#7 was on the menu last night. A Belicoso, approx 5 1/2 x 54, with a pointy taper. I like Beli's or torps with a more gentle taper, not the pointy ones. I had to make a few cuts to get a decent draw. First cut at about 1/2" only left an open end of about 3/8" so I made a second cut hoping the wrapper would not unravel. Draw was better, with no unraveling. Solid feeling, no soft spots. Prelight I thought this might be a maduro wrapper, but this smoke did not exhibit the characteristc sweetness of most maduro's so I am guessing a dark natural or a Sumatra wrapper. :ss
Nice medium strength stick, on the full side of medium which is a good thing. Earthy and woodsy flavors, I dont think I have had this one before. I liked the strength and base flavors, no bitterness or harshness. I would put this in the 7/10 range at maybe $4-5 a stick. I'm not sure if I would put this in the regular rotation as it was just a bit too rustic for my taste. :tu