Dominican Republic / Mild-Medium
Serie P Robusto (US Edition)
Patoro
By Benjamin Charles Brown
A savory, dry, nutty Dominican robusto with a unique light-body profile of hazelnut, macadamia, and dusty cinnamon-cocoa. Decent construction and consistent through all three thirds, though the dusty character never quite lifts into something more exciting.
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Tasting progression
First third
Extremely savory from the beginning, with no bitterness. Dry and nutty, showing hazelnut and macadamia with only the slightest hints of cream and pepper. Earthen but quite light, a profile more often associated with fuller-bodied cigars.
Second third
Evolved into cinnamon powder with a hint of cocoa, while retaining a dusty character throughout.
Final third
Little new development. The same consistent dry, nutty, and dusty profile carried through, with very good draw and smoke volume. A touch of red pepper or paprika arrived toward the end without a meaningful surge in strength. Neither improved nor took a dive.
Final Verdict
An enjoyable cigar with decent construction and a unique flavour profile for something that is not heavy. Nothing particularly exciting, and a little too dusty for some palates. It does not change much as the smoke progresses, but it could be a solid everyday smoke for people who like savory and nutty flavours without spice or leather.