Let's talk about the Romeo y Julieta Envy Amulet - an 11-count box of Nicaraguan puros dressed in Plasencia's magic. At 6" long with a beefy 55 ring gauge, these $173.25 sticks come packed in amulet-shaped boxes that could double as jewelry cases. The Connecticut Shade wrapper glistens with oil, hinting at the medium-full body lurking beneath that smooth exterior.
First Third: Cold draw serves sweet hay. Initial puffs deliver black pepper kick through the nose - surprising given the creamy wrapper appearance. Earth foundation with espresso bitterness, needs 2-3 mins to mellow into roasted nuts.
Mid-Smoke: Settles into signature Plasencia profile - charred cedar and dark chocolate. Smoke output doubles, coating the palate. Retrohale reveals hidden cinnamon notes. Burn line holds razor-sharp despite 55rg thickness.
Final Stretch: Nicaraguan twang intensifies. Leather joins the party at inch 3.5. Last inch brings mineral tang - time to put it down unless you're chasing nicotine rush.
The box appeal is real - gift-ready presentation that justifies premium pricing. But that 55rg feels chunkier than specs suggest. Smoke time clocks 85-95 mins. Pair with espresso or bourbon to counterbalance the earthy core. Good aging potential - revisiting after 6 months mellows the sharp edges.
