Capadura 898 Extra Ligero Cigar Review

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Capadura 898 Extra Ligero Robusto

January 19th, 2010 Tim Dennis Leave a comment Go to comments

Capadura 898 Extra Ligero Robusto

I first heard about these cigars from Labman who heard them discussed on DogWatch Cigar Radio. Labman started a dialog with the distributor, Luba Cigar Corporation, and they were nice enough to send us out some samples to try. I’ve had these for a few months now and I have smoked several as well as sharing some. In addition to the 898 Extra Ligero cigars they also offer a regular 898 line (full-bodied with long filler), 848 line (medium-bodied CT with medium filler) and an 808 line (mild-bodied CT wrapper with long filler). All lines come in 4 sizes; Robusto (5″ x 50), Churchill (7″ x 48), Torpedo (6 1/2″ x 52) and Jumbo (5 1/2″ x 60).

Capadura 898 Extra Ligero Robusto
Size: Robusto (5″ x 50)
Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Arapiraca Campesino’s 1st Choice / Brazil
Binder: Cubano, La Canela / Dominican Republic
Filler: 4 Tobaccos Piloto Cubano from Navarete, Dominican Republic and Esteli, Nicaragua
Price: Around $5.25 – $6.50

APPEARANCE
This is a really nice looking cigar with a small amount of veining and some slight color variations on the wrapper. The wrapper is very slick and shiny with lots of tooth. I love the look of this wrapper because it looks very natural. The cap seems very solid but is applies slightly askew.

CONSTRUCTION
Excellent feel to this cigar, just the right amount of give. As mentioned the cap is very solid but a little crooked. Wrapper feels very supple and smooth under the toothiness. Initial inspection showed this to be a very well made cigar and that is confirmed as the cigar was smoked – this is an extremely well constructed cigar.

BURN AND DRAW
When I first cut the cigar ant tested the draw I was worried that it was going to be too open and I would just be sucking air. Fortunately once it was lit it tightened up a bit to perfect for me with a very nice full-mouth of smoke on each puff but with enough resistance to avoid dead wind. The burn stayed razor shape during the entire smoke, as you can see in the pics, and it never required a touch-up or relight. This is definitely one of the best burning/smoking cigars I’ve ever had.

FLAVORS AND AROMA
So I’ve talked the cigar up a lot in the appearance and construction department but now let’s see how it delivers in the most important area. Cold draw produced no noticeable flavors and the aroma of simple sweet tobacco. Once lit there is a peppery zing to this that grabs the side of the tongue, followed with some mild sweetness. As I worked into the 2nd Third of the cigar I noticed some flavors of leather and oak with the continued pepper. Flavors are very pronounced and full, you don’t have to dig deep to get the flavors in this one. A phenomenal profile on this one.

OVERALL
I need to order more of these cigars now, it had been a little while since I smoked one and when I fired another up last week it was even better than I remembered. These aren’t available in many places yet so if you’re interested check with Fuller’s Pullers or Famous Smoke Shop, no Extra Ligero at Famous.

I’d easily put this in my Top 5, it seems every time I smoke a cigar and think I’ve found a new favorite then I smoke something else that wows me. Then I’ll smoke another one of my old favorites and it floors me as well, either way… I know that I really enjoyed this cigar and will definitely enjoy it again.