# Macanudo Emissary France Review #31 by Poodie

1. Aesthetics:

- Smooth

- Free of blemishes

- Color scheme (gold and blue) gives a luxurious feel

2. First Draw:

- What flavors did you experience during the first draw? - Peppery

- Woody

- Other (please specify):

3. By Poodie on October 6 2025 7:54:14 PM

- **Cigar:** [Macanudo Emissary France](https://www.cigarworld.com/cigars/macanudo/emissary-france/)
- **Reviewed by:** Poodie
- **Date:** October 6, 2025
- **Rating:** 5 out of 5
- **Smoked at:** Summerville, SC

## Cigar Experience Survey: Macando Emissary France

**1. Aesthetics:**

\- Smooth

\- Free of blemishes

\- Color scheme (gold and blue) gives a luxurious feel

**2. First Draw:**

\- What flavors did you experience during the first draw?

\- Peppery

\- Woody

\- Other (please specify):

**3. Smoke Texture:**

\- How would you describe the texture of the smoke?

\- Creamy

\- Other (please specify):

**4. Flavor Profile:**

\- In the first third of the cigar, what flavors stood out to you?

\- Woody

\- Leathery

\- Peppery

\- Earthy

**5. Burn Characteristics:**

\- How would you rate the burn line during the first third?

\- Almost even

\- Creamy smoke

**6. Second Third:**

\- What flavors did you detect in the second third?

\- Black tea

\- Cayenne pepper

\- Salty

\- No sweetness or citrus

**7. Final Third:**

\- What were your tasting notes in the final third?

\- Strong black pepper

\- Coffee notes

\- No sweetness or floral notes

\- Aftertaste description (e.g., vinegar)

**8. Overall Impression:**

\- How would you rate your overall experience with the Macanudo Emissary?

\- Would you be willing to purchase this cigar as a single at a price of $15 or $20.