Southern Draw Rose of Sharon

There are too few cigar bands that include pink, and that's a shame because its use on the pink, gold, and black bands of the Southern Draw Rose of Sharon serves to emphasize the shimmering highlights that gleam from the Connie wrapper's oily skin. Brisk in aroma and with a hint of pepper on the lips when cold, the cigar blooms to full beauty as soon as the lightly box-pressed barrel is lit. Leather, espresso, cedar, and nutmeg are the primary flavors, while a sweet undercurrent of buttercream keeps the strength an easy mild-plus. Remaining cool and luscious throughout the long smoking time, you'll be reluctant when it's time to set it down.

If you're one of those cigar enthusiasts always looking for a new stick, then this is the deal for you. You know you have way too many macho nicotine-bombs hanging around your humidor and it's time to stock up on something that doesn't require a four-course meal, a six-pack of soda, and a big chair to keep you from getting overwhelmed. Novice aficionados as well, can delight in the complex flavors of the Southern Draw Rose of Sharon without being knocked in the head. There's some good stuff here.