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Even though it's labeled full-strength, the balance surprised me—the Dominican blend stays rich without ever feeling harsh. That 5 x 50 size gave me a slow, consistent burn for over an hour, and the draw was smooth till the final third.

Burned slowly and evenly for a solid hour and twenty minutes, the 5x50 vitola holding its ash like a champ. Strength builds steadily from medium-full to full without ever turning harsh — exactly what I look for in a robusto.

The earthy notes hit right away, and the 5x50 robusto format held a consistent burn all the way through. Smoked it after dinner and the full strength was just right—definitely a go-to for a serious session.