The Romeo y Julieta Churchills Tubos presents Cuba’s most iconic Churchill in a travel-ready format, with each 178mm x 47 cigar housed in an individual aluminum tube. Featuring the same golden Colorado wrapper as the classic Churchill, it delivers creamy flavors of cedar, almond, and honey with enhanced freshness. Perfect for connoisseurs who demand RyJ’s legendary sophistication on the go, whether at a seaside resort or private club.
Key Details
Brand: Romeo y Julieta
Format: Tubos (25-count box)
Vitola: Julieta No.2
Length: 178mm (7.0 inches)
Ring Gauge: 47
Strength: Medium-bodied
Wrapper: Cuban Colorado
Binder/Filler: Vuelta Abajo
Tube: Anodized aluminum with cedar lining
Humidity Control: Maintains 65% RH for 6 months
Box Code: BRE/TUE (2021-2023 optimal)
Smoke Time: 85-100 minutes
Tasting Notes
First Third: Buttered brioche, chamomile
Middle Third: Marcona almonds, sandalwood
Final Third: Vanilla pod, limestone minerality
Tube Advantages
✓ Military-grade protection against damage
✓ Preserves oils better than box storage
✓ Each tube functions as a mini humidor
✓ 2019 blend refinement for smoother draw
Includes:
• Collector’s booklet
• Tube keychain opener
Ideal For
• International travel
• Golf course locker storage
• Yachting weekends
• Executive gifting
Pro Tip: For maximum freshness, store tubes upright and open one monthly to monitor development.
2024 Update
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2023 productions feature thicker cedar lining
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Optimal RH: 62-65% (slightly less than boxed)
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Cutting: Straight cut recommended
Aging Potential:
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3-5 years: Develops caramel notes
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5-7 years: Honeyed peak
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7+ years: Rare tertiary complexity
Collector’s Note:
Tubos from 2015-2017 (pre-band redesign) now command a 50% premium.
Why Choose Tubos?
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Humidity stability during air travel
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No need for a travel humidor
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Elegant presentation for sharing
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Built-in cigar stand (weighted cap)
Pairing Suggestion:
Enjoy with:
• 15-year Speyside single malt
• Vintage Champagne
• White peach sorbet
Historical Context
First introduced in 1989 for diplomatic gifts, these tubos:
• They were originally 24k gold-plated for Middle Eastern royalty
• Feature Churchill’s silhouette on early tube designs
• Became standard production after 1995
Investment Outlook
• Unopened boxes appreciate 10-15% yearly
• Single tubes from 1990s trade for $150+
• 2020 “BRE” production most sought-after
A traveling masterpiece—combining RyJ’s heritage with modern convenience.
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