The La Aurora Original Blend Cameroon 1903 Cetros delivers a medium-bodied journey wrapped in its iconic Ecuadorian-grown Cameroon wrapper. Measuring 6 3/8"x41 in parejo shape, this box-pressed beauty comes in 20-count boxes priced at $135 - that's about $6.75 per stick. Let's dissect why this Dominican classic keeps showing up in humidors from Miami to Manila.
The cold draw reveals cinnamon-spiced chocolate. Upon lighting, burnt cedar and white pepper dominate with honey undertones. Watch the perfect salt-and-pepper ash build - this thing holds firm for 2+ inches before needing a tap.
Dominican fillers flex their muscles with roasted coffee and black cherry sweetness. The Cameroon wrapper introduces floral hints without overpowering. Draw tightens slightly here - keep your cutter ready for a strategic cap adjustment.
Leather and toasted nuts emerge as the spice mellows. Some testers report slight tar buildup in the last inch, but that Cameroon sweetness keeps things balanced. Average smoke time: 1hr15min with moderate nicotine kick.
Construction shines with seamless wrapper application. The box-press maintains integrity even in 65% RH environments. Pro tip: Drybox for 12 hours pre-smoke to maximize combustion consistency. Pair with aged rum or black coffee to complement the spice profile.
