Romeo y Julieta
Year of foundation: 1875
Tobacco Country: Cuba
Tobacco Procedence: Vuelta Abajo (Pinar del Rio)
Factory: Romeo y Julieta
Inspired by Shakespeare’s famous characters, the brand Romeo y Julieta was established in 1875 by Inocencio Alvarez and Mannin Garcia in Havana, Cuba. The marca quickly made a name for itself, by earning four gold medals in several universal exhibitions in the late 19th century, which are still visible on the brand logo (on both sides of the main picture). It then really became popular under the marketing efforts of its new owner, José “Pepin” Rodriguez Fernandez, which acquired the company at the beginning of the 20th century. Pepin notably promoted the brand through horse racing events in Europe and the Americas, by entering his own horse under name of “Julieta”.
The brand notoriety continued to grow until today where it is one of the most popular Cuban brand. Its most famous aficionado was surely Sir Winston Churchill, which gave its name to several Romeo y Julieta cigars and to the classic “Churchill” cigar, a massive 7 by 47 ring gauge cigar. There is also a Dominican Romeo y Julieta cigar brand that was started after the Cuban revolution. However, the original brand is Cuban Romeo y Julieta that is mentioned here.
Romeo y Julieta is known for rolling first-class cigars, generally medium in strength, very aromatic and well balanced. This marca also offers one of the widest selection of Habanos, you will surely find the one that suits you, the most famous vitolas are the Romeo y Julieta Mille Fleurs, the Romeo y Julieta Wide Churchills, the Romeo y Julieta No.2 among others.
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Romeo y Julieta Wide Churchills - 25 cigars
$729.00Out of stock
The Romeo y Julieta Wide Churchills is a smooth, with 55 ring gauge, 5.1” (130mm) long and comes in a box of 25 cigars. It is one of the latest additions by Habanos S.A. to the Romeo y Julieta brand. After the Short Churchill was released with great success in 2006, Romeo and Julieta modelled all their newer vitolas after this awesome cigar. This is why the Wide Churchill is slightly longer and somewhat wider than the Robusto sized Short Churchills. The cigars are packed full of smooth, subtle, medium flavored aromas. Launched in 2010. Learn More -
Romeo y Julieta Maravillas 8 Year of the Rat 2020 - 8 cigars
$799.00Out of stock
The Romeo y Julieta Maravillas 8 is a 2020 special released Habano, a 6.1” (155mm) by 55 ring gauge, and comes in a luxury box of 8 cigars. It is celebrating the Chinese zodiac calendar, 2020 being the year of the Rat, which symbolizes wealth and surplus. The number 8 is considered a lucky number in the Chinese culture and appeals to the Chinese market with its beautiful red lacquered luxury box (red is the symbol of good fortune and joy), with some golden touches (a stylized golden rat), which color refers to wealth. Released for the Asian market, the Maravillas 8 cigar is shaped into a Maravillas No.3 vitola de galera, the same used by the Montecristo 520, a 2012 Limited Edition.
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Romeo y Julieta Club Kings - 50 cigars
$779.00Out of stock
The Romeo y Julieta Club Kings is a medium Petit Corona cigar of 42 ring gauge, part of the Habanos Línea Retro series announced in 2017. Initially planned in 2011, it was finally released in 2018 after years of waiting. The original Club King from Romeo y Julieta was discontinued in the 1980s to the dismay of many aficionados. The Partagás Capitols are the other cigars part of the Habanos Línea Retro. Learn More -
Romeo y Julieta Churchills Tubos - 25 cigars
$749.00Out of stock
The Romeo y Julieta Churchills is a classic Habano, a strong julieta, with a 47 ring gauge, 7" (178mm) long and comes in aluminum tubes in a box of 25 cigars. Learn More -
Romeo y Julieta Belicosos - 25 cigars
$719.00Out of stock
The Romeo y Julieta Belicosos a delicious and smooth mild to medium Campana, of 52 ring gauge, 5.5” (140mm) long and comes in a box of 25 cigars. It has lots to offer, with deep leathery and woody flavors and a touch of chocolate. It is a smooth and sweet cigar full of aroma that many compare it to the Montecristo 2. The Belicoso burns well and develops a rich creamy taste. Learn More