CAO Flavours Cherrybomb Tubo Cigar
- May 1
- 3 min read
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About This Cigar from the Maker
CAO Cherrybomb
Ignite a CAO Cherrybomb and enjoy an explosion of flavor. Notes of cherry and black currant are mellowed by a core of creamy vanilla.
Story
Ignite a CAO Cherrybomb and enjoy an explosion of premium flavors. Notes of cherry and black currant are mellowed by a core of creamy vanilla. With a unique complexity and a rich, memorable aroma, this is one cigar worth lighting up.
Cigar Profile
Wrapper: Cameroon
Binder: Connecticut Broadleaf
Filler: Dominican
Body: Mellow
Drink Pairing: Bourbon, Dark Brown Ale
Tasting Notes: Sweet, Cherry, Vanilla, Citrus
Frontmarks
Corona: 5.25 X 42
Tubo: 4.75 X 30
Petit Corona: 4 X 40
Cigarillos: 4 X 30
ATTENTION
Cigar smoking and drinking alcohol are for adults of legal smoking and drinking age.
Our Experience
A Sweet-Smoke Perspective from Jeff King
CAO positions the Cherrybomb as a flavor-driven cigar built around cherry, black currant, and creamy vanilla, wrapped in a mellow-bodied profile designed for easy enjoyment. This review focuses on the Tubo (4.75 x 30) size and how it performs in real-world smoking conditions.
On the Nose: Sweet, Cherry-Forward, and Inviting
Before lighting, the cigar presents sweet cherry, coffee, and baking-spice aromas—a warm, dessert-like scent that sets an appealing tone. The pre-light aroma is one of the cigar’s strongest features: sweet, fragrant, and immediately inviting.
Flavor & Body: Sweet, Pleasant, but Not a “Cherry Bomb”
The initial draws deliver:
Candied cherry sweetness
Vanilla
Chocolate spice
A mellow, mild body
The sweetness is pleasant and approachable, but the cherry note is subtle rather than explosive. Despite the name “Cherrybomb,” the flavor profile leans more toward gentle cherry accents than a bold fruit-forward punch. The smoke remains mild and easygoing, though other flavored cigars—such as Tatiana Vanilla or Groovy Blue—tend to offer a more aromatic room note.
Construction & Draw: Even Burn, Firm Pull
The Cherrybomb Tubo performs well in terms of construction:
Even burn throughout
No relighting required
Solid roll and structure
The draw is tighter than ideal, requiring more effort to pull smoke through. This may be due to the small ring gauge or a firm roll, but it does not compromise the burn consistency.
Final Third: Noticeable Increase in Harshness
While the first two thirds remain consistent, sweet, and mild, the final third shifts:
Harsher smoke
More pronounced tobacco bite
Less sweetness and more raw tobacco character
This transition doesn’t derail the experience, but it does change the cigar’s tone as it approaches the finish.
Overall Impression
The CAO Flavours Cherrybomb Tubo offers:
A mild, sweet, approachable profile
Solid construction and an even burn
Dessert-like notes of cherry, vanilla, and chocolate spice
However:
The cherry flavor is subtle, not dominant
The draw is tight
The final third becomes noticeably harsher
A good option for smokers who enjoy light, sweet, flavored cigars with gentle fruit notes rather than bold cherry intensity.
ATTENTION
Cigar smoking and drinking alcohol are for adults of legal smoking and drinking age.
Our Review of CAO Flavours Cherrybomb Tubo Cigar
Flavor:
Sweet notes of candied cherry, vanilla, and chocolate spice define the profile. The cherry presence is subtle rather than bold, offering gentle accents instead of the intensity implied by the name. The final third shifts toward a harsher, more tobacco-forward character.
Body:
A mild, mellow body with smooth, approachable smoke. Ideal for flavored-cigar fans who prefer a softer profile.
Construction:
The Tubo size delivers an even burn and solid construction. The draw is tight, requiring more effort than expected, though performance remains consistent through most of the cigar.
Overall Thoughts:
A pleasantly sweet, mild cigar with clean construction and approachable flavor. While the cherry note is understated, the blend offers an enjoyable experience through the first two thirds, with increased harshness in the final stretch. Best suited for smokers who appreciate subtle fruit sweetness within a mild flavored profile.
ATTENTION
Cigar smoking and drinking alcohol are for adults of legal smoking and drinking age.
Disclaimer: Cigar smoking and drinking alcohol are for adults of legal smoking and drinking age. Life’s Rants promotes the responsible and legal enjoyment of premium cigars and alcohol by individuals of legal age. We do not endorse or encourage smoking or drinking among minors.
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