The Cusano M1 Review

Oliveros Eight Zero Robusto � 10 pack

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The Oliveros family began making premium cigars in Cuba in 1927. While they have since moved their cigar making operation to the Domincan Republic, the family continues to create outstanding blends with their Oliveros brand.

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This expert combination of tobaccos creates an abundance of complex flavors but delvers them in a smooth smoke. If you are looking for a hearty and beefy cigar, look no further than the Eight Zero.

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Review of the Cusano M1

Country: Dominican
Size: Robusto
Length: 5”
Ring Gauge: 50
Wrapper: Connecticut Shade
Filler: Dominican
Binder: Dominican
Strength: Mild
Cost: $2 – $3 per cigar

Background:

Cusano is one of the most popular premium brands and cigar makers in the industry. The Cusano M1 still delivers on quality and taste and rivals Punch, Partagas, and Montecristo, cigars that are easily twice the price.

The Cusano M1 is made in the famous Tabadom Factory in the Dominican Republic and is a great everyday cigar. It is a perfect alternative to the far more expensive Macanudo.

Review:

It was that time again—the time for my morning cigar. Figuring I should be a bit adventurous today, I reached into my humidor and pulled out a cigar at random. I was surprised to see a Cusano M1 between my fingers (I don’t recall buying them, but then again I buy so many cigars these days I’m bound to misplace a few). I figured “why not?” Try something out of the ordinary once in a while.

Without pausing I threw on my coat and headed outside.

Pre-light:

I smelled a mixture of sweet grasses and molasses and for a split second thought I was in or near a barn until I realized it was the Cusano M1. The wrapper is nice and has few veins. It is a nice color. The cigar is quite spongy, not tightly packed. All-in-all, looking okay so far.

First Third:

As soon as I light the M1 I get hit with a nice spicy vanilla flavor. The M1 is peppery, but has some nut and coffee flavors as well which I think make for a good morning cigar. It’s burning evenly so far but I did notice it burns pretty quickly—this might actually be a good thing in the cold weather! The draw is loose but pleasing, the smoke creamy and smooth.

Middle Third:

The Cusano M1 is still burning evenly and producing a flaky white ash, so thus far I have no huge complaints. The vanilla flavor is becoming slightly more noticeable but it still marries well with the other flavors in the stick. One small downside: sometimes the flavor can be a bit harsh but maybe I’ll just blame that on still being half asleep.

Final Third:

The cigar kept with its consistent flavor profile. The finish was quite dry. I took a mental note that the M1 did not need to be relit throughout smoking, so that’s a plus, but there were times when I did hit a few air pockets.

The Verdict:

As I nubbed this guy out on the railing of my back porch, I considered my (both literally AND figuratively) out-of-the-box choice. No real complexity when it comes to development of flavors, but there was enough here for most people to enjoy on some level. I enoyed it! It’s a dependable cigar worthy of being a trusted everyday stogie. At $2 to $3 a piece, you really can’t go wrong with a pack of Cusano M1s.

Ratings:

Flavor: 7
Finish: 6
Aroma: 6
Strength: 5
Complexity: 6
Value: 8
Overall: 7

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