CAO Flathead V554 Camshaft

The Flathead line is CAO's love letter to American muscle cars, right down to the squared-off, flat-topped box press meant to evoke an engine block. The V554 Camshaft is the 5.5 x 54 in the range, wrapped in a gorgeous dark Connecticut Broadleaf with a Connecticut Habano binder and a core of Nicaraguan and Dominican ligero.

What it tastes like

This is a chocolatey, peppery smoke with a real backbone. You get dark cocoa and coffee up front, a generous helping of black pepper, and an earthy sweetness underneath. The heavy ligero filler gives it body and a satisfying density, and the flat cap is a fun, distinctive detail every time you light one.

It smokes medium to full, so it rewards a bit of experience — this isn't a starter cigar, but it's a great one to grow into. If you're sorting out where it sits on the power scale, the cigar strength guide helps, and the maduro vs Connecticut breakdown explains what that Broadleaf wrapper contributes.

The Flathead developed a loyal following thanks to its bold profile and unmistakable look. Log the Camshaft in the Casa DNC app to rate it, and if you want a bigger, mellower take on the blend, move up to the V660 Carb.