Torano Excodus 1959 Toro

Wrapper: Nicaragua
Binder: Honduras
Filler: Dom. Rep, Honduras, Mexico, Nicaragua, Costa Rica
Size: 6 x 50

My Strength Rating: 6

This cigar is peppery up front on the first half. A good black pepper presence with a chewy earthy style and a rich dark roast coffee profile. This cigar fills the palate with lots of rich and flavorful smoke. There were times I thought the strength rating reached 6.5 or a 7. The middle part of the cigar mellowed out a bit. The black pepper was a little quiet and the earthiness picked up. The cigar got a little strong on the final couple inches.

Carlos Torano Virtuoso Toro

Wrapper: Nicaragua Sun Grown Pueblo Nuevo
Binder: Honduras
Filler: Nicaragua, Honduras, Panama
Size: 6 x 50
My Strength Rating: 5.5/6

On the sampler box it describes the tasting notes as, ‘roasted coffee, cocoa and a peppery spice.’ I find this to be a pretty good description of this cigar. The pepper to me is a mix of white and black pepper spiciness. The coffee profile is a medium-full roast likeness and there is a slight dark chocolate dryness that adds some character to the overall smoking experience.

Carlos Torano - Casa Torano Toro Cigar

Wrapper: Ecuador-Connecticut
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Honduras, Nicaragua, and A family blend of Central and South American tobaccos.
Size: 6 x 50
My Strength Rating: 1.5

On the sampler box it is described as 'light bodied and flavor.' This sure is light bodied. It is very mild. Not only is it very mild it is light in flavor. Almost void of flavor. No woody, nutty or earthy notes for me to describe. With each puff I tried to detect something and I will have to settle with describing it as a very mild classic tobacco taste.

This would be an excellent cigar for the newbie to cigar smoking. It is also an excellent choice to have with a wide range of beverages. There are no particular flavors from the cigar to interfere with the beverage of your choice. I’ll bet this would be an excellent choice with an IPA beer, strong spirits, and even a bold wine. It would also go well with lighter bodied beverages as well.

I remember when this cigar came out and made it to the store shelf. I did try a few but; due to its mild nature I discounted the cigar. I am glad I am trying this cigar again. I think I may keep a few on hand to match up with some quality beverages.

For a very mild cigar this is very good.