1/2: (ring gauge 22mm Lenth 89mm)
Scent
When I smelled the cigar I was pleasantly surprised. Many times you are met with aromas of farm and hay, but not from the Flor De Selva Egoista cigar. The wrapper had a soft scent of Florality and leather while the filler brought aromas of fruitiness, nuts and hay. You could say it was a teaser and you could undoubtedly have the cigar next to you at work and enjoy the scent from time to time.
Cold draw
The cold draw was incredibly soft and airy. The flavors the cold draw wasn’t particularly unique and were not reminiscent of the scent. The flavors i felt from the cigar were hay and oats.
Lets light up the Flor de Selva Egoista
The first thing the Egoista cigar presented was a creamy, thick and rich texture. The kind of texture that fills your taste buds with joy thanks to its smoothness. The flavors i felt were pepper, woody flavors that reminded me of a combination of oak and cedar wood, roasted nuts, florality, espresso and leather. Accompanying the dominant flavors in the background were nuances of dried fruits, herbs, dark chocolate and saltiness. The retrohale slightly tickled my nose and gave nuances of white pepper and wood.
If you put your full focus on Flor De Selva Egoista, it really rewards you; there are many flavors to feel and an incredible balance between them.
Nub
When I got to the nub I was surprised, I thought considering the cigar had had the same taste from the beginning to the nub it would continue in the same way, but there was a shift in flavors. The texture became creamy and buttery at the same time. The flavors I was surprised with were cedar wood, licorice, ground dark roasted coffee beans, dried herbs, hay and a sweetness reminiscent of honey and vanilla sugar. The retrohalation became smooth and the nuance I felt was wood.
After taste
Walnut
Draw
The draw was incredibly smooth, Neither too tight nor loose.
Burn quality
The cigar burned incredibly straight and you can smoke it incredibly slowly.
Body
The body of Flor de Selva Egoista was medium.
Smoke time
The Egoista cigar burns incredibly slowly, you don’t need to take puffs every 60 second to keep it alive. It took approximately 50 minutes to smoke it.
Price
After our searches, we found that the average price for the Flor De Selva Egoista cigar is around 11-12 dollars.
Conclusion
Flor De Selva Egoista is a incredibly well-balanced cigar with a medium body. The flavors you can expect are everything from earthy, fruity and sweet. It burns incredibly slowly and gives more time then expected. The body that is medium makes it suitable for both the beginners and experienced smokers. If I compare price vs taste vs quality I think its low in price compared to what you get in return.
Who would I recommend the Flor de Selva Egoista cigar to
- The beginner who is looking to widen their experiences
- If you are looking for a luxurious everyday day smoke
- The seasoned aficionado who enjoys complexity with out to much changes in flavors
- If you want a great cigar to your morning coffee
Faq
This cigar typically offers a balanced mix of cedar, soft spices, earthiness, fruits, espresso and subtle sweetness. The flavor progression is gentle, making it ideal for smokers who appreciate a creamy, medium-bodied profile.
Yes The Flor de selva Egoista is a Beginner’s friendly cigar. The cigar offers a medium body and a smooth complexity which makes it soft on the palette.
The Flor de Selva Egoista falls in the medium body range. It delivers plenty of flavor without overwhelming body, making it a friendly cigar for beginners and enjoyable for seasoned smokers alike.
The time it takes to smoke the Egoista cigar is approximately 50 minutes. Even though it is a short cigar, its extremely slow burning gives it the “long” time to smoke.
The Flor the Selva Classic Egoista has a medium body. It delivers plenty of flavor without overwhelming strength, making it friendly for beginners and enjoyable for seasoned smokers alike.
The cigarsbpairs nicely with light coffees, soft white wines, mellow rums, and mild whiskies. The classic Egoista balanced profile and medium body works best with beverages that won’t overshadow its delicate flavors.
Flor de Selva Classic egoista is a Hundurian puro. This means that the tobacco in the blend is from Honduras and it is also rolled in Honduras.
Wrapper: Honduras – Binder: Honduras – Filler: Honduras
The Classic Egoista is well suited for smokers who appreciate a medium bodied cigar with clean, refined flavors. Its short format makes it ideal for those who want a premium experience without a long smoking commitment and also formoments when you have about 50 minutes to spare. Newer smokers enjoy it because it’s gentle and approachable, while experienced cigar enthusiasts value the craftsmanship, smooth burn, and balanced Honduran profile. It’s a great choice for anyone looking for a relaxed, elegant cigar to smoke.
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