Quai D'Orsay Coronas Claro Cigar Review
- Brand: Quai D'Orsay
- Length: 110 mm
- Ring: 50
- Score: Overall Rating: 3.5/5
Origin and History
Quai d’Orsay was created in the 70s at the request of President Valery Giscard d’Estaing. La Seita, a French tobacco monopoly, was commissioned to create it. It became the third non - Cuban named brand on the market. Over the past decade, there were regional editions in France, and this year Habanos S.A. relaunched it for a wider audience.
Appearance
The Quai d’Orsay No. 50 has a shiny and oily Colorado wrapper. It also features a new band with the cigar name (No. 50). Appearance rating is 4/5.
Construction
The cigar is perfectly rolled, packed with tobacco, and has a smooth pre - draw with slight resistance. Construction rating is 4/5.
Flavor
- First third: Some residue of ammoniac and slight bitterness hid the flavors. There was a hint of creaminess. Strength was very light, and draw was pleasant. Flavor rating in this part was relatively low.
- Second third: It got closer to expectations, with light strength, high - density smoke, low acidity, and remaining slight creaminess. Bitterness melted, and a slight sweetness remained. Finish was short.
- Last third: Stayed on the same strength, flavors, and aromas. The richness and thickness of the smoke were enjoyable. Flavor rating is 3.5/5.
Other details: Origin is Cuba, format is Petit Robusto, it's hand - made. Draw rating is 5/6, aroma rating is 3.5/6, consistency rating is 4/6.