Let's talk about the Foundation The Wise Man Maduro Robusto - a 5.5" x 50 stick that's basically dessert in cigar form. This Nicaraguan puro comes dressed in that signature dark San Andrés wrapper we all love, packing 25 per box at around $10 a pop. Burn time? Grab a comfy chair, this'll take you a good 75 minutes.
The cold draw serves up molasses sweetness. Initial puffs hit with black pepper and cedar spice that'll tingle your nose. Watch for that San Andrés signature - dark chocolate notes emerge around the inch mark. Burn line stays razor-sharp if you've kept this at 65% RH.
Spice mellows into espresso territory with a creamy walnut undertone. Retrohale reveals why Maduro lovers obsess - dried cherry notes pop through the smoke. Ash holds firm past the band. Pro tip: pair with black coffee to amplify the cocoa.
Leather and earth take center stage, though there's still enough sweetness to balance. Nub carefully - tar buildup happens around the last inch. Warm cinnamon finish lingers like good bourbon aftertaste. Leaves you craving another despite the full-bodied punch.
That oily wrapper isn't just for show - survives pocket carry better than most. Triple cap stays intact through punch cuts. Box dates matter here; 6+ months aging really makes the transitions pop. Only gripe? Wind makes it burn faster - keep this one for calm days.
