A “classy” stick with light veins and a smooth surface, the XO had a “grassy,” “greener-tasting” dry draw, followed by a flavor alternatively termed “nutty” and “saddle soap” (the latter in a good way). The ash was firm and gray, and the aftertaste was considered “light, pleasant, not sharp” by one taster, who went on to re-emphasize that the overall experience with this light-bodied cigar as “very pleasant.”

Wrapper: Ecuador
Binder: Dominican Republic
Filler: Dominican Republic
$9.40/Stick
$235.00/Box of 25
Conclusion: WORTHY

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