Let's talk about the Zino Nicaragua Robusto - a 5-inch robusto with 54 ring gauge that comes in packs of four. This Nicaraguan puro from Davidoff's Zino line brings medium-bodied smoke priced at $28.50 per stick. The Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper hides Semilla 56 Seco binder and Nicaraguan fillers that punch above their weight class.
The cold draw serves up cedar with faint floral notes. Upon lighting, earthy coffee grounds dominate with background nuttiness. Smoke output feels restrained - you'll get wisps rather than plumes. Burn line stays sharp despite the thick ring gauge.
At the halfway point, the promised dark chocolate emerges alongside baking spices. There's detectable white pepper tingle on retrohale without actual heat. The ash holds firm in 1-inch segments, showing decent fermentation. Some might find the sweetness cloying without bitter counterpoints.
Approaching the band, leather and mineral flavors take over. The last inch brings noticeable nicotine kick - not full-bodied but warns you it's time to stop. Performance-wise, no relights needed if smoked slowly, though the draw tightens slightly near conclusion.
