The Foundation The Tabernacle CT Broadleaf Robusto hits hard with its 5x50 frame, packing Nicaraguan filler wrapped in Connecticut's signature oily broadleaf. Priced at $255.60 per box of 24, this AJ Fernandez-rolled stick walks the line between approachable and bold - perfect for those transitioning into fuller smokes.
Initial draws release bitter chocolate and espresso grounds, with Connecticut broadleaf's characteristic earthiness. Black pepper spice lingers on retrohale, while the dense smoke leaves oily residue on the palate.
Sweetness emerges through maple syrup notes against cedar woodiness. The San Andrés binder pushes forward burnt caramel flavors, accompanied by increasing leather tones that complement rather than overpower.
Nicaraguan fillers dominate with black cherry acidity and baking spices. Cocoa bitterness balances residual sweetness, though tar buildup requires purging past the 45-minute mark. Expect noticeable nicotine strength.
The veiny Connecticut broadleaf wrapper shows visible toothiness, requiring initial touch-ups but maintaining sharp burn lines after first inch. Compact ash holds through multiple taps, revealing alternating gray/white layers. Box-pressed variants offer tighter draws.
