Quick Smoke: CAO Gold Corona Gorda

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

With terrific lines like Black, Brazilia, and Criollo, I’ve turned into quite the CAO fan. Maybe that’s why I had such high expectations for the 6 1/2 inch by 50 ring gauge Gold Corona Gorda. With an Ecuadorian wrapper and Nicaraguan filler tobaccos, the flavor is mild and creamy, and I have no complaints about construction. The only problem is this $4 cigar is missing that wow factor I’ve come to expect from CAO. Still, it’s certainly not a bad smoke, and I’d be interested to see how the blend reacts to some aging.

Verdict = Hold.

–Patrick A

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