At this year’s IPCPR convention and trade show, the Espinosa Premium Cigars booth went orange—literally. The company’s newest release is the Laranja Reserva, which not only features orange bands, but also draws inspiration from an orange-hued Brazilian wrapper. The cigar debuted at the trade show and will begin shipping later this month. It’s offered in three sizes, each of it will ship in a 20-count box: Corona Gorda (5 5/8 x 46, $9.90), Robusto Extra (5 1/2 x 54, $10.50) and Toro (6 x 52, $10.90). Cigar Reviewed: Laranja Reserva Robusto Extra Country of Origin: Nicaragua Factory: La Zona Cigar Factory Wrapper: Brazil Binder: Nicaragua Filler: Nicaragua Size: 5 1/2 Inches Ring Gauge: 54 Vitola: Robusto Extra MSRP: $10.50 (Boxes of 12, $210.00) Release Date: August 2014 Number of Cigars Released: Regular Production Number of Cigars Smoked For Review: 2 While it’s not the cleanest of rolls, leading to bumps, the wrapper itself is very smooth to the touch. Overall, it creates a very interesting texture. Aroma from the Brazilian wrapper is mild with some leather notes barely showing themselves, fairly lifeless even after being protected in cellophane. From the foot, there’s much more to get excited about: sweet cedar, gingerbread, ...
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