Oliva · Master Blends 3
New WorldExperienced smokersOliva Master Blends 3 Double Robusto
The stout 5 x 54 Master Blends 3 Double Robusto — Oliva's full-bodied, box-pressed limited blend under a Connecticut Broadleaf Sun Grown wrapper.
The short answer
The Oliva Master Blends 3 Double Robusto is a bold, full-bodied cigar — a Nicaragua double robusto with a Connecticut Broadleaf Sun Grown wrapper. Expect dark chocolate, espresso, and cedar.
Flavor profile
Sweet · Roast · Earthy · Spice
The verdict
The Oliva Master Blends 3 Double Robusto is a bold, full-bodied cigar from Oliva's Master Blends 3 line. It's a Nicaragua (New World) double robusto wrapped in Connecticut Broadleaf Sun Grown at 5 in × 54.
On the palate, expect dark chocolate, espresso, and cedar, leaning sweet. Plan on roughly 60 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with espresso, aged rum, and stout. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
The Master Blends 3 Double Robusto is the thick, stout cut of Oliva's acclaimed limited blend. At 5 by 54 and box-pressed, it packs a lot of rich, full-bodied tobacco into a short format — a satisfying way to enjoy this celebrated recipe without a long sit.
What it tastes like
A Connecticut Broadleaf Sun Grown wrapper covers Nicaraguan Habano binder and Nicaraguan ligero filler. Expect a deep, full-bodied profile: dark chocolate and espresso up front, sweet cedar and toast through the middle, and a firm pepper backbone with earth underneath. The box press makes the draw easy and the burn slow and even.
Who it's for
This is a full-strength cigar for experienced smokers who want maximum richness in a compact size. It's best enjoyed after a meal rather than on an empty stomach. For context on the dark broadleaf wrapper, see our Maduro vs Connecticut breakdown, and the cigar strength guide places the body.
Log and rate it in your humidor with the Casa DNC app. For the classic straight-sided size, see the Master Blends 3 Robusto.
Curious how it stacks up? See Maduro vs Connecticut wrappers.
Oliva Master Blends 3 Double Robusto — frequently asked
- Is the Oliva Master Blends 3 Double Robusto a good cigar for beginners?
- Not as a first cigar. Full-bodied smokes are intense and high in nicotine — save it until you're comfortable with strength.
- How strong is the Oliva Master Blends 3 Double Robusto?
- The Oliva Master Blends 3 Double Robusto is Full-bodied — bold and high in nicotine. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the Oliva Master Blends 3 Double Robusto taste like?
- Expect dark chocolate, espresso, and cedar, leaning sweet. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the Oliva Master Blends 3 Double Robusto?
- It pairs well with espresso, aged rum, and stout. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Oliva Master Blends 3 Double Robusto?
- Plan on about 60 minutes for the double robusto — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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