Sometimes, the smallest changes make the biggest impact. That’s the idea behind the Umbagog Bronzeback cigar—a line extension to Steve Saka’s rugged fan-favorite Umbagog line. Unlike most offshoots, which flaunt flashy new wrappers or blend overhauls, Bronzeback goes subtle, shifting just one variable: the leaf’s position on the stalk. The result? A throwback Broadleaf experience that hits like classic Henry Clay cigars of the ’80s and ’90s, now offered in the newly added 5” x 52 Robusto format.
The Bronzeback cigar swaps out the original Umbagog’s “Mediums” Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper for the lesser-known “2LS” priming—harvested lower on the plant, where the leaves are a bit lighter in hue and notably more pepper-forward. Underneath is the familiar Nicaraguan binder and filler combo, all crafted at the NACSA factory in Estelí. This isn’t a reinvention—it’s a refinement for the cigar obsessive, showing off the nuanced influence of leaf position while retaining the dense, hearty smoke Umbagog fans expect.
What does the Umbagog Bronzeback Robusto cigar taste like?
Expect a medium-full profile with an up-front, slightly dry texture. The 2LS Broadleaf amps up the black pepper, earth, and grit, dialing back the usual sweetness in favor of cocoa powder, charred wood, and a hint of licorice. As it burns, a hint of maple sweetness rounds out the edges—never dominant, but just enough to keep things interesting. If the original Umbagog was your daily driver, the Bronzeback Robusto cigar is your weekend stick for when you’re craving something with more bite.
