Wrapped in its signature tobacco leaf packaging, the Leaf Connecticut Toro (6"x52) offers a smooth medium-bodied smoke perfect for afternoon relaxation. This Honduran puro features a Connecticut-seed wrapper grown under cloud cover, delivering consistent burn and approachable flavor profile at $9.45 per stick in 20-count bundles.
The pre-light draw reveals sweet hay notes with a distinct cedar wood undertone. The cap cuts cleanly, showing tight roll structure without visible seams.
Initial puffs deliver roasted almonds and cream texture, transitioning to vanilla pod sweetness at the 1" mark. Moderate smoke output with bright white ash formation.
Flavors intensify with baking spices and oatmeal cookie richness. Noticeable woodiness emerges without harshness. Perfect burn line requires no correction.
Cocoa powder and toasted cashew notes dominate. Slight pepper tingle appears at retrohale. Smoke temperature remains cool until nub despite increased nicotine presence.
The authentic tobacco leaf wrapper peels away to reveal a slightly oily Connecticut shade wrapper. Roll density feels firm but not hard, maintaining 85-90 minute smoke time. Box date codes show 12-18 month fermentation period.
