When Romeo y Julieta reached its 125th anniversary, the legendary Cuban marque chose to commemorate the milestone with an exclusive, numbered humidor that has since become a prized artifact for collectors worldwide. Released in the year 2000, this limited‑edition set captures the brand’s historic expertise while introducing a fresh vitola that reflects its forward‑looking ambition.
Milestone Release: 125 Years of Romeo y Julieta
For more than a century, Romeo y Julieta has been synonymous with Cuban cigar excellence, crafting blends that appeal to novices and connoisseurs alike. The 125th‑anniversary humidor celebrates that storied past by offering a curated selection of handmades that embody the brand’s signature flavor profile and meticulous construction.
Inside the Commemorative Humidor
Each numbered humidor is a work of art in its own right. It houses a total of fifty premium, handcrafted cigars, arranged in a refined brown‑finished case that echoes the elegance of classic Cuban packaging. The production run was strictly limited to just 125 units worldwide, making the set an exceptionally rare find for serious collectors.
Vitola Breakdown
The anniversary collection features two distinct sizes, each represented by 25 cigars inside the humidor.
Double Corona
- Cigar Name: Double Corona
- Factory Name: Paco
- Quantity per Humidor: 25 cigars
- Ring Gauge: 49
- Length: 180 mm (7 ⅛″)
- Official Weight: 15.84 g
Romeos
- Cigar Name: Romeos
- Factory Name: Romeo
- Quantity per Humidor: 25 cigars
- Ring Gauge: 52
- Length: 162 mm (6 ⅜″)
- Official Weight: 13.22 g
Craftsmanship and Presentation
Both formats are entirely handmade, ensuring each stick showcases the high level of skill that Cuban torcedors are renowned for. The cigars are finished with the classic Romeo y Julieta Band A, a timeless identifier that instantly signals the brand’s heritage. The brown lacquered humidor not only preserves the cigars’ condition but also serves as an elegant display piece for any collector’s vault.
Collector’s Perspective
Enthusiasts should be aware of a notable nuance surrounding the Double Corona. Early catalog listings mistakenly labeled it as an Exhibition No. 2, a size that in the Prominentes family measures 49 ring by 194 mm. However, careful examination by MRN analysts indicates the Double Corona likely originates from a modified Prominentes that was trimmed to fit the interior layout of this commemorative box. This subtle detail adds an extra layer of intrigue for those who appreciate the technical history behind limited releases.
Other Notable Anniversary Offerings
The 125th‑anniversary humidor is part of a broader family of commemorative releases that continue to expand the Romeo y Julieta legacy. Some related editions include:
- Romeo y Julieta Romeos Siglo XXI Millennium Humidor
- Romeo y Julieta Romeos Réplica de Humidor Antiguo
- Romeo y Julieta Romeos (standard production reissue)
Each of these pieces reflects the brand’s dedication to honoring its past while exploring new dimensions of flavor and presentation, ensuring that the Romeo y Julieta story remains vibrant as it steps into the future.
