CUMPAY Lancero Tasting

I have tested the CUMPAY Lancero. From the elegant appearance to the pleasant aftertaste - I'll share my enjoyment and my conclusion with you. But there were also some small problems along the way. Let yourself be enchanted by this elegant cigar with spicy and woody notes, but also read about the things you should bear in mind when smoking a Lancero.

Format of the CUMPAY Lancero

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External impression before lighting

Format: Lancero (ring 38 / length 178 mm)

Price: Status May 2023 / CHF 17.00 / box of 20 CHF 340.00 / EUR 18.00 / box of 20 EUR 360.00

Recommended acclimatisation in the humidor in cellophane: 4 days

Course of enjoyment and conclusion

The wrapper is silky and exudes a certain elegance. The structure of the cigar is even and makes a high-quality impression.

Before lighting up, the obligatory cold draw takes place. The draw is pleasant and gives hope for a good smoking experience. Lighting is easy and the cigar slowly begins to smoulder.

Small problems

I had a problem with two CUMPAY Lanceros during the test. Although they steamed well, no smoke came through the cigar. Unfortunately, I was unable to continue smoking these two cigars. It is important to note that this is my personal experience and may be an individual incident.

To be on the safe side, I tested two other examples, which were flawless. This shows that the quality of cigars can vary and it is always advisable to try different examples to get the full picture.

The draw resistance on two examples of the CUMPAY Lancero was a little too strong for me personally. You had to make a little more effort to draw the smoke through the cigar. A slightly lower draw resistance would have improved the smoking experience. With two other examples, it was optimal.

Strength, aftertaste and flavour profile

The strength of the CUMPAY Lancero is in the medium range on a scale of 1 to 5. At the beginning I would rate it 2/5, but over the course of the smoke it increases to 3/5. Everyone feels the strength of a cigar differently.

The aftertaste of the cigar is pleasant and lingers for a long time. This gives the overall experience a certain depth and leaves a positive impression.

The aroma of the CUMPAY Lancero is spicy and pleasant in the room note, the scent of smoke. Sweet notes are immediately noticeable on the palate, accompanied by a subtle pinch of pepper and a pleasant spiciness. A hint of cocoa and lots of wood give the cigar an interesting, for me personally rather linear flavour.

Smoking a Lancero requires experience and dedication. The fine and elegant cigar must be smoked slowly to avoid overheating. This is important in order to enjoy the full flavour and aroma of this cigar.

Overall, the CUMPAY Lancero is a cigar that has its advantages thanks to its elegant appearance and interesting flavour profile. Despite the low draw resistance and possible individual variations in quality, it offers a pleasant smoking experience for cigar lovers looking for a medium-bodied cigar with slightly spicy and woody notes.

A cigar test is subjective. The flavour of a cigar is influenced by personal taste preferences, taste memories, the mood of the day, what you have eaten or drunk beforehand. Even the lighting in the room influences the flavour experience. The flavour nuances described here therefore do not necessarily correspond to your own impressions.

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