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Andrew Gomez

04 Dec 2008
09:49 (EST)

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The Robusto will sell on appearance alone with its deep dark wrapper and, of course, the Camacho name. The flavor, a medium-bodied ditty with a spicy kick throughout the smoke, is not as extravagant and glorious compared with its other exceptional qualities. Regardless, this is far from being a bad stick simply because it delivers, period. Get the Robusto for all its worth.

Jack Spanotzik

30 Nov 2008
09:44 (EST)

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I was promised by a good friend a whole box of Camacho Negro Robusto. When I got it, I was impressed by the packaging. It came in a very attractive looking box. The cigars were well wrapped and I could see that they were rolled just right. I have already smoked 5 of these. For some, I have nothing but good things to say. But for one 2 out of 5, I had some issues with the draw. I had to suck so hard just to get some smoke. That lasted for about half of the whole stick. It was stressful and frustrating. I just hope those 2 were the last of the “rotten apples” in the whole box.

Eric Cornell

30 Nov 2008
06:51 (EST)

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Smokes like a much more expensive cigar -- specifically, the Padron Anniversario.  They say this is meant to be a cheaper taste-alike, so of course I had to try it.  Well it's not a Padron, but it IS a very good smoke, box-pressed and hefty to hold.  The Mexican maduro wrap makes for a slight peppery harshness, but with a complex range of flavors (pepper to chocolate to coffee then back again) and lots of aromatic smoke for around $6, I'm happy. 

Michael Hubbs

24 Nov 2008
12:12 (EST)

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Nitpicking the Robusto would be close to impossible because there is a lot of great thing about the cigar that smokers will find impressive. The elegant appearance and sturdy construction would be the first two that will make a visceral impression. The straight burn paved way for the sweet chocolate profile to impose on the smokers, something that will leave them satisfied. Once the sweetness has planted its feet in the cigar, the earthy flavor emerges from the middle of the smoke, putting complexity on the stogie without compromising the established profile. Once the smokers are done, they'll find themselves taking out another Robusto from the box to smoke.

Michael Damon

20 Nov 2008
10:05 (EST)

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Good earthy taste with some chocolate coffee flavor. I like it mild but strong enough to enjoy the taste. The construction is good and the burn was even. Draw was a little tight at times but didn't really affect the whole experience with this cigar. Kinda pricey but I can deal with it.