Cigar Review: PSyKo Seven Connecticut Toro

Seven different tobaccos from six different countries were incorporated into the final blend of the PSyKo Seven Connecticut Toro, including an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper, a Dominican San Vicente binder and a “multi-county blend” of tobaccos used in the filler. Packaged in boxes of 20, the new regular production blend is rolled at in the Dominican Republic at Davidoff’s Occidental Cigar Factory.

Read our review below, or shop now to enjoy this cigar for yourself.

About the PSyKo Seven Connecticut Toro

Owner: Ventura Cigars
Factory: Occidental Cigar Factory
Origin: Dominican Republic
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut
Binder: Domincan San Vicente
Filler: Multi-Country Blend
Strength: Mild
Size: Toro (6 1/4 x 48)

Reviewed by: Ross from the Windsor shop

The Beginning

The start of the Connecticut opens up with a note of delicate hazelnut, some cream and a little hint of earth.

The Middle

Aromatic charred leaf is there swirling around the mouth. Retrohaling unveils a big hit of pepper that is fleeting yet satisfying.

The End

Once you get to the final third I was experiencing butterscotch, which is similar to the cream in the first third, but is a little bit boozier. Cured woodiness while espresso coffee provides depth. Am I smoking a Tiramisu? Maybe.

Burn & Draw

The cigar’s spine is quite impressive and a testament to its construction. Breaking off the ash by hand in the second third revealed a small mound of ember, which shows that the leaves have been properly aligned. Credit to the roller.

The cigar provides an overall cool smoke with a pleasant draw. For those concerned about a tight draw, it opens up nicely by the middle of the first third.

Overall

Overall the Connecticut is a wonderfully mild cigar that’s reminiscent of some of Davidoff’s finest creations yet far more accessible at this price.

Ross Rating: 7/10

What alcoholic drink would I pair the PSyKo Seven Connecticut Toro Cigar with?

The PSyKo Seven Connecticut Toro Cigar would pair fantastically with Tamnavulin Sherry Cask Edition Single Malt Scotch Whisky.

This Speyside single malt has been matured in a combination of American oak casks and a variety of sherry casks. This is a fruity, rich whisky with aromas of raisins, orange and vanilla. The palate offers notes of dried fruits, warm spices and rich caramel.

What soft drink would I pair the PSyKo Seven Connecticut Toro Cigar with?

Cherry Coca-Cola really hits the spot with this cigar.

Would I smoke the PSyKo Seven Connecticut Toro Cigar again?

It’s a great breakfast or day smoke so whenever I want a cigar first thing I will go for this beauty. I had an enjoyable time smoking it and will again in the near future.