Five Cigars to Enjoy in Summer

Now the sun is finally out, we have chosen five great smokes to enjoy in summer. Whether it be at peak sunshine or later on in the evening, these cigars promise to make your summer even more enjoyable.

Romeo y Julieta Churchill - One of the most recognisable names in Cuban cigars. The Romeo y Julieta Churchill is a testament to the rich heritage and impeccable craftsmanship of Cuban cigar making. It is named after the British Prime Minister, Sir Winston Churchill, who was a long time supporter of the brand. The cigar itself measures 7 inches long with a 47-ring gauge, it provides a luxurious smoking experience that aficionados cherish. Hand-rolled with a blend of premium Cuban tobacco, it had a vast range of flavours ranging from cedar and leather as well as undertones of cocoa and spices. It is enjoyed for its complexity and smoothness, just like the man it is named after.

Davidoff Grand Cru Toro - This cigar is the definition of luxury and sophistication. Another vitola in the esteemed Davidoff Grand Cru line, the Toro offers a modern take on the brands classic flavours, creating a beautiful smoking experience. The blend is a true harmony of aged Dominican tobaccos, wrapped in a smooth Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper, resulting in a medium bodied cigar. It will provide you with flavours of cedar, nuts and subtle spices, all perfectly balanced to create a smooth draw. The Grand Cru Toro is celebrated for its perfect construction and consistent quality, making it an incredibly popular choice for cigar connoisseurs.

Drew Estate Tabak Especial Toraja - A unique and flavourful offering from Drew Estate. This cigar, part of the Tabak Especial line, is infused with rich coffee essences and in the case of the Toraja, the coffee is from the highlands of Sulawesi, Indonesia. Measuring 6 inches in length with a 52-ring gauge, the Toraja offers a medium bodied smoking experience that is both smooth and aromatic. Hand made with a blend of Nicaraguan tobaccos and wrapped in a silky Connecticut Shade wrapper. It delivers an unbelievable fusion of creamy coffee, chocolate, and earthy tobacco. The Drew Estate Tabak Especial Toraja is loved for its unique flavours and the delightful aroma it produces, making it a perfect choice for cigar enthusiasts who like a little bit more flavour than usual.

Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 3 - Another great addition to the Hoyo de Monterrey brand, which is renowned for being light bodied and rich in flavour. The Epicure No.3 is the first figurado in the classic Hoyo de Monterrey portfolio in modern times, and the first new addition since 2008. The ring gauge of the Epicure No.3 allows the full potential of the blend to come to the fore - a supreme example of the Hoyo profile and taste. The tapered head once cut also produces a concentrated smoke that is delivered to the palate with voluminous flavours and intensity. The classic Hoyo de Monterrey line is typified by a delicate, cedar taste that remains light enough for inexperienced smokers, while offering enough elegance and layering of flavours to keep aficionados satisfied.

La Unica No. 200 - More than twenty years ago, before the cigar boom, J.C. Newman Cigar Company patriarch Stanford J. Newman, challenged his good friend Carlos Fuente, Sr. with an idea that had never been tried in the cigar industry – to develop a rich, flavourful, superb-tasting premium cigar and package it in an inexpensive cellophane bundle, without costly boxes and trimmings found with other premium cigars. Until that time, factories only packaged their “seconds” in bundles. Hand selected, perfectly aged blend of tobaccos make La Unica a favourite. Imagine a velvety, sultry beginning with hints of sweetness and fruit. As each perfectly blended leaf burns, the complexities of fine Dominican filler in La Unica blossom into a nutty, creamy, rich flavour. La Unica cigars are smooth enough for every day but far from ordinary.

Written by Oliver Partington