The reviews I saw about the Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real Nicaragua Robusto tell me that you either get put off by it or get hooked. So it definitely piqued my interest for the last couple of months I’ve had it in my humidor. The Robusto has a gorgeous uniformly brown wrapper, with decent oils, and sports only a few small veins. The blue and gold band contrasted very nicely with the dark wrapper, adding to the overall aesthetic and solidifying its visual allure. As with all Romeo y Julieta cigars, this one is beautiful
Pull of Cigar
It was consistently firm throughout and greets with a fruity aroma, immediately reminding me of candied strawberries, with a lingering aromatic waft of leather and mild coffee. The cold draw delivers a peppery spice to the back of the throat, which was surprisingly not as intense upon lighting.
Taste
Upon lighting up, rich and chalky notes of wafer-like sweetness, orange bitters, cedar, and a damp earthiness characterize the initial draws. It is captivating right off the bat. As I progressed through the first third of the cigar, I got more toasty mineral flavors as the cedar notes faded to the background, underlined by a hint of white pepper. Every draw is spot-on. It’s easy with a slight resistance, layering the palate with a weighty, substantial smoke that speaks of the cigar’s meticulous construction and fine tobacco.
As the profile unfolds, hints of wheat, creaminess, black pepper, crushed peanuts, and lavender emerge. Most of these start presenting themselves in the retrohales rather than the draws, which comprise mostly of a dominant mineral flavor, rich tobacco, and sweet undertones.
The sweetness builds a little more at the final third trailing parts and slowly starts to level out. Although the flavor flirts with sweetness, it resists any meaningful shifts from the dominant toasty mineral taste. The mild flavor of smooth coffee, just a touch of saltiness, and a vibrant black pepper ramps up in the second third of the retrohales as well.
As I got into the final third of the cigar, the subtle sweetness lingered and the previously dominating mineral flavor seemed to drift away from the cedar and cinnamon flavors and shift more towards a being joined by a refreshing combination of wheat, earthiness, and hints of nuttiness. The leathery flavors also seemed to fade as the earthiness took over. It never got too bitter, but the tobacco notes increased as I neared the end of the cigar and eventually finished off with a pepper burn. The ash is a beautiful medium gray, firm, and sticks on very well. The ash fell off on its own about a quarter of an inch into the second third. One touch-up was in order but otherwise an amazing cigar that I would go back to without a doubt.
Overall Review of Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real Nicaragua Robusto
The Romeo y Julieta Reserva Real Nicaragua Robusto is as aromatic as it is flavorful. I give this a 90 rating. For a price of $8.77, you can’t get much better than this. It’s a medium-bodied, full-flavored cigar that is extremely enjoyable right down to the nub.
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The House of Capulet Robusto is a notable offering from the acclaimed Romeo y Julieta cigar brand, synonymous with industry excellence. This brand took inspiration from Shakespeare’s tragedy, Romeo and Juliet, leading to the release of two exclusive shop lines in 2013: House of Montague and House of Capulet. The House of Capulet Robusto captures attention with its vibrant double bands and an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper. Pre-light aromas include cedar and toasty tobacco, with notes of cooking spices and a hint of cocoa. Once lit, its taste surprises with a white pepper spice from its Honduran and Nicaraguan tobacco blend. This medium to full-bodied cigar offers a variety of flavors, from woodsy notes and Connecticut creaminess to a mix of sweet, earthy, and spicy tones. The experience concludes with dominant cocoa and sugary sweetness. Overall, the House of Capulet Robusto is a memorable cigar, blending aesthetics and complex flavors, and deserves its 89-point rating.
Romeo y Julieta 1875
The Romeo y Julieta 1875 Bully is a cigar that holds sentimental value for the reviewer, being one of the first brands they were introduced to. The cigar comes in a convenient 5-inch length and a 50-ring size, making it suitable for a quick yet flavorful smoke. It offers a medium to mild strength with a complex flavor profile that evolves from earthy and creamy notes to hints of coffee, leather, and nuts as you progress. The cigar is best enjoyed, as the ending delivers a delightful blend of leather, nutty, and spicy flavors.
Although the cigar was initially a bit dry upon arrival, proper storage in a humidor resolved any burning issues. The 10-pack comes with a Boveda 2-way humidity control pack to help maintain optimal conditions. The reviewer rated it 90, praising its balanced flavors and iconic red and white band. Pairing suggestions include coffee or scotch with coffee undertones. Overall, the review of Romeo y Julieta 1875 makes it a reliable choice for both personal enjoyment and as a classy gift.
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