Foundation Olmec Maduro Robusto (5×50)
MSRP: $75.60 - $181.44
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Price range: $15.12 through $163.29
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Nick Mellilo’s newest blend brings the roots of historic Mexico to life with the Foundation Olmec. Named after the ancient Olmec civilization that once inhabited the very grounds where this Mexican San Andres wrapper is grown, Nick was inspired to craft this rich blend after a trip in Mexico to purchase tobacco. The Olmecs lived in the region that is now Mexico before the Aztecs and the Mayans, and they are considered to be one of the most influential societies of the early Americas. The Olmecs were one of the earliest known civilizations to consume and cultivate tobacco, and this blend is a tribute to them. Lighting up the Foundation Olmec presents bold complex notes of dark espresso, cacao, and spice. Everything Foundation has released have been a smash hit in the cigar industry, and the Olmec is sure to be the next one. Grab Nick’s newest creation today! You will be glad you did!
Additional information
| Weight | 0.06 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 5.0 × 1.0 × 1.0 in |
| Variant | Single, 5 Pack, Box of 12 |
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| Shape | |
| Wrapper | Mexican San Andres Negra |
| Binder | Nicaragua |
| Filler | Nicaragua |
| Country of Origin | |
| Cigar Brand | Foundation Olmec |
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Reviews (3)
3 reviews for Foundation Olmec Maduro Robusto (5×50)
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Chris Allen (verified owner) –
An absolute gem of a cigar. Dark rich flavors of leather and chocolate. Construction is perfect with a toothy wrapper.
Justin Mahan-Strupp (verified owner) –
This was an excellent cigar. It started out bitter in a good way, like cocoa or coffee grounds. Then a huge transition 1/3 in where it got much deeper and more flavorful. A very memorable cigar. I’m a huge fan of the Tabernacle, but I’ll be mixing these in from time to time for diversity of experience. Definitely worth trying if you like dark, strong flavors and transitions and complexity in a cigar.
Sky (verified owner) –
Review: Foundation Olmec Maduro Robusto (5×50)
The Foundation Olmec Maduro Robusto opens with a deep and satisfying combination of dark chocolate, semi-sweet black coffee, and rich earthiness. From the start, the smoke is creamy and smooth not chewy, but rounded in a way that coats the palate pleasantly. The construction is solid, with an even burn line and consistent draw that requires no babysitting.
In the first third, the cigar stays firmly rooted in chocolate and coffee notes, accented by an underlying earth tone. The retrohale is where it really shines offering a sweet, spicy, zesty dried red pepper character balanced by a touch of earthiness. This note recurs throughout the cigar and becomes something of a signature flavor: calming, grounding, and pleasantly warm.
The second third briefly introduces complexity with a flicker of dark fruit and dried nuts, particularly almond and cashew. While these flavors don’t linger, they add a welcome contrast to the core profile. The retrohale continues to deliver that sweet-spicy dried red pepper, making each puff feel layered even if the transitions are subtle.
As the cigar approaches its final third, hints of hardwood and leather emerge, giving the smoke a more traditional Maduro finish. Importantly, it never turns bitter or acrid, maintaining a smooth character all the way to the nub.
For the non-alcohol drinkers I paired this cigar with Virgil’s root beer, and the natural vanilla in the drink drew out subtleties in the smoke that might otherwise have stayed hidden. The combination amplified the sweetness and brought an extra dimension to the chocolate and coffee notes, making for a memorable pairing.
While the Olmec Maduro Robusto may not deliver dramatic complexity or sweeping transitions, what it does offer is consistency, balance, and flavor honesty. It’s chocolatey, earthy, peppery in the right way, and rewarding for slow, mindful smoking.
Final verdict: ★★★★☆ (4/5)
A cigar I’ll happily return to rich, grounding, and flavorful, but just a step shy of the depth and transformation that would have pushed it into the top tier.