Blackbird Cuco Criollo Corona

A very friendly bird in its Brazilian chocolate-colored plumage, with very visible veins. The leaf is tight, almost hard, and slightly dry to the touch. The band catches the eye thanks to its pretty relief depicting birds, with “Cuco” in large and “BLACKBIRD” in capitals. We selected the Blackbird Cuco Criollo Corona for its atypical blend, Brazilian, Indonesian, and Dominican. 

When dry, the draw is quite resistant. The cigar is dense and well packed. You can perceive light notes of spices and a herbal background.

Lighting is easy. The first puffs reveal a hint of cayenne pepper on a woody background. The smoke is aromatic and leaves a good woody taste in the mouth. On retro-olfaction, a touch of sugar appears, discreet but pleasant.

The burn is even throughout the tasting. The draw, although slightly firm, remains comfortable. The pace is slow, which suits this format perfectly.

The ash, very light and slightly fluffy, holds well in place. It only falls about one centimeter from the band.

The tasting evolves linearly towards more blended aromas. The wood becomes more present, accompanied by a certain sweetness. You can also distinguish some dark chocolate notes in the last third.

The burn remains stable until the end, and the strength stays pleasant, without excess. Expect about an hour of smoke for this Blackbird Cuco Corona. 

The Cigar Anecdote

Its creator, Jonas Santana, launched the brand with a simple desire: “Let the birds fly,” giving each blend an animal personality.