The Romeo y Julieta 1875 Julietas brings Shakespearean romance to your humidor in pocket-sized form. This machine-made petit corona measures 4 7/8" with a 28 ring gauge, packing Dominican-grown tobacco in an Indonesian Shade wrapper. At under $2 per stick in 60-count boxes, it's the cigar equivalent of a reliable paperback - perfect for quick smoke breaks or pairing with your morning coffee.
The cold draw gives sweet hay notes. Upon lighting, expect immediate baking spices - think nutmeg and toasted wheat. Smoke production stays modest, requiring steady puffing to maintain combustion. Ash holds firm for about 1cm before dropping.
Dominican tobacco's signature creaminess emerges, blending with cashew butter and faint vanilla. Watch for occasional pepper tingle on retrohale. The Indonesian wrapper keeps bitterness in check despite machine-made construction.
Flavors simplify to cedar plank and white pepper near the nub. Machine-rolled cigars typically don't evolve dramatically, but the 1875 maintains acceptable balance. Stop before the last inch unless you enjoy carbon notes.
Pre-punched caps make these ready to light straight from the tin. The Indonesian wrapper feels slightly papery compared to Connecticut alternatives. Machine-rolled consistency means tight spots occur in about 1/5 sticks - keep a perfect draw tool handy.
Budget-conscious smokers wanting a recognizable brand name. The short smoke time (25-35 minutes) works well for:
