The Aladino Corojo Santi is the smallest size in the Corojo line of cigars from the Aladino brand. Both the brand and this particular line were established in 2015 by Julio Eiroa, who, after decades in the tobacco industry, decided to start his own production with his son, Justo. They launched several lines, including the Corojo, with the aim of offering a pure Honduran cigar made from Cuban seeds grown on their own farms in the Jamastran Valley.
The current line includes 11 sizes, catering to a wide range of smoking preferences. Notably, the Santi, available in a panetela format, evokes a smoking style that has faded from popularity. It is offered for sale both in boxes of 10 cigars and in larger boxes containing 50 cigars.
Upon first inspection, the cigar is rolled in a bright Colorado-colored wrapper with yellow reflections. It feels slightly rough to the touch and has some visible veins. The filling is good, and overall, the construction seems solid. The draw is a bit loose.
- Country of Origin: Honduras
- Size: 32 x 140 mm (5 1/2″)
- Wrapper: Honduras
- Binder: Honduras
- Filler: Honduras
- Price: $ 5.80 | € 9.10
Aladino Corojo Santi: in the cold draw, there are hints of wood, damp earth and nuts, all of the same intensity.
Once the cigar is lit, the smoke appears sapid and returns mineral and nutty notes, followed by woody nuances. The strength is medium (3/5).
A slight astringency appears in the central section next to the initial sapidity. The aromas are restructured, highlighting robust wood notes, followed by spicy notes and nuances reminiscent of camphor. The strength becomes medium-full (4/5).
In the last third, the astringency becomes equal to the sapidity, while the flavor profile is dominated by intense notes of wood and leather on a nutty background. The strength remains unchanged (4/5).
Overall, the Aladino Corojo Santi, despite its small size, offers a surprisingly robust smoking experience. It delivers well-defined aromas and a respectable strength for such a petite cigar. While it may not provide a particularly wide range of flavors, what it does offer is quite satisfying. However, the astringency on the finish is a bit too pronounced.