Plasencia · Alma Fuerte
New WorldAficionadosPlasencia Alma Fuerte Eduardo I
A Colorado Claro Toro in Plasencia's Alma Fuerte line, named for Eduardo Plasencia — a refined medium-full Nicaraguan puro with smoked almond and baking spice.
Flavor profile
Creamy · Spice · Earthy · Sweet
Critic ratings
Cigar Aficionado
2023
91/100
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The Eduardo I rounds out the Alma Fuerte family alongside the Sixto, Nestor and Generación vitolas, each named for a generation of the Plasencia family. This is the Colorado Claro Toro — a slightly dressier, more aromatic take on the ultra-premium Nicaraguan puro that defines the line.
What it tastes like
Smoother than the darker Nestor IV, the Eduardo opens soft and rich with smoked almond and baking spice, a touch of molasses sweetness, and leather and sweet wood as it develops. There's a measured pepper on the finish but nothing harsh. It's medium-to-full, building gently rather than coming out swinging — an easy cigar to spend time with.
Who it's for
A great entry point into the Alma Fuerte line for smokers who already enjoy medium cigars and want to step up. It's still a premium, full-flavored stick, so give it time and pair it with something rich. Curious how Nicaraguan tobacco compares to Cuban? Read Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars. If "medium-full" is fuzzy, the cigar strength guide helps. Rate it and keep tasting notes in the Casa DNC app, and for the bolder end of the line try the Nestor IV.
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