CAO Brazilia Amazon cigars are part of CAO brand owned by General Cigar Company, one of the largest cigar manufacturers in the world. These full bodied cigars feature well aged Dominican fillers and binder finished in a dark and oily Brazilian Arapiraca leaf wrapper that is smooth and nearly seamless. The result is a powerful, flavorful cigar full of bold flavors of cocoa, leather, coffee and pepper in a strong, yet smooth smoke. Each stick is meticulously hand rolled and the construction is impeccable. CAO Brazilia Amazon is a hearty, strong smoke measuring 6 x 60 gordo and is available in it's signature green box of 20 cigars or five packs.
6 x 60 (Gordo) | Box of 20 | Brazilian Arapiraca | Nicaraguan | Nicaraguan | Honduras |
From the start, the CAO Brazilia has a strong aroma of sweet pine and cedar with a blend of earthy spice and nutty hay. The cigar is well-stashed with no soft spots and no visible seams. The wrapper is shiny and oily-which I don't really mind because it makes the cigar burn slow. A cold draw delivers a sweet barnyard taste with undertones of woody well-aged tobacco flavors. The pre-light draw was so delicious I almost didn't want to light it. It is an easy draw with just enough resistance.
First Third
With the first draw, I felt a thick, but not overwhelming savor. There is plenty of creamy, smooth smoke which feels cottony in your mouth. Right away I tasted a nutty, earthy, dry wood essence mixed with dark creamy chocolate taste. The finish is spicy yet mildly so. There are hints of lingering coffee in the front of the palate. As the draws progress, you will notice that the spice is building up a bit of heat. Another pleasant surprise was the kick. The CAO Brazilia has a formidable bang that is evident immediately and consistently.
Second Third
The middle of this cigar brings a new blend of flavor. The hints of coffee and nuts that were subtle in the first section jump to the front. Even though the coffee presence is strong, the cigar is not at all bitter. It remains smooth both in draw and smoke. The spice at this stage goes up a notch. Strength remains a heavy-medium, and the head rush is consistent. The wrapper feels oily on the lips. The burn is razor-sharp, and the ash is a beautiful silver-gray that holds up well probably to about 2 inches. Most cigars tend to mellow around the middle, but I did not experience this with the CAO Brazilia. My best guess is the coffee and spice flavors which are so pronounced in the second third keep the stogie character strong and robust.
Final Third
On the final third, the spicy zest takes a back seat. There is a heavy presence of sweet chocolatey flavor with pronounced, but not overwhelming, notes of espresso. The flavor palate has changed once again, and it is not hard to notice. The wrapper feels oily on the lips, and the essence and strength hold up to a formidable medium. Nicotine levels and aroma stay consistent. The earthy, sweetly-aged tobacco base flavor lingers in the background. CAO Brazilia burns cold. There is no heat right to the nub and the wrapper as well as binder hold up well to the end. Because of all the oil in the wrapper, you can probably get close to 2 hours of smoke from the CAO Brazilia.
In the world of cigars, finding a good stogie is half the battle. The other half is finding the right beverage to pair with your stogie. A lousy cigar pair can ruin the experience of both the cigar and the drink. The CAO Anaconda Toro is an aristocratic cigar with a myriad of exotic tobacco blend fillers. While most cigars enjoy one or two blends of tobacco as fillers, the CAO Anaconda has a combination of 5 tobacco leaves. This mix makes this cigar an intricate yet delicate treat that you want to savor. The CAO Anaconda filler is a mix of Brazilian Braganca, Brazilian Fuma Em Corda, Colombian and Dominican leaves. The wrapper is a Brazilian Bahiano Habano Ligero with a Nicaraguan binder. Clearly, this is a complex cigar so when choosing a beverage to pair, make sure its mellow enough not to overwhelm the flavors of the CAO Anaconda. The best non-alcoholic pairs for the Anaconda Toro are good ol' black tea, coffee, or a coke. Since the CAO Anaconda is such a sweet flavored cigar, pairing it with a sugary drink will go well. Under alcoholic drinks, opt for a red cabernet or any good medium-bodied red wine. CAO Anaconda has sweet fruity undertones which will be complemented by the red wine. You can also smoke your CAO Anaconda Toro with a solid dark beer. Since Anaconda Toro is a dark cigar tethering on a full-body, a stout will be a great pair. If you are a liquor kind of smoker, favor well-aged Scotch or Rum. The whisky will go well with the Anaconda Toro thanks to its mellow flavors, and the Rum will work well thanks to its sweet tones.
As earlier stated, the CAO Anaconda Toro is a complex cigar. From the initial draw, you can tell that this is a real treat. The flavor palate is exquisite. This stogie is probably the sweetest I have ever had. Straightaway, you will notice the sweet citrusy flavors with thick espresso and creamy brown sugar tones. This cigar delivers a medium-strength kick with strong cinnamon and black pepper spices. It is a dark cigar that maintains strong flavors and strength all the way to the end.
The CAO Anaconda is tentatively pricey compared to other cigars in its category. That being said, you may want to grab a box whenever you find it in stock because it is a widely loved stogie that is often out of stock. Don't be surprised when you realize you don't want to share it or you want to smoke two in a row. You can buy CAO Anaconda in cigar stores depending on the availability. The best alternative is to pre-order a box.
The CAO Anaconda, in my opinion, is a special occasion cigar. By this, I mean it is not a cigar that you want to smoke in a rush. It needs ample time to enjoy and really discover the various bold and subtle flavors therein. The CAO Anaconda kind of smoker is one who appreciates complexity and dainty delicacy. Someone who can appreciate a light, sweet, fruity flavored cigar and not just dark, heavy, full-bodied stogies. One thing is for sure though; a CAO Anaconda cigar stands head and shoulders above the rest. It is a unique cigar for a special person. Are ready to smoke a CAO Anaconda?
SKU: |
CAOBRAAMA |
Category: |
Premium Cigars |
Product Type: |
Cigar |
Manufacturer: |
CAO |
Brand: |
CAO Brazilia |
Wrapper Type: |
Brazilian |
Wrapper: |
Brazilian Arapiraca |
Binder: |
Nicaraguan |
Filler: |
Nicaraguan |
Origin: |
Honduras |
Ring Gauge: |
60 |
Length: |
6 |
Shape: |
Gordo |
Strength: |
Full |
Quantity: |
44701 |
Package Type: |
Box |
Rating: |
87 |
Package Count: |
20 |
Price Per Cigar: |
$6.15 |
Gift Type: |
Not Applicable |
Flavored: |
No |
Filtered: |
No |
Little: |
No |
Groupon: |
No |
Discontinued: |
no |
Buy 1 Get 1: |
No |
Free Gift: |
No |
Free Shipping: |
No |
Subscribe: |
No |
90+ Rated: |
No |
Limited Edition: |
No |
Rare Cigar: |
No |
Top 25 Brand: |
No |
Aficionado Top 25: |
No |
Staff Pick: |
No |