Aladino Cameroon Reserva Toro

The Aladino Cameroon Reserva Toro is a premium cigar notable for being a Cameroon puro—that is, it is made entirely from Cameroon-seed tobacco, all grown in Honduras. It is currently offered in a single size: 6" x 52 Toro.

Key Features:

• Wrapper, Binder, Filler: All are Honduran-grown Cameroon-seed tobacco, marking it as a true Cameroon puro—an exceptionally rare trait in the cigar industry.

• Origin & Production: Crafted at Fábrica de Puros Aladino at Las Lomas Jamastran, Honduras. The tobacco comes from the JRE Tobacco farm, overseen by the Eiroa family, who have been notable for their innovation in Honduran tobacco agronomy.

• Release & Availability: Officially released in June/July 2024, it was initially offered to select Aladino-branded lounges before wider distribution. It is also available in select international markets (e.g., Hong Kong, Malaysia, United Kingdom).

Appearance and Construction:

• The cigar sports a classic Colorado (reddish clay) wrapper with a smooth, silky look, light tooth, and visible but minimally intrusive veins.

• It is adorned with a primary Aladino band, a secondary “Cameroon Reserva” band, and a burgundy ribbon at the foot for added visual distinction.

Flavor Profile:

• The cigar offers a unique flavor experience characterized by:

  • Cameroon sweetness (sometimes with notes reminiscent of peanut brittle or syrupy tobacco)

  • Dry, spicy-sweet texture

  • Red pepper, nuts/peanut brittle, English tea with milk, and suede-like transitions as the smoke develops.

• Additional tastes reported include cedar, hay, earth, soft tobacco, and hints of white pepper spice and mixed nuts.

Smoking Experience:

• The strength is described as medium (at best), prioritizing nuance and complexity over power.

• Pre-light aromas tend toward dry, earthy, and sweet characteristics—notes include cedar, hay, and, in some cases, subtle barnyard and cereal grains (like Raisin Bran).

Significance:

• The Aladino Cameroon Reserva Toro is considered innovative for its agricultural achievements and blending, combining classic Cameroon cigar sweetness and spice nuances with the unique terroir of Honduras.

• It is widely cited as the first premium cigar made entirely of Cameroon-seed tobacco grown outside Africa (in Honduras).

Important Caveats:

• The focus on Cameroon-seed tobacco grown in Honduras means the taste may differ from true African-grown Cameroon, offering a distinctive, often richer or differently nuanced profile.

• Availability remains somewhat limited due to small-batch production and its premium price point.

In summary: This cigar is highly regarded by reviewers for its ambition, uniqueness, and refined, balanced flavor, earning it high accolades and “Cigar of the Year” consideration in 2024.