Ashton - ESG 20 Year Salute Cigar Review
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- Brand: Ashton - ESG 20 Year Salute
- Length: 6.75 inches
- Ring Gauge: 49
- Overall Score: 4/5
Product Details
The Ashton - ESG 20 Year Salute is hand - made and originated from the Dominican Republic. It is in the Grand Robusto format with a size of 6.75 x 49. Both the wrapper, filler, and binder are from the Dominican Republic, and each cigar costs about $20.
Appearance
The cigar has a caramel wrapper with a slightly copper hue, no noticeable veins, and a faint oily sheen. It has a triple cap, and the band has a jet - black center with an ice - blue halo.
Taste
- Pre - light: Hints of barnyard, spice, and peppery notes.
- First part: Leather is most pronounced, with spice and pepper in the background, overlaid by a caramel - like sweetness.
- After the first inch: A sturdy white ash forms. After touch - up, caramel flavor is enhanced and accompanied by a nutty flavor.
- First half: Nutty caramel flavor persists. The caramel sweetness is central, and the smoke becomes spicier.
Drawbacks
There were issues with canoeing and the wrapper unraveling, which affected the cigar's value despite its high price.
Recommendation
It's recommended to smoke this cigar with some food in your stomach due to its relatively high nicotine content.