Nick Perdomo's 30th Anniversary Connecticut Robusto comes packed in 30-count boxes, measuring a comfortable 5" x 54 ring gauge. This Nicaraguan puro features a golden-hued Connecticut wrapper aged in bourbon barrels - a talking point that justifies its $324/box price tag. The medium-full bodied stick plays an interesting game of balancing approachable smoothness with complex undertones.
First Third: Creamy texture dominates with roasted almonds and faint honey sweetness. The bourbon barrel-aging shows through as vanilla essence lingers behind earthy notes. Burn line stays razor-sharp despite the 54 ring gauge.
Middle Third: Transition brings cedar spice and hazelnut richness. White pepper tingle appears on retrohale without overpowering. Smoke output increases noticeably - two thick plumes per draw.
Final Third: Mineral undertones emerge beneath the persistent cream base. Some testers report slight nicotine kick in the last inch. Ash holds firmly in 1" segments.
Perdomo's triple fermentation process softens the Nicaraguan fillers from Estelí, Jalapa and Condega. The Connecticut wrapper undergoes 15 months of bourbon barrel conditioning - not just aging, but active flavor interaction. This explains the vanilla-caramel nuances uncommon in typical shade-grown wrappers.
Cigar Aficionado's 92-point rating highlights its "harmonious balance", while 73% of users on CigarScanner app praise its morning smoke suitability. Critical feedback centers on limited vintage availability rather than flavor issues.
