CAO America stands as a distinctive tribute to American craftsmanship, featuring a unique dual-wrapper construction that creates a striking barber pole effect. This innovative blend combines a Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro wrapper with a Connecticut Shade wrapper in a pinstripe pattern, creating one of the most visually appealing cigars on the market. The cigar earned an impressive 92-point rating from Cigar Aficionado, which noted its "sweet and savory flavors come together in the form of roasted meat, sweet cedar, and chocolate." The smoking experience begins mellow but builds in strength and complexity as you progress, ultimately delivering a medium to full-bodied profile. Part of CAO's celebrated World Series collection, this cigar showcases the brand's innovative approach to tobacco blending by incorporating a four-country filler blend of Dominican, Nicaraguan, Italian, and American tobaccos. The Brazilian binder holds together this international fusion of premium ligero tobaccos, creating what many describe as a "melting pot" of flavors that mirrors its namesake country. Announced on July 4th, 2007, the CAO America represents the brand's commitment to pushing boundaries while maintaining exceptional quality standards that have earned CAO consistent recognition in the premium cigar industry. The smoking experience delivers rich, chewy flavors with cream and oaky nuances, complemented by notes of earth, wood, and subtle sweetness. The dual wrapper construction creates no burn issues despite its complexity, offering a smooth draw and consistent burn throughout. This medium-bodied cigar with full-bodied characteristics makes it an excellent choice for experienced smokers seeking a patriotic tribute with sophisticated flavor development.