Dapper Desvalido Robusto - Pre Release
Posted on September 12 2020
Cigars Smoked: 3
Smoking Time: 78 minutes
MSRP: $10.76
Vitola: 5 x 50
Body: Full
Wrapper: Ecuador / Habano / Rosado Cafe / Oliva Tobacco Co.
Binder: U.S. / (Undisclosed)
Filler: Nicaragua / Jalapa / Cofradia / Oliva Tobacco Co. + Connecticut Broadleaf
Visual Inspection: Well constructed, solid, gorgeous, toothy wrapper.
Cold Draw: Hay, barnyard floor, chocolate, figs
First Third: On first light this cigar is briefly acrid, quickly fading into cedar, slight barnyard, chocolate, and figs. The burn is clean and even, no identified construction issues.
Second Third: A pleasant creamy sweetness along with barnyard floor. This stick reminds me of the Byron Poemas — it could be its baby brother.
Final Third: A clear winner in the flavor race. Transitions nicely into a flavor bomb. Plenty of cream, sweetness, barnyard floor. Great smoke.
Final Thoughts: After three sticks with this cigar, I am happy to report this is the best cigar Dapper makes. Important note: always try a cigar more than once — these are handmade products and variation happens even from the best makers.
Frequently asked questions
What makes the Dapper Desvalido stand out?
The Desvalido uses an unusually complex construction with multiple undisclosed binders and an Ecuadorian Habano Rosado Cafe wrapper sourced from Oliva Tobacco Co. The result is a full-bodied smoke with layered complexity not typical at this price point.
Is the Dapper Desvalido consistent across cigars?
The reviewer notes some variation between sticks — the first of three smoked was less impressive. However, the overall assessment is very positive, with the blend delivering a strong, complex experience when it performs at its best.
How strong is the Dapper Desvalido?
Full body. This is not a cigar for newcomers — the Habano Rosado wrapper and full-strength filler make it a serious smoke best enjoyed by experienced aficionados.