The cigar lit up with relative ease, even using a smaller flame of a BIC-style lighter. Once it was up and running, I immediately started noticing a prominent presence of cocoa. Spice was definitely delivering a modest punch, but there was also a cinnamon-like nuance lingering in and out....
The cigar lit up very easily, and this little joy of a robusto opened up. Lot's of peppery, woodsy flavors coming through right after the lighting. However, there is some bitterness as the flavors turn earthy, almost musty and wet. Frankly, I was worried that if this is what the experience is going to be, I will most likely have to put the cigar down....