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The La Estrella Polar Robusto is a pleasantly accessible long-filler cigar from Honduras, combining a classic Robusto format with an international tobacco blend. An Ecuadorian wrapper envelops an Indonesian binder and filler tobaccos from Nicaragua and Colombia. The result is a mild to medium-bodied smoke with harmonious spice and a balanced blend of coffee, wood, nut and fine chocolate. Thanks to its compact size, the flavour develops early and immediately, yet remains pleasantly controlled throughout the smoking experience. This makes the Robusto suitable for both beginners and experienced connoisseurs.

La Estrella Polar Robusto in the classic format

Measuring around 127 millimetres in length with a ring gauge of 50, the Robusto offers a tried-and-tested balance between smoking time, flavour intensity and smoke volume. The format sits comfortably in the hand and allows for a relaxed smoking experience lasting approximately 45 to 60 minutes. The ring gauge of 50 ensures the smoke remains pleasantly cool, whilst allowing the individual tobaccos sufficient space to develop their distinct characteristics.

Ecuador, Indonesia and Latin American filler

The slightly glossy Ecuadorian wrapper creates an elegant first impression. Beneath this lies a binder from Indonesia, whilst the filler consists of Nicaraguan and Colombian long-filler tobaccos. This combination brings together mild earthiness, subtle spice and a pleasant roasted aroma. The cigar was deliberately designed as an uncomplicated premium smoke, yet still offers enough flavour development to avoid seeming one-dimensional.

Coffee, nuts and gentle sweetness

The opening is characterised by coffee and mild earthy nuances. Wood and a subtle peppery spice provide structure. As the smoke progresses, nutty flavours emerge, reminiscent of hazelnuts and accompanied by a subtle hint of chocolate. A subtle, natural sweetness ties the individual components together and ensures a well-rounded overall impression. The Robusto format, in particular, presents these flavours with exceptional clarity, making the Polar a versatile companion for relaxed moments of enjoyment.

Tasting Report

Cigar exterior: brown, slightly glossy, finely veined
Cigar interior: long-filler, compact, neatly rolled
Smoke: creamy, slightly sweet, medium smoke volume
Flavour: coffee, wood and earth meet subtle nutty notes, chocolate, a hint of peppery spice and a light, natural sweetness.
Burn: steady, even and controlled.