Description
The La Flor Dominicana Reserva Especial Gran Robusto is a well-regarded cigar in the La Flor Dominicana (LFD) portfolio, offering a balanced and flavorful experience wrapped in a Connecticut shade wrapper with a Dominican core.
Key Details
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Size: 5 1/2 x 60 (Gran Robusto)
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Wrapper: Connecticut (Ecuadorian Connecticut seed in some sources)
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Binder: Dominican or Nicaraguan (varies by source; some specify Nicaraguan binder, others Dominican)
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Filler: Dominican Republic (often Piloto Cubano)
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Origin: Dominican Republic
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Strength: Medium to full (some sources note it as full-bodied, but most describe it as medium-full)
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Packaging: Available in boxes of 24 or 200, and as singles
Flavor Profile
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Initial Notes: Cola nut, caramel, citrus, and a touch of mint
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Middle Third: Pepper, faint florals, cedar, and nuttiness
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Finish: Smooth, with hints of leather and mild red pepper, toasty and nutty
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Overall: The cigar is praised for its balance of sweet and bitter flavors, with a creamy and complex profile that evolves throughout the smoke
Construction and Experience
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Construction: Consistently described as excellent, with a flawless appearance, seamless roll, and reliable burn
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Draw: Smooth and easy
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Smoke Output: Generous, with a creamy texture
