Romeo y Julieta 1875

There are many reasons Romeo y Julieta cigars have been favored over the past many decades by some of the world's most famous smokers, and the 1875 cigar contains much of the same secret sauce. From the pale yet aromatic wrapper to the tasty, nutty cold draw, even an unlit vitola oozes with quality and savory promise. Alight, a wealth of earthy, leathery, and toasted almond flavors burst onto the palate on waves of heavy smoke, with bright hints of citrus and nutmeg serving as a refresher for the next deep puff. Through the nose, a floral burst is noticeable even as the tongue delights in some sweet vanilla cream and coffee that linger long into the nub.

In another universe, the Romeo y Julieta 1875 blend might be the top-of-the-line cigar for a small boutique brand available only as a Robusto or Toro at a few select places for two to three times the current price. Lucky, then, we live in a time and place when you can grab this most premium of smokes in a variety of shapes and sizes at almost bargain-basement prices. Immerse yourself in the classics and come out the other side a better person altogether.