CAO Flathead V660 Carb Cigar Review

• Brand: CAO Flathead V660 Carb
• Length: 6 Inches
• Ring: 60
• Score: 3.5/5

Product Introduction

The CAO Flathead V660 Carb cigars are hand - made in Nicaragua. The format is Toro Gordo, size 6 x 60. The wrapper is Connecticut Broadleaf, filler comes from Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic, and the binder is Ecuador Connecticut. Each cigar costs around $8 - 9.

Appearance

The presentation gets a 5/5 rating. The Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper is very dark brown with a few prominent veins and a smooth look. The 60 - ring gauge and box - pressed shape are eye - catching. The packaging and band have a vintage appeal.

Construction

It has a 2.5/5 rating. The cigar is tightly packed, resulting in a tight draw. The burn is uneven, sometimes self - correcting, but often needing manual adjustment.

Flavor

With a 4/5 rating, the flavor profile is as follows:

• One third: Initial flavors include vanilla, coffee, fruit, cedar, natural tobacco, something floral with an earthy undertone, and a nutty bread or cake flavor.
• Two thirds: The nutty flavor fades. Molasses, leather, and sweet hay emerge, while coffee and pastry flavors remain prominent.
• Three thirds: It becomes creamy. Vanilla drops off, coffee remains strong, other flavors fade, and there's a hint of pepper.

Value

It has a 3/5 rating. The cost isn't high, but better construction is expected at this price.

The CAO Flathead V660 Carb cigars are designed with a box - press shape inspired by classic American hot - rod engine blocks, reflected in the band and packaging. Despite great visual design and flavors, construction issues prevent it from getting a higher overall score.