Cigar Reviewed: CAO Flathead

Smoked at: Bella Vista, AR

Wrapper and foot have a subtle leather and earth aroma. Cold draw is molasses and chocolate. On light up I get earth, molasses, chocolate, and black pepper on the retrohale. Into the first third some cedar, baking spice, and cream fall in with the other notes. All notes are very smooth but bold. Notes hold into the second third with a hint of black licorice occasionally on the back end. Burn was somewhat uneven until about the halfway point then it straightened up. Smoke is thick, creamy, and abundant. The final third the licorice fades away and a dark roast coffee note comes in. This stick held flavor notes consistently from light up to the nub with only slight variations. I can see why this was a #3 in the top 25