Each Saturday and Sunday we’ll post a Quick Smoke: not quite a full review, just our brief take on a single cigar.

Way back in November, Patrick A gave the Cusano 18 a sub-standard two stogie rating. Undeterred, I recently lit one of these robustos up to see if I could get a better result. Unfortunately, the result wasn’t much better; the same harsh chemical flavor greeted me that was so accurately described in the review. Occasionally, when the chemical taste subsided, I was greeted with lovely butter and nut flavors. Still, despite these few enjoyable moments and excellent construction, I cannot recommend the Cusano 18 Robusto.

Verdict = Sell.

-Patrick S

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