Drew Estate is in the habit of bringing it up a notch when it comes to their infused cigars. Drew Estate’s Acid line (see more here) has a distinct flavor profile, which combines well with a range of wrappers. In many of our other reviews, you can see how Drew Estate made use of unique flavors to produce high-quality infused cigars. This Acid Toast review will do likewise by sharing with you the flavor profile of Acid Toast.
Acid Toast is a throwback in its Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper. Connecticut wrappers are well-known for their mild flavors, so mixing these with the Acid flavors will be interesting. In this Acid Toast review, you can determine whether this is the value you are looking for at a shade below $10.
Acid Toast is also a cigar with good length at 6 x 50. The cigar will most likely last for an hour, so if you are looking for a good smoke time, whip up some drinks as well.
| Wrapper Origin: Connecticut | Shape: Toro |
| Length: 6 | Ring: 50 |
| Wrapper: Broadleaf | List Price: $239 (Box of 24) |
| Origin: Nicaragua | Strength: Medium |
Appearance of Acid Toast
The box of the Acid Toast is typical with its basic wooden style finish. Like the rest of the Acid line boxes, it is compact, light, and easy to store.
The band has black trim and a neon look, which also characterizes the Acid line. The color of the band is almost auburn with a tinge of bronze. The dark, oily Maduro wrapper stands out in its classic leathery texture.
Smoking Experience
The construction of the cigar is just right. There are minimal veins, none of which are too large or bulging.
With the cold draw, the scent immediately hits with a spicy, herbal aroma. However, the aroma is relaxing and has little strength that indicates heavy nicotine.
The first draw produces plenty of smoke. The sweetness of the cigar complements the mellow flavor of the Connecticut wrapper. Towards the end of the first third, the clove flavors blend evenly with the mild spicy flavor of the Connecticut wrapper.
With a medium to full body but mellow strength, the second thirds of this cigar show a lot of its light sweetness. The cigar is worth enjoying for relaxation. The aroma is refreshing with its distinct herbal scents.
On the last third, the sweet flavor of the cigar almost disappears. By that time, though, you’ve enjoyed much of what the cigar has to offer. The cigar lasts for about an hour, all the time offering a pleasant smoking experience.
The main problem with the cigar is its inconsistent draw. At times, puffing the cigar requires some effort. The burn is also inconsistent, so be careful to torch it properly when lighting.
Otherwise, the relaxing flavors make up for it. For almost an hour of smoke, there were a few times when I needed to relight.
Overall
Acid toast is a cigar worth trying for Acid fans. There is a light, mellow sweetness from the cigar. If you had one of those refreshing cigars, and you liked it, add this to your list. This has a pleasant experience throughout, except for some tight draws and relights. You can try this with some light herbal tea to wind down. I give it an 85.
Other Cigars Reviews
Other Drew Estate Cigar Reviews
Drew Estate Factory Smokes
Factory Smokes By Drew Estate is from the creator of Liga Privada, Undercrown, and other top-rated cigar blends. This cigar is offered in four popular sizes. They are captured by Sun Grown, Shade, and Maduro wrappers and possess Indonesian binder and filler tobaccos. It’s the best bundle of the everyday cigar with the elegant Drew Estate quality at an affordable price. You can find a Factory Smokes cigar that has its familiar sweet tip, adding the perfect touch of brown sugar to this cigar’s flavor profile. This is the ideal smoke you need when barbecuing, golfing, and hanging out with friends.
Acid Subculture Progeny
The Acid Subculture Progeny by Drew Estate stands out with its distinctive blend of herbs and berries enveloped in a Mexican San Andres wrapper. Recognized for its unique aromatic qualities, this cigar offers a balanced combination of medium-strength herbs, subtle sweetness, and earthy undertones. With a moderate price and lasting over an hour, it promises a multifaceted flavor experience. Although not universally embraced and available through limited outlets, it has resonated with a niche group of aficionados valuing its originality and aromatic depth. This certainly justifies a review of Acid Subculture Progeny for those exploring innovative cigar blends.
Other Nicaraguan Cigar Reviews
Cuba Libre One Toro
The Cuba Libre One Toro is a premium cigar, originating from Nicaragua with a Habano wrapper. This full-bodied cigar boasts an appearance of a dark brown, slightly oily, box-pressed exterior, adorned with a band that mirrors the Cuban flag’s stars and colors. In terms of the smoking experience, while it starts with a tight draw and a faint blend of coffee, cream, and cocoa flavors, it evolves in the latter stages, intensifying into a robust mix of dark-roasted coffee, rich earth, and cocoa notes with hints of pepper and spice. Despite initial construction challenges, by the end, the burn evens out and the draw improves, offering a delightful smoking journey. For aficionados seeking a top-tier smoking experience, the review of Cuba Libre One Toro is favorable, noting its expert construction and rich, evolving flavor profile.
AJ Fernandez La Gran Llave Connecticut Toro
The AJ Fernandez La Gran Llave Connecticut Toro cigar from Nicaragua with an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper offers a flavorful smoking experience. Recognized for its rich and varied taste notes, including cedar, leather, black pepper, and vanilla, it delivers a premium smoking pleasure. With a velvety Connecticut wrapper, elegant band designs, and consistent flavor progression from cedar to wood, this cigar stands out as a special occasion smoke. While its price point might deter daily enjoyment, its unique flavors make it worth the occasional indulgence. A few drawbacks include an uneven burn and a tendency to dry the throat. However, this might be a worthy addition to their collection for those seeking a well-crafted cigar with a multifaceted flavor profile. Concluding this review of AJ Fernandez La Gran Llave Connecticut Toro, it emerges as a top-tier choice for discerning cigar enthusiasts.
