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Crowned Heads Le Careme Robusto

This box-pressed robusto delivers dessert-inspired indulgence at $9.45 per stick. Measuring 5"x50 with an oily Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper, it promises French pastry vibes without the calorie guilt. Hand-rolled in the Dominican Republic, the dark-hued stick comes packed 24 to a box - perfect for smokers who prefer sweeter profiles with medium strength.

Key Specs

  • Brand: Crowned Heads
  • Price: $226.80/box (24ct)
  • Format: Robusto
  • Size: 5" x 50 ring
  • Strength: Medium (3/5)
  • Wrapper: USA Connecticut Broadleaf
  • Binder: Ecuadorian Sumatra
  • Filler: Nicaraguan

Smoking Journey

First Third

The cold draw whispers dark chocolate. Initial puffs bring singed caramel and black pepper that quickly settles into a creamy mocha base. Broadleaf's signature earthy sweetness emerges through even combustion - think charred marshmallow crust without campfire bitterness.

Mid Section

At the halfway point, bakers spices take center stage. Cinnamon-dusted espresso beans blend with toasted almond notes. The Sumatra binder contributes dried fruit undertones while maintaining steady burn line. Retrohale reveals hidden maple syrup nuances.

Final Stretch

Last third amps up nicotine gently, introducing leathery depth to balance sweetness. Baking spices fade into dark cocoa territory with occasional licorice zing. Ash holds firm through final inches despite increased tar buildup. Ends before becoming cloying at 65-minute mark.

Peer Comparison

  • Rocky Patel Vintage 1990 Robusto (5"x50) - Cocoa core with sharper earthiness
  • Drew Estate Liga No.9 Robusto (5"x52) - Bolder espresso notes, less sweetness
  • My Father Le Bijou Robusto (5.25"x54) - Similar creaminess with spicy kick
  • Padron 1964 Robusto (5.25"x50) - Richer caramel notes, aged tobacco character

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