The Carlos André Cast Off Robusto is one of the cigars produced by the Carlos André brand, which has its origins dating back to 1817 with the founder of the family, Arnold André. The brand offers three distinct lines, one of which is the Cast Off, featuring four different references.
For the Cast Off line, the cigars are crafted using a blend of Brazilian and Dominican tobaccos for the filler. They are wrapped in a Mexican binder and finished with a Connecticut Shade Desflorado wrapper, grown in Ecuador and aged for five years.
The cigar is rolled in a shiny Colorado Claro-colored wrapper that reflects yellow hues. Its texture is smooth, with lightly marked veins. The construction could be better since there are some gaps in the filling.
- Country of Origin: Dominican Republic
- Size: 48 x 130 mm (5 1/8″)
- Wrapper: Ecuador
- Binder: Mexico
- Filler: Brazil, Dominican Republic
- Price: $ – | € 15
Carlos Andrè Cast Off Robusto: floral and cork notes are perceptible in the cold draw, enriched by a subtle spicy background.
Once lit, the smoke is sapid on the palate, expressing citrus, wood, and earth notes with spicy nuances. The strength is light (1/5).
In the central section, the sapidity remains consistent while a slight acidity emerges—intense notes of wood are accompanied by subtler spicy and cellulose undertones. The strength increases to a medium-light level (2/5).
In the final third, the acidic note is replaced by a light bitterness that does not unbalance the smoke. The sapid component remains consistent throughout. The woodiness is prominent, accompanied by hints of cellulose and white pepper. The strength remains unchanged.
The Carlos Andrè Cast Off Robusto provides a straightforward yet intriguing smoking experience that can be quite satisfying. While the range of aromas is limited, they are well-distributed throughout the smoke. The mild strength complements the flavor profile, although a bit more strength could have enhanced the experience. The limited evolution and slightly unbalanced profile do affect the overall perception of the cigar.