The PDR 1878 Natural Roast Cafe Robusto brings coffee lovers a 5"x52 Dominican smoke with sweet infusions. At $5.50 per stick in 20-count boxes, this Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade-wrapped cigar starts as morning fuel and morphs into dessert companion. Its medium body carries coffee notes through three acts without overwhelming - think cafe con leche with extra foam.
The cold draw whispers caramelized sugar. Initial puffs deliver café au lait creaminess with almond undertones. Smoke output stays moderate - no fog machine effect here. Ash holds firm through the first inch, typical of PDR's tight roll technique.
Cocoa powder joins the party at the halfway mark. The coffee character shifts from light roast to French press intensity. Watch for subtle baking spices (cinnamon/nutmeg) that emerge when retrohaled. Burn stays razor-sharp without touch-ups.
Last third brings dulce de leche sweetness balancing the darker coffee tones. Slight pepper tingle develops on lips, though never crosses into harshness. Knock ash before the nub to avoid tar buildup common in infused cigars.
The oily wrapper maintains structural integrity down to 1" remaining. Cap cuts cleanly with guillotine cutter. While marketed as infused, the flavoring stays subtle compared to heavy-hitters like Acid Kuba Kuba. Pairs best with black coffee or aged rum to amplify inherent sweetness.
