Quick Smoke: CAO Costa Rica Escaparate 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.

This cigar, from CAO’s small batch Escaparate series, is exclusive to the Orlando-based Corona Cigar Company. It features a Costa Rican maduro wrapper, Ecuadorian binder, and Nicaraguan filler from Estelí, Jalapa, and Condega. The Corona Gorda (6.5 x 50) is a very sweet, medium-bodied smoke. It features milk chocolate, clove, subtle leather, and just a hint of spice in the second half. Construction is excellent. This is a very enjoyable smoke that has some unique qualities.

Verdict = Buy.

–Patrick S

photo credit: Stogie Guys