Cigar Review: Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man Robusto Cigar

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Reviewed by: Ross from the Windsor shop

About the Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man Robusto Cigar

Owner: Hiram & Solomon
Factory: Plasencia Cigars S.A.
Origin: Nicaragua
Wrapper: Indonesian Sumatra
Binder: Indonesia / Brazil, Nicaragua, Dominican Republic
Filler: Arapiraca, Habano Jalapa, Habano Ometepe, Dominican
Strength: Medium
Size: Robusto (5 x 52)

This medium body blend is masterfully encased in a silky Sumatran wrapper from the island of Indonesia. The thick smoke is rich in aroma with a hint of spice and coffee on the palate. The finish is soft and subtle as the creamy texture melds with notes of cocoa leather.

Hiram & Solomon Traveling Man received a 94-rating from Cigar & Spirits magazine.

The Beginning

To start things off the cigar has a definitive citrus taste to it. The citrus slides into the background as the cigar develops a pleasant sweetness that dominates the palate. As we move toward the end of the first third, some cedar and floral pipe up.

The Middle

In the middle, the cedar bulks up. Around the halfway point some delightful brown sugar begins to develop on the aroma of the Traveling Man, with a touch of bbq thickness on the retrohale. As the second third comes to a close, the cedar pulls back a bit as it is joined by some floral notes.

The End

The final third has continued floral components. There is some cedar to round things out on this cigar that has a relatively short finish, very clean. The retrohale sees the addition of some subtle spices, but the cigar never goes beyond medium in strength. Extremely pleasant cigar.

Burn

A really steady burn throughout and this is down to great blend and construction. No touch ups needed.

Draw

Average smoke time for a cigar this size, draw had bite to it and gave a decent smoke output.

Overall

You don’t have to be in the Masonic brotherhood to enjoy this cigar. After all, the brotherhood of cigars trumps all.

Medium in strength and flavour the cigar is an enjoyable afternoon treat.

Ross Rating: 8 out of 10

Cigar Pairing Idea

I am feeling rather spooky so I had to pair this with one of Halloween drinks, Timorous Beastie “Meet the Beast” Limited Edition Scotch Whisky (70cl / 54.9%).

What soft drink would I pair it with? An ultra flavourful can of Mirinda Orange.

Would I smoke this again? Yes, I have been a fan of all of the Hiram & Solomon cigars so far. Really good blends and fantastic construction.