CAO Criollo Brand Reviews | Famous Smoke Shop

"the best of the best"

CAO is one of the best the criollo is the best of the best. I have smoked to day the first one and enjoyed every minute.It's well full bodied with a wonderfull taste, I like the light sweet aroma that stays in mouth even after you finish smoking. I smoked many CAO's and enjoyed them but the criollo is special. To sumerize - the best of the best

Simcha in Israel September 24, 2008

"A great substitute for a real Cuban cigar!"

I recently was on a trip and had a chance to smoke some real Cuban cigars. This cigar really brought back the memories of the real Cuban cigars I was lucky enough to have. Solid construction. Good draw. Nice aroma. Smooth, yet full-bodied...all the way to the nub! No bitter after taste. It leaves wanting more! I am truly spoiled now, since having this cigar. I honestly rank this cigar 10/10! Goes great with a Hacker Pschorr beer.

Henry K. in Oak Forest, IL July 17, 2008

"A nice even burn with a complex flavor package."

Full bodied and not for those with mild tastes. A good after dinner cigar with a glass of port or brandy to balance the flavor. I am ordering a box.

Duane Quintana in Delaware June 21, 2008

"Closest cousin to the Cuban Bolivar I've found"

If your a fan of the Habanos Bolivar line, then the CAO Criollo is the closest thing we've found to it! Very impressed, excellent smoke!

Grant in New Zealand March 30, 2008

"Wonderful aroma !!"

I first tried this cigar at a big smoke in Chicago and fell in love with it then . I reciently purchased a box of the Bomba size . I have smoked them on a golf trip in Myrtle beach , a trip to Las Vegas , and at gatherings of friends . The one universal comment I have heard from smokers and non smokers alike is , " That cigar smells really great !"

Tom Hoover in Crystal Lake , Illinois March 27, 2008

"Could not have been more disappointed"

I moved primarily to smaller cigars for several years now. Consistency and draw seem to be more difficult in the smaller sizes as well as in belicoso styles. The CAO Criollo is quite a good line, but the CAO Criollo Pampas turned out to be a disappointment. Out of 50 smokes I was able to enjoy 5-8. The rest were either too tight to enjoy or burned very uneven. I should have returned all of them after I put 4 cigars out of the first tin into the garbage. Rocky Patel is a much better choice for the money. This is the last CAO Criollo Pampas I will ever purchase.

Pete in Michigan March 18, 2008

"Outstanding Stick"

Always wanted to try these as they are one of the best looking smokes to my eye. They're twice the price of what I'd like pay for a stick but I was not disappointed. Great quality smoke, complex flavors, long burn. I have found a new fav for special occasions.

Rudee in Lake Geneva, WI March 8, 2008

"Tasty with an asterisk"

Like Italia's these have a flavor all their own. They have a dark yet sweet flavor that is perfect for a post dinner smoke. Know this though, you will *probably* NOT enjoy these right off the truck as much as you could if you give them some time to sleep. The filler is quite oily and, as a result, the draw and burn will frustrate many. the best bet is to allow them to sleep at least 6 months. If you can't hold out that long give them 2 weeks to rest then dry-box them for 3-4 days. return them to the humi for another 2 days then enjoy. This will allow the oils to harden enough to get a decent draw and will allow the cigar to stay lit without countless re-lights.

BrillKill in Rhode Island January 6, 2008

"Nice mid-bodied smoke"

Just finished my second one from two sampler packs I got. nice solid grayish ash, even burn and wonderful flavor, now my second fav,. from Cao after the MX2, Looking for a box right now.

Rob in New York October 6, 2007

"Loved it!"

I really enjoyed this cigar! The burn was nice and even in everyone that I purchased. It's a really good late morning, early afternoon smoke. This is one of the few that my wife says she likes the smell of. If someone is looking for an easy stick, then this is the one to go with.

Erick in San Angelo, TX July 22, 2007

CAO Criollo Reviews

Showing 21 through 30 of 45 reviews