The Caldwell Cigars Eastern Standard Silk Road Lancero is a cigar produced in the Domincana Republic, at the Henderson and William Ventura factory. The mind behind this brand is that of Robert Caldwell. It uses a hybrid Connecticut Shade wrapper grown in Ecuador.
The cigars are dressed in a Colorado Claro wrapper leaf. It is finish with a pig-tailed and the general construction is flawless.
- Country of Origin: Dominican Rep.
- Size: 40 x 178 mm (7″)
- Wrapper: Ecuador (Connecticut)
- Binder: Dominican Rep.
- Filler: Dominican Rep., Nicaragua
- Price: $12 – €12
Caldwell Eastern Standard Silk Road Lancero: the cold draw reveals hints of barnyard. Once lit, cedar wood is perceptible.
The first third brings notes of seasoned wood and spices to the palate, where white pepper stands out and culminates, in some puffs, in hot spices. Strength is slightly below medium (2.5/5).
The central section releases aromas of seasoned wood and white pepper, enriched by earth. The hot spices remain perceptible. Halfway through the cigar, the profile turns to toasted notes. Strength is medium (3/5).
The last third alternates hot spices and earth, enriched with seasoned wood and walnut. Strength remains slightly above medium (3.5/5).
Overall, the Caldwell Eastern Standard Silk Road Lancero releases a creamy and very balanced smoke, with a fairly evolutionary and balanced flavor profile.
Rating: 89