Curivari Buenaventura BV Petit Maduro

The draw on this little robusto is just right—not too tight, not too loose—and the ash held firm past the halfway mark. It's a solid medium-full smoke that never got harsh, even as it warmed up toward the end.

The smoke stayed lit perfectly from start to finish, and the burn was razor-sharp. That medium-to-full body hits just right without turning harsh, a very balanced stick for the price point.

Finally got around to smoking one of these and the construction held together perfectly, no touch-ups needed. For a medium to full stick, the flavor stayed smooth and balanced all the way down to the nub.