Quick Smoke: Davidoff Robusto 100

Each Saturday and Sunday we’ll post a Quick Smoke: not quite a full review, just our brief verdict on a single cigar of “buy,” “hold,” or “sell.”

Created in honor of Zino Davidoff’s 100th birthday in 2006, this robusto features the same blend as the Davidoff Diademas Finas. It has a veiny Ecuadorian wrapper tightly stretched around Dominican filler and binder tobaccos. After an uninspired first few puffs I was worried. Fortunately, the cigar comes into its own quickly with deep mild- to medium-bodied toasty flavors and creamy cinnamon. At over $15 each, it’s a steep price to pay but worthy of a special occasion.

Verdict = Buy.

–Patrick S

photo credit: Stogie Guys