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CAO's find of this fabulous dark wrapper leaf from Brazil probably single-handedly renewed interest in Brazilian cigars in the US market. The flavorful wrapper gives the Brazilia a full bodied richness that carries a long and spicy finish.
Pre-Smoke
Unlit, this cigar is pretty exotic looking. The dark, veiny and oily wrapper with its earth and coffee scents, contrasted by the colorful band is suggestive of the steamy South American tropics where it was born.
The Brazilia is a very tight stick, and pretty hefty in the hand. A clip and a cold draw exhibits a peaty, earthy taste and good airflow - highlighting its excellent construction.
Burn
Large volumes of smoke are produced from an effortless draw, unexpected for such a tightly constructed stick. The burn line is not razor sharp, but acceptable, leaving a tight gray ash.
The Flavor
The exotic nature of the Brazilian wrapper reveals itself right away with bittersweet chocolate flavors in the first few puffs. These give way to rich, dark coffee flavors and a noticeable sweetness through the first third.
The Brazilia mellows out in the middle, adding more earthiness and less coffee.
Near the end, the cigar returns to the earthy espresso flavor, this time with a creaminess that fills the mouth. Sweet vanilla and chocolate notes in the smoke create a smooth richness that reminds one of a dark cappucino drink. A very exotic, rich and rewarding after dinner cigar.
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