This edition of Byron humidors is limited to one size in each blend, with only 5,000 cigars rolled for each century; the Byron cigar line has a century interpretation for any cigar enthusiast. The numbered humidors are limited to 200 of each Byron 19th Century Grand Poemas, 20th Century Habaneros and 21st Century Elegantes, standing out from their series as they are only available once a year in numbered humidors.
In recognition of these 25 years, Nelson created two Limited Edition humidors each featuring 25 unique cigars. The Atabey humidor will be accompanied by the Misticos which has more than 7 years of post-roll age from the 2013 vintage and has long been Jeff’s favorite vitola. The Byron humidor will feature the Byron Venecianos (Torpedo) with a rich, dark Ecuadorian wrapper that will be exclusive to Corona Cigar Co.
Situated in the heart of upscale boutiques and European fine-dining, Cigarz on the Ave has dealt luxury in the form of cigars since their doors opened. To celebrate this level of class, United Cigars and Cigarz on the Ave have enlisted the artistry of Nelson Alfonso who is internationally recognized and has received numerous awards for his packaging vision.
The Byron 20th Century Londinenses features a Dark Ecuadorian Wrapper typically reserved for select Byron vitolas like the Epique Poemas or the Distinguidos. This production, rolled in 2010, is limited to 100 numbered jars and will be sold exclusively at the Casa De Montecristo in Countryside, IL.
United Cigars began release of the 2013 vintage of the Byron 19th Century Grand Poemas on Friday. Allocations of the Grand Poemas were made as only 200 boxes were produced with this unique tobacco. All 200 boxes are offered in humidors designed by Nelson Alfonso of Selected Tobacco.
Overall, I enjoyed my experience with the Byron Serie Siglo XXI Aristócratas. For fans of softer and more subtle notes (think a more traditional Connecticut shade or Cuban cigar), this will be a good fit. The only gripe I have is, for such a long (3 hour) smoking time, there weren't enough transitions and build ups as I'd like it to have.
This would be more of a special occasion smoke and in that regard, the cigar doesn't disappoint. If you reach for this cigar, make sure it's something you can dedicate the time to uninterrupted as it deserves your full attention to get all of the flavors it presents. I would gladly smoke more of these when the opportunity presents itself.
United Cigar Group made an announcement that they are extending two of their most popular ultra-premium cigar blends.
This is by no means an everyday cigar for the typical cigar enthusiast, as the taste has the price to match it. But for those more special occasions, or when you just want to treat yourself, this is it.
United Cigar, exclusive U.S. Distributor of Nelson Alfonso’s Selected Tobacco Brands, announced today that a new Byron size will be available at the 2016 IPCPR trade show in Las Vegas on July 25, 2016.