Ramon Allones Specially Selected Cigar Review

• Brand: Ramon Allones Specially Selected
• Length: 4 7/8 inches (124mm)
• Ring Gauge: 50
• Score: Overall Rating: 5/5 (Appearance: 4/5, Construction: 5/5, Flavor: 5/5, Value: 5/5)

Appearance

The cigar has a rustic look with a 50 ring gauge and 4.8-inch length, offering a 60 - 70 minute smoking experience. It's mildly box - pressed, well - balanced in the hand. The Colorado shade wrapper has a few tiny green water stains near the cap, some visible veins, and a simple band. After aging, tiny specs of plume start to appear.

Construction

The wrapper, which seemed likely to unravel, stayed intact during the smoke. The draw was perfect, and getting a large amount of smoke was effortless. The burn was even and at a comfortable rate, with no need for touch - up or re - lighting. The cigar was nicely rolled with no soft spots.

Flavor

• Pre - light: Aroma had cedar tones and sweet tobacco scents. The pre - light draw was sweet and mouth - watering.
• First third: Started with cedar and cracked pepper, then gave way to black cherry, honey - sweetened coffee, and mild nutty undertones. It remained sweet with small hints of salt on the lips, like a creamy cappuccino.
• Middle: A mild and short - lived bitterness appeared but quickly gave way to sweet coffee, honey, black cherry, nutty, and subtle pepper flavors.
• Final third: Flavors were well - blended. The finish got a bit longer, but it's best not to smoke it to the nub.

Value

In Cuba, it costs $4.95 per stick or $123.75 for a box of 25, cheaper than some other popular robustos. It's a great value for a full - bodied, flavorful cigar.

Origin: Cuba. Format: Robusto. Weight: 11.66 g. Hand - Made. Price: $230 for a box of 25 in some cases. It's medium - strength in nicotine and is recommended to be smoked after dinner. Aging for a couple of years can enhance the experience. It's also a good choice for novice cigar smokers.