Let's talk about the Romeo y Julieta 1875 Romeos Court Tube - a 5.5"x44 parejo-shaped stogie that comes packed in travel-friendly aluminum tubes. Priced at $77.72 for a box of 10, this Dominican-made cigar features an Indonesian Shade Grown wrapper with that classic Romeo y Julieta romantic band design. It's basically the "reliable date night" of cigars - not too intense, always well-dressed, and won't leave you hanging mid-smoke.
The initial puffs serve up straight-up cedar with a side of toasted almonds. Draw feels like sipping a thick milkshake through a straw - dense but manageable. White pepper tingles the nostrils if you retrohale too aggressively.
Dominican earthiness kicks in around the midpoint. Imagine crushing dried autumn leaves mixed with dark roast coffee grounds. Burn line holds surprisingly straight despite breezy conditions. Ash holds firm for about 1.5" before dropping.
Here's where the TBN wrapper shines - subtle honey sweetness emerges to balance the earthiness. Occasional tar buildup if smoked too fast. Nub potential: medium (gets warm but doesn't turn bitter).
The aluminum tube does more than look pretty - maintains 68% RH without humidor storage for up to 3 weeks. Wrapper shows minimal veins, though some units develop small cracks near the foot during shipping. Cap cuts cleanly with a double-blade cutter. Cold draw has perfect resistance - not pluggy, not loose.
Pair this with a flat white coffee or light rum. Avoid full-bodied spirits that'll overpower the subtle flavors. Best smoked mid-morning or early evening. Let rest 30 days after delivery for optimal performance - fresh boxes sometimes taste slightly muted.
