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1229-42 Toro

Mar 13, 2025
~7.7
7.9 7.4

Identity

CompanyTobacconist of Greenwich
BrandRare Finds
Line1229-42
FactoryTabacalera Díaz Cabrera

Specifications

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Vitola
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MSRP $50

Flavor Profile

This cigar showcases a dynamic range of flavors, starting with a refreshing minty earthiness from the wrapper, accentuated by sweet honey and subtle spices. The first third introduces a delightful blend of salty earth and honey alongside creamy sweetness, while the second third unveils gentle complexity from baking spices. The profile promises a creamy introduction leading to a medium-plus finish enriched with depth, inviting an enjoyable smoking experience.

Flavor Profile Last Updated
Apr 15, 2026 at 12:02 AM

Wrapper Scent

The wrapper presents a refreshing minty earthiness accented by hints of dark chocolate.

Mint

Earth

Dark Chocolate

Cold Draw

A delightful sweetness greets you on the cold draw.

Sweet

Earth

Honey

First Third

The first third captures a delightful balance of salt, earth, honey, and a creamy sweetness with a hint of spice.

Salt

Earth

Honey

Cream

Sweet

Spice

Second Third

The mid-section brings a gentle complexity of baking spices.

Baking Spices

4 Reviews

Oct 8, 2024 Review
7.5

Paid$0
Sourcegift
Gifted ByMichael Cafagno
CutV-Cut
SmokedOct 8, 2024
LocationCafe De Groote Swaen
AddressAmsterdam

General Notes

  • Creamy
  • Sweet
  • Light spice
  • Unfortunately I had Pepsi and pizza with this
  • which overpowered the flavor profile and I wasn't able to break it down
  • Had some 65% dark cocoa chocolate with this
  • Excellent construction
  • Went with a v-cut on this… wishing I had done a straight cut.
  • The wrapper was falling apart at the mouth
  • annoying