"A good "change of pace" cigar."
I am on my third box of Natural Clean Robusto by Drew Estate and have been very pleased with the consistency and high quality in both manufacture and flavor. I prefer a more full flavor for every day, but for a change of pace, this smoke fits the bill. An occasional dip in a good brandy on a summer evening here in the Rockies is about the perfect way to enjoy the Clean Robusto.
Michael in Western Colorado
March 9, 2009
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"Disappointing"
One end smells like chocolate, the other end like vanilla (kinda like an ex-girlfriend I once knew). On light up it is thoroughly unimpressive with an average tobacco flavor with a slight vanilla infused taste. For the price I honestly don't see why people go nuts over this line-up. I haven't tried all of them so perhaps one of the other in the line is better. I certainly enjoyed the "Root" more. I like flavored sticks, particularly Acid Blue label so its not like I'm a cigar snob. It's just that this one just isn't worth what they (Drew estates) is suggesting with its MSRP. I still have 4 left so I'll let 'em sleep and perhaps they'll get a bit more tatsty.
TeeJay in Lincoln, R.I.
May 4, 2007
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"Tasty and smooth...a staple in my humidor!"
I know a lot of people don't like flavored cigars but this one is different. Picked up 5 of these to change things up a bit and was blown away! Sweet tip but not syrupy, lots of smoke and a great easy draw. Nice salt and pepper ash that hangs on forever. Noted hints of vanilla... overall, reminds me of a good spiced rum. Great anytime of the day but an awesome after dinner smoke with a rum and coke!
My only complaint was that the burn was a little inconsistent - wants to keep going out in the last third (had this problem with 3 of the 5). Overall, I'd give this stick a 9.5 and a 10 if it wasn't for the burn. Despite the burn issue, this one is going to have a permanent spot in my humidor!
Tony in IL
April 10, 2007
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"Even though I'm only a newbie, I like them"
My first clean robusto was in a sampler pack I bought. I kept coming back for more in 4 packs and finally broke down and bought an entire box. When you factor in the 4 extra you get from Famous Smoke with a box purchase, the price isn't too bad. I like the initial sweet taste and so far haven't had any issues with draw or burn. When in the mood for a more conventional smoke, I smoke Rocky Patel 1990 and 1992 series.
Jim in Houston, TX
February 5, 2007
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"Great Smoke, but a bit on the pricey side!"
These are some of the best flavored cigars I have tried to date. The have a smooth draw and even burn. I really enjoyed the flavors, and my wife didn't mind the smell! (Always a plus!) I will definetly keep some of these in my humidor. Overall a great cigar in my opinion.
Kenny in Visalia, CA
September 27, 2006
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"Exotic Island Lover"
This is a real decent smoke, kind of like smoking a pipe. Dip the tip in whisky to get rid of the sweet on the end. I smoked this one to the nub.
Nightjoe in Sagle, ID
June 13, 2006
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"My favorite Natural"
This is one tasty cigar.Hints of chocolate and maybe even vanilla.The smoothest,creamiest cigar I have ever smoked.Totally mellow and relaxing.
Thurman in Houston
February 24, 2006
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"Best Short Clean Smoke"
This is by far the best short smoke I have had. The Clean Robusto has a fantastic taste - much like dipping the tip in a nice tawny port. With a clean burn, the flavor resonates almost 3/4 of the way through. About that far though, and the draw gets hot - so it is a much better short smoke. The 5/50 size is perfect with either an after dinner libation or a Sunday afternoon on the deck. One of the best I've recently had.
Mike O. in Nazareth, PA
July 1, 2005
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"Horrible experience"
I new that I don't like flavored cigars, but judging from the score of Natural, I thought, I am in for a treat. Big mistake. I didn't finish it, because of absolutely horrible taste. What a waste!
Eugene in Los Angeles
April 16, 2005
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"My first flavored cigar"
Well, interesting. Good draw, made well, never burned hot. Now the flavor. Imagine you stored your cigars in a box of Lucky Charms rather than a humidor. That's the "Clean" experience. For me, anyway. And I like Lucky Charms. But not for an hour. Would I go again? Perhaps if I was out of Boo-berry.
Edward in Los Angeles
September 25, 2004
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