Quai D’Orsay 50
The Quai D’Orsay No 50 is an accessible and smooth Petit Robusto, of 50 ring gauge, measuring 4.3” (110mm) and which comes in box of 25 cigars.
Quai D’Orsay 50
One of the 2 newly released cigar that aims to revive the Quai D Orsay brand
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- • Medium cigar with smooth and creamy flavors
- • Wood, earth, vegetal and some pepper are the main flavors.
Ideal morning smoke for both newcomers and experienced smokers
Quai D Orsay 50 Presentation:
The Quai D Orsay 50 comes in a Semi Boite Nature Box of 25 cigars with Habanos packing code SLB-UW-GPSR-M-n-25
Quai D’Orsay 50 Dimensions:
Length: 110 mm (4.3 inches)
Ring Gauge: 50
Shape:
Petit Robusto
Quai D’Orsay 50 Appearance:
Quai D’Orsay, which was originally only available in France in the 1979’s, and is now available in many countries, has released 2 new cigars, the No.54 and the No.50 in 2017. The smaller of the 2, the Quai D’Orsay No. 50, which vitola de galera (size name used in the factory) is called a D No.5, or a Petit Robusto, 50 ring gauge but only 4.3 inches long. The wrapper on the No.50 is very pretty, with very few veins and nice golden hue to it. The wrapper color is Colorado claro, a medium-brown, caramel type color, not the smoothest but it’s good between the fingers and without any apparent soft spots. As its bigger brother the No.54, its band has been revamped and instead of the simple yellow band, it is now yellow and gold, which is very attractive and glitzy.
Quai D’Orsay 50 Smoking Notes:
Before lighting up
The aroma off the foot is cedary while there is some faint hay and cedar.
Burn/ Draw
The draw at cold is good and leaves some earth notes in the palate. Lighting up the cigar is effortless and the draw is fantastic from the get-go. Voluptuous thick clouds of smoke is released after the first pull and this goes on for the entirety of the cigar. The burn is razor sharp.
Initial third:
The Quai D’Orsay 50 greets you with very pleasant flavors of light coffee and nuts, almost like a hazelnut latte. There is also a good amount of salty flavors, some mineral, earth and vegetal notes: reminiscent of some green tea, but there is also a bit of wood and leather. Overall, the flavors are very smooth and creamy and the flavor profile is mostly vegetal and nutty. The overall strength is mild to medium. The burn is a bit wavy at times but corrects itself after few puffs. The ash has a beautiful white color and stays on the foot for more than an inch.
Middle third:
In the middle of the cigars, the flavors evolve a bit, the main tone is still vegetal, with also a more prominent earthy taste. There is also the Cuba tang, and some notes of pepper, licorice, roasted coffee beans and cumin. The nuttiness fades in and out at this point in the cigar. Some pepper and some cocoa notes stay on the palate with the aftertaste. The flavors are still beautiful and balanced, a bit richer as well. The construction remains fantastic, no issues with the burn or the draw. The ash reaches 2 inches and doesn’t seem close to falling off which allows the cigar to smoke cool and slow. The strength is still at mild to medium.
Final third:
In the final part of the cigar, the main flavors are still vegetal, the tang and cedar are predominant. Some sweetness (honey) also joins the mix as well as some notes of cocoa and vanilla. Overall, it is still very creamy while the body and strength ramp up a notch to a medium level. The Quai D Orsay 50 was never too strong nor too spicy. It is very enjoyable, and the flavors are comparable to a mix between a Hoyo de Monterrey and a Partagas but in a shorter and milder smoke. The construction is flawless throughout the whole cigar, the ash finally falls off towards the nub allowing the cigar to burn cool almost until the end.
In summary: a perfect and affordable smoke for the morning
Quai D’Orsay 50 Smoking time:
40 minutes – 60 minutes
Eliseo –
Beautiful new band design with nice looking wrappers.
First third is classy mild QDO, quickly evolving to a medium strength smoke for the remainder. Notes of wood, nuts and kick of pepper in the end.
Kabir –
This was my first time trying this cigar and all I can say is WOW! Just an awesome smoke! Will definitely get more.
Allen –
I purchased a single with my last box purchase from luxury cubans. I was worried it might be to mild for my taste, but I pleasantly surprised to find that the cigar was balanced with cream and light cedar flavors and a bit of spice. It is still on the lighter side of the spectrum, but I throughly enjoyed it. And definitely worthy of a full box purchase. And as always, luxury cuban’s service was excellent!
Callum –
This is not a bigger QDO corona and I’ve had this QDO corona, 50, and the 54. My favorite is the 50 of the 3 vitolas. It is a medium and smokey like the Upmanns. But the aroma in the 50 is fantastic. It does have a consistent medium flavor throughout with a tad bit spice at the end. Try one and decide for yourself.
Niklaus –
Great cigar. I bought these smaller sticks so I could enjoy a good smoke without needing a lot of time to finish. These hit the mark. They did need a little time in my humidor to smooth out the flavor and add some moisture back into them. But smooth draw and flavor throughout the cigar. Takes about 45mins to smoke, great service and I will definitely be getting more cigars from this company. luxury cubans has been a top notch supplier of great cigars and the only one I use
Ray –
Arrived in great condition, wonderful smoke will be ordering more of these
Damari –
Um os melhores charutos que fumei ultimamente.
Elio –
Received this cigar in great condition, but I have not smoked it yet; thanks luxury cubans
Jon –
French market knows how to choose, I recommend
Leighton –
I was very happy with my purchase. Well packaged and fast delivery! Thank you.
Axl –
Great smoke for the casual smoker, light and pleasant.
Dane –
Tasty
Eithan –
Absolutely outstanding! Wonderful mild-medium bodied smoke!
Kenji –
I enjoyed this cigar from the beginning to the end. Excellent.