Arturo Fuente Añejo Reserva No. 55 Cigar Review
- Brand: Arturo Fuente Añejo Reserva No. 55
- Length: 152 mm (6 inches)
- Ring: 55
- Score: 3.5/5
General Information
The Añejo Reserva No. 55 is a Piramide (Torpedo) shaped cigar from the Dominican Republic. It has a wrapper of Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro, with binder and filler from Dominican Republic, and is hand - made. The tobacco is aged in cognac barrels for 6 - 8 months. It comes in a cedar sleeve. The MSRP is around $10 each, but may be hard to find at this price due to some retailers' price - gouging. It's usually released around Christmas and Father's Day.
Appearance
It has a rustic look with a dark, oily wrapper. It's firm to the touch, has a sturdy head and a large vein on one side. It has an inviting smell and is well - made despite its rough appearance. Rating: 4/5.
Construction
The cigar has a nice draw but doesn't produce a lot of smoke. It burns evenly with a stiff, light gray ash, and the sturdy head holds up well during the smoke. Rating: 4/5.
Flavor
- First part: It starts smooth, showing aged tobaccos, with a taste of black licorice, hints of bitterness and espresso, and a dry finish like gin.
- Second half: The taste of anise intensifies.
- End: Dark cocoa flavors appear. It's medium - full in body and strength. Rating: 3/5.
Value
The price of around $10 is fair, but hard to find at this price. Rating: 3.5/5.