San Cristobal La Punta Cigar Review
- Brand: San Cristobal La Punta
- Length: 5 ½ inches (140mm)
- Ring: 52
- Score: Draw: 5/6; Burn: 5/6; Flavour: 4/6; Aroma: 4/6; Strength: 5/6
General Information
The San Cristobal La Punta is a hand - made Cuban cigar in Torpedo format. It comes in a box of 25, and each cigar costs around $12.
Draw
Similar to other torpedo - shaped cigars, the draw is a bit tighter than classic shapes. The San Cristobal La Punta draws well with a nice resistance until the end, not too easy or hard, and smoke comes out without hard pulling.
Burn
Once lit, the cigar offers a lot of flavors. It burns and develops well. It can be left on the ashtray for a few minutes without needing to be relit.
Flavours
- On the palate, it has a rich and creamy taste with a light peppery note.
- Half - way through, a creamy musk flavor develops.
- It finishes with woody and mildly leathery notes.
Aroma
The cigar has an aroma with ginger - bread - type notes and great burnt - leather hints.
Strength
It offers a medium - to - full - bodied smoking experience. It takes 60 - 80 minutes to smoke. It's suitable for beginner smokers recommended by the shop.