Rolando Soto Sommelier Selection Paradise Connecticut cigar, photographed by CigarSolace
Rolando Soto

Sommelier Selection Paradise Connecticut

86 out of 100. My Score: the CigarSolace Scale

My brother, who serves in the military, brought me this cigar from Honduras, making this smoking experience especially meaningful.

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Strength
Mild–Medium
Vitola
Robusto (approx. 5 × 50)

Tasting Notes

The Experience

My brother, who serves in the military, brought me this cigar from Honduras, making this smoking experience especially meaningful.

From the first draw, cedar, light wood, toasted nuts, and a subtle natural sweetness shaped a clean and traditional Connecticut profile. It was not especially rich or creamy, but it remained balanced, pleasant, and easy to enjoy.

What stood out most was the execution. The draw was consistent, the burn nearly flawless, and the smoke remained clean from beginning to end. Rather than dramatic transitions, it delivered a dependable and well-constructed experience that allowed the tobacco to speak without distractions.

Final Thoughts

“A satisfying choice for a shorter, relaxed smoke when quality and consistency matter more than intensity.”

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