Smooth Operator: The Oliva Connecticut Reserve Toro
The Oliva Connecticut Reserve Toro
Everyone who knows me knows I’ve got a soft spot for a good Connecticut — and the Oliva Connecticut Reserve Toro (6x50) checks every box. Wrapped in a flawless Ecuadorian Connecticut leaf over a hearty Nicaraguan binder and long-filler core, this cigar delivers everything you want in a mellow, flavorful smoke. It opens with creamy notes of toasted wood, sweet hay, and a touch of almond, developing into a silky, medium-bodied experience that stays balanced and smooth from start to finish.
This is the cigar I reach for when I want pure relaxation — refined, consistent, and quietly elegant. Proof that Connecticut doesn’t have to mean boring. The Oliva Connecticut Reserve is, quite simply, great Connecticut done right.
Reviewer: Jeff Fuller
Date Smoked: October 4, 2025
Location: My back deck
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Connecticut
Binder: Nicaraguan
Filler: Nicaraguan
Vitola: Toro (6x50)
Age of Cigar (if known): Unknown
Pre-Light Experience
Appearance: A flawless, golden-hued Connecticut wrapper with a silky sheen and minimal veins. The construction is textbook Oliva — firm with just the right amount of give.
🌕🌕🌕🌕 (4/5 Moons)
Aroma: Notes of fresh cream, cedar, and a touch of honey sweetness drift off the foot — a warm invitation to what’s ahead.
🌕🌕🌕🌕 (4/5 Moons)
Cold Draw: Smooth and effortless, offering early hints of wood and sweet tobacco.
🌕🌕🌕🌕🌗 (4.5/5 Moons)
Smoking Experience
First Third: Light and creamy with toasty wood and almond undertones. A perfect breakfast cigar that eases you in with grace.
🌕🌕🌕🌕 (4/5 Moons)
Second Third: The body deepens slightly, bringing in subtle spice and a touch of vanilla cream. It’s mellow but never dull — Connecticut elegance at its finest.
🌕🌕🌕🌕🌗 (4.5/5 Moons)
Final Third: Finishes with smooth cedar, a hint of white pepper, and buttery texture that lingers on the palate.
🌕🌕🌕🌕 (4/5 Moons)
Burn & Draw: Razor-sharp burn line, consistent ash, and an easy draw from start to finish.
🌕🌕🌕🌕🌗 (4.5/5 Moons)
Overall Impressions
Flavor Complexity: 🌕🌕🌕🌕 (4/5 Moons)
Balance & Smoothness: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌗 (4.5/5 Moons)
Construction & Burn: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌗 (4.5/5 Moons)
Overall Enjoyment: 🌕🌕🌕🌕🌗 (4.5/5 Moons)
Final Score: 17.5 / 20 Moons
Pairing Notes
Pairs beautifully with a morning coffee, a light bourbon, or even a smooth cream ale — it’s an anytime cigar that feels right every time.
Final Thoughts
Like I said, everyone who knows me knows I love a good Connecticut — and this is a great Connecticut. The Oliva Connecticut Reserve Toro proves that mellow doesn’t mean boring. It’s creamy, balanced, and perfectly refined — a cigar that delivers peace, flavor, and satisfaction in every draw.
Moon Cigar Club Seal of Approval: ✅ Yes
Stay Smokey,
Jeff Fuller
