Something about the House of Capulet Robusto tickles the curiosity even just at first glance. My anticipation of smoking this cigar rivals the feeling that I get when planning that perfect time to break out the finest, aged, top-shelf smokes from my humidor for a special smoking experience. Well, every blend of Romeo y Julieta has always had that pull for me.
Romeo y Julieta is a cigar brand always attached to the talks of excellence and of recognized value in the industry. It’s no secret that the brand is the Spanish name for Shakespeare’s famous tragedy, Romeo and Juliet. Staying true to the brand, Imperial Brands hitched their wagons to the families of the central figures in the popular play when they released two exclusive shop lines in 2013: House of Montague and House of Capulet. If that isn’t the epitome of an authentic classic brand, I don’t know what is.
Pull of Cigar
Upon visual inspection, the first thing that stands out about this Robusto is its double bands, visually popping in red and silver. An intricately designed parchment cellophane hugs a relatively smooth medium tan Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper underneath. The wrapper sports a beautiful sheen and a complex, minimally visible vein structure. After a quick and clean cut to the cap, a sweet, welcoming aroma of cedar and toasty tobaccos roam into the air like a powerful lure. Pre-light notes of cooking spices and cedar take center stage, underlined by a subtle hint of cocoa. The pull offered a slight resistance on the cold draw, which eventually loosened upon lighting and as I progressed through the cigar. This medium to full-bodied smoke lit beautifully and burned razor straight right from the first draw. The burn path remained consistently even throughout the entire smoke.
Taste
The initial draws go above and beyond the standard Connecticut-wrapped stogie, greeting the palate with a surprising sucker-punch of white pepper spice, thanks to its core stuffed with an edgier recipe of Honduran and Nicaraguan tobaccos. As the cigar slowly heats up, rich woodsy notes start poking through. An earthy suggestion of cinnamon later caresses the palate, layered by a slight bitterness. All that, without losing the telltale Connecticut creaminess, sweetness, and leathery notes in every hearty draw.
As I reach the halfway point, the initial pepper spice dissipates, and a cinnamon and garlic-like spice sneak into the profile. The ash is light gray and firm — effortlessly reaching a quarter over an inch before I tapped it off on the ashtray.
The finish swells as earthy, sweet, and creamy notes meld marvelously with a subtle spice. The strength settles on a medium as the cigar makes its way into its finale. A new note of toasted bread briefly comes along and introduces itself to the palate, adding a drying quality to the smoke. The subtle spice and bitterness that was noticeable in the first third is still around but seems to be getting quickly pushed to the side by the more dominant cocoa and sugary sweetness just as the whole experience rounded into a satisfying conclusion.
Overall Review of House of Capulet Robusto
The House of Capulet Robusto is definitely another Romeo y Julieta cigar experience etched in my mind. From its vintage-like aesthetics to the complex mélange of flavors, I can already see why I’d go back for another enjoyable experience of this. The contrast of creamy sweetness and bitter spice is right where I like it. It deserves an 89-point rating. If a cigar that is both attractive and flavorful is what you desire, look no further than House of Capulet Robusto.
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The Romeo y Julieta House of Montague cigar entices enthusiasts with its Brazilian Maduro wrapper and a complex blend of Nicaraguan, Dominican, and Brazilian fillers, delivering an evolving profile of earthy wood, cedar, pepper, cocoa, and unique dark plum notes. Although not without minor flaws, its exceptional construction and reasonable price point, coupled with a rich array of flavors that intensify through each third, have earned it high praise and a 90-point rating in the review of Romeo y Julieta House of Montague.
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Alec Bradley has cemented its reputation over two decades, enduring early failures to become a renowned global brand. The Alec Bradley Prensado Churchill, a testament to the brand’s resilience and quality, boasts a visually appealing Corojo wrapper and a complex blend of flavors. Initial medium-bodied notes of spice, wood, and almond evolve through the smoking experience, revealing the cigar’s excellent construction and consistent draw. Despite slight changes over the years, the cigar maintains its well-rounded, nutty profile with the right amount of spice, offering a medium to full-bodied experience. This consistent quality underscores the cigar’s enduring appeal and justifies its high rating, as confirmed by this detailed review of Alec Bradley Prensado Churchill.
Camacho Criollo Robusto
In 2013, Camacho Cigars rebranded and revamped its product line, aligning with its new ‘bold standard’ campaign. The Camacho Criollo, formerly part of the Havana line, emerged distinctively post-rebrand, featuring a Criollo ’98 wrapper and notable blend changes like the use of a thicker, sun-rich fourth priming and the addition of Dominican Piloto Cubano tobacco for an earthy flavor profile. The Robusto variant boasts a visually appealing design with its sheeny brown wrapper and lemon-yellow-themed packaging. Smokers can anticipate a cedar and earthy pre-draw scent, a robust smoking experience with evolving flavors from creamy and floral to peppery and nutty, and a consistent burn quality. Pairing well with dark chocolate and offering a rich, bold flavor spectrum, the Camacho Criollo Robusto is a testament to the brand’s daring revamp, earning a commendable review score of 90. This comprehensive analysis concludes with a positive review of Camacho Criollo Robusto, highlighting its adherence to Camacho’s bold standard and complex flavor palette.
