Diplomaticos No. 2 Cigar Review

• Brand Name: Diplomaticos
• Length: 156mm
• Ring: 52
• Score: 3.5/5

Product Introduction

The Diplomaticos No. 2 Cigar is the only Diplomaticos in regular production. The brand was founded in 1966, offering a more affordable option in the Cuban cigars market. It has a Piramide vitola.

Appearance

It has a Colorado Maduro shade wrapper that is oily and toothy with large veins. It gives off a rich and leathery pre - light smell, and gets a 4.5/5 rating.

Construction

Overall well - made. The draw is generally perfect, though it had a staggered draw needing a couple of touch - ups. It is rated 4/5.

Flavor

• One third: The first half is earthy and peppery, with some leather notes around the mid - section.
• Two thirds: As it progresses into the second half, the peppery taste is replaced by black licorice.
• Three thirds: The black licorice taste intensifies towards the end. It is a medium - full bodied smoke, rated 3.5/5.

Value

Pricing varies, and it costs around $8 each. At this price, it's a great buy, rated 4/5.

It's hand - made, weighs 14.26g, and is from Cuba. The Diplomaticos No. 4 and No. 5 have been discontinued.