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Episode 021
Putting The Espinosa Sumatra To The Test
Espinosa · Toro
The Espinosa Putting The Espinosa Sumatra To The Test is a medium, Sumatra-wrapped Toro out of Ecuador, reviewed in full below — specs, tasting notes by thirds, pairing, burn, and draw. It scored 91/100 on our board: The Regular — “something I have regularly in the humidor.”
Tasting notes
First third
Creamy almond, sweet cedar, toasted marshmallow, and light baking spices.
Second third
A sharp, clean hit of white pepper that balances out the sweet cream on the palate.
Final third
Offers a perfect, effortless draw with a sharp, straight burn line and strong, light-gray ash formation.
Burn: good
Draw: an effortless, smooth draw
Construction: Seamlessly rolled with minimal veins, offering a firm feel
