The Rocky Patel Special Edition Robusto (5½" x 50) 10-stick box is a premium, box-pressed cigar that showcases Rocky Patel's boutique blending style and is typically sold through selected tobacconists. It is handmade in Nicaragua and presented in an elegant 10-cigar box. [neptunecigar.com], [cigarfinder.com]
Specifications
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Size: Robusto, 5½ inches × 50 ring gauge
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Packaging: Box of 10 cigars
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Shape: Box-pressed
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Origin: Nicaragua
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Strength: Medium to Medium-Full
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Wrapper: Habano Maduro / Habano wrapper (sources vary slightly by market description)
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Construction: Handmade with carefully selected premium tobaccos and noted for an even burn and easy draw. [neptunecigar.com], [thecigarstore.com]
Flavor Profile
Smokers commonly report a balanced and complex profile featuring:
Smoking Experience
The Special Edition Robusto delivers approximately 60 minutes of smoking time. It starts smooth and creamy, develops richer coffee and earthy notes through the middle, and finishes with a refined spice that never overwhelms the palate. The medium-bodied character makes it approachable for experienced smokers while remaining flavorful enough for aficionados seeking complexity. [cigarfinder.com]
Pairing Suggestions
This cigar pairs particularly well with:
- Single malt Scotch whisky
- Cognac
- Dark roast coffee
- Full-bodied red wines such as Cabernet Sauvignon or Malbec
Overall
If you enjoy medium-bodied Nicaraguan cigars with coffee, cedar, cocoa, and spice notes, the Rocky Patel Special Edition Robusto is considered one of Rocky Patel's more refined offerings. The compact 10-count box also makes it a good option for gifting or for smokers who want a premium small-box purchase rather than a full cabinet.
