Macanudo Emissary España Robusto
STRENGTH: ••••
SIZE: 52 x 127mm (5”)
PRICE: $ 14.99 | € 11.5
TIME: 45min
COUNTRY: Honduras
WRAPPER: USA
BINDER: Nicaragua
FILLER: Col., D.R., Nica., Spain
The new line is called Emissary and is supposed to highlight European-grown tobacco. For its first launch, the Macanudo Emissary has ventured to Spain (hence the España-Spanish for Spain-in the name). The Robusto is a bold and dark smoke, with the mix of tobaccos creating a complex and unique experience.
Once lit, the cigar opens with a combination of salted nuts and cream. Cocoa and cinnamon are added to the profile. An earthy nuance comes through as well. The salted nuts, cinnamon, and cocoa are joined by leather, earth and cream in the background. The finale becomes spicy.
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