Drew Estate · Nica Rustica
New WorldEverydayNica Rustica Short Robusto
Nica Rustica Short Robusto — a quick 4 1/2 x 50 of Drew Estate's rugged Broadleaf blend, packing cocoa, earth, and pepper into a compact half-hour.
Flavor profile
Sweet · Earthy · Roast · Spice
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2016
90/100
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The Short Robusto is Nica Rustica for when time is tight: a compact 4 1/2 x 50 that delivers the line's bold, earthy character in about half an hour. Same rugged blend, smaller package.
What it tastes like
It's the familiar Nica Rustica recipe — a dark Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper, a Mexican San Andrés binder, and Nicaraguan filler. Despite the short format, it doesn't pull punches: cocoa, earth, coffee, and black pepper arrive quickly, backed by a lingering sweetness. Medium-to-full and hearty, it's a satisfying, no-nonsense smoke that gets right to the point.
Who it's for
A great everyday option for smokers who love the Nica Rustica profile but don't always have an hour to spare — perfect for a coffee break or a quick after-dinner smoke. Pair it with coffee, an aged rum, or a stout. To understand the dark Broadleaf wrapper driving the flavor, see Maduro vs Connecticut; when you have more time, step up to the Nica Rustica El Brujito.
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