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As an administrator, my role is extremely varied Today I have been learning about the brand El Rey del Mundo. |
The Cuban cigar brand of El Rey Del Mundo was believed to be first created in 1848 by German businessman Emilio Ohmstedt who also created Sanch Panza cigars. After Ohmstedt’s death the Cuban cigar company was passed on to Antonio Allones sometime around 1882. El Rey Del Mundo, or ‘King of the World’ in Spanish, was at one time the most expensive and prestigious cigar brand in the world. Under Allones’ command it reached the height of its prestige. Allones’ company was later bought out by the Diaz Hermanos y Cia venture owned by Candido Vega Diaz who then later renamed themselves the Rey Del Mundo Cigar Co. To highlight their most famous asset, although other brands such as Sancho Panza, Rafael González, and Don Cándido were also produced by them.
Let's takle a look at some of the most popular vitola from the brand:
| Brand and Vitola | Size | Tasting notes |
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Choix Supreme |
5" length and 48 Ring Gauge | "...Nuanced woods and roasted nuts form the backbone of this bold, flavourful cigar. Coffee bean and caramel elements also emerge before a leathery finish. Its burn is even, its draw full and opulent..." - Cigar Aficionado |
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Demi Tasse
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4" length and 30 Ring Gauge | "...A charming little cigar with subtle box-pressing and a three-seam cap. The smoke is flinty and earthy with graham cracker notes and a mineral finish..." - Cigar Aficionado |
Summary
So, what have we learnt today?
Today we learnt about the brand El Rey del Mundo, their connection to the Sancho Panza brand, and their expensive history.
I hope you enjoyed today’s blog of Learn with Lewis, and I hope you learnt something new! Until next time, take care and happy smoking!
Lewis
Part of the Dominique London Group
