Quick Smoke: Avo Heritage Short Corona

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.”

A few years ago, Avo underwent a revamp by its parent company, Davidoff. Many retailers put older stock on discount, which is where this cigar comes from. The petite-sized Short Corona showcases the full-bodied flavors of the line, which has a dark, sun-grown Ecuadorian wrapper over a Dominican binder and Dominican and Peruvian filler. Strong leather, charred oak, nutmeg spice, and earth are all evident in the little smoke. It isn’t my favorite size in the Avo Heritage line, but don’t overlook the Short Corona if you want a tasty 30-minute smoke.

Verdict = Buy.

–Patrick S

photo credit: Stogie Guys