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12 Robustos of Xmas, Day 1: Trinidad Robusto T

The 12 Robustos of Christmas, Day 1:
Trinidad Robusto T

Christmas has now been and gone, and we are in the first of the 12 days of Christmas. I have actually been looking forward to this day, so much that I didn’t smoke a cigar on Christmas day, in order to keep my taste buds fresh for the first review.

The first cigar to be reviewed in this series of reviews is the Trinidad Robusto T, the newest robusto in the Habanos regular production, and the first ever robusto of the brand. The first -and only- time I smoked a robusto T, I was so impressed that I boldly stated that I would rate it 93-94 points. With the expectations being very high, I will review my second Robusto T and see if it will meet the standards set on our first encounter.

Appearance 14/15

The Robusto T is a beautiful cigar, following the high standards the Trinidad marca. It has a light brown smooth and oily wrapper, with some weak veins. The bunch is very firm, with no soft, or even spongy, spots. The cap is perfectly placed, with the pigtail giving it a nice effect. Light aromas of earth are present on the foot of the cigar. The prelight draw is perfect, giving the right amount of drag, despite the solid bunch.

Flavor & Body 22/25

The cigar stars with a medium body and well balanced flavours of wood, coffee and earth. The texture is thick and it has a very long and creamy finish. It definately reminds you of a good Trinidad Robusto Extra. Smoking into the second third, the flavours become even more complex, with grass and cedar now also detectable. Towards the end, grass and cedar flavours seem to cover everything else. Still creamy and medium bodied, the Robusto T finishes almost as enjoyable but not as complex as it started.

Smoke & Burn 24/25

The draw and burn in the Robusto T is simply flawless from start to finish. The burn is even and firm grey ash is formed on the bottom of the cigar until it reaches a third of its length. It delivers thick and creamy smoke all the way through, with a long finish. Although the cigar is very tightly packed, the draw is consistent all the way through.

Overall Impression 33/35

Although young, the Robusto T is a cigar that can be smoked and enjoyed right now. It’s complexity and balance put it ahead of its competition. On the downside, the only thing the cigar lacks is a kick, a fuller body. This however should not take anything out of the pleasure that this cigar has to offer and overall I can admit that my judgement on my first encounter with this cigar was correct. There is definately some aging potential on this cigar too, time could refine it even more and give it this extra bit of power that can make it a classic. If you are a big fan of Trinidad, this is a cigar you will love!

TOTAL 93/100