It isn’t difficult to pay $50 for a cigar. Even $25 will often net you a very fine smoke, but at that price you aren’t going to be having one every day. If you love a good cigar, after dinner with a glass of wine, you’ll want something you can enjoy and not feel guilty splurging on. There are a whole range of medium-priced, but stellar smoking, cigars that fit the bill.
Romeo y Julieta has a line that incorporates a number of choices for those looking for a great smoke at medium cost. The Exhibicion No. 4 is spicy and medium-bodied with a great aftertaste. The Excepcionales Cello in a Corona Grande size is full-bodied with hints of nutmeg and pepper.
Montecristo, too, offers a range of cigars. Their medium-priced offerings are often better than fine cigars from other companies. The Especiales No. 1 in a lonsdale is smooth, with floral scents. But the No. 4 in a petit corona is also delicious, with herbal aromas and a spicy, full-bodied flavor.
Davidoff is another popular brand, and for very good reason. With blends from the Dominican Republic and Honduras, these cigars smoke like higher-priced, elite cigars.
The No. 4000 from the Dominican Republic has an easy draw, with a nutty flavor and a woody aroma that will go perfectly with that after-dinner glass of Cabernet. If you prefer port, try the Special R in a robusto. Lots of spice without lots of price.
Don’t bypass the Davidoff brand without trying at least one of the Grand Gru line. Despite the name, these are medium-priced cigars, but with a high-priced flavor. The petit corona No. 3 is outstanding. Good draw, spicy tasting and very easy on the wallet.
H. Upmann, of course, is one of the outstanding names in cigar making. Descendants from Cuban tobacco growers and cigar makers for generations, these cigars are amazingly low priced for what they offer in a smoke.
The Connoisseur No. 1 has hints of coffee and spice, but is all cigar. The corona is the perfect size for that relaxing smoke in the study or at the club. The Coronas Major is medium-bodied with sweet spices. For those who like a cigar with dessert, this is an excellent choice.
For those with a literary bent, there is the Shakespeare Vintage line. Made with 100% long filler, these medium-priced cigars are at the pinnacle of smoking pleasure. Mild and well-aged, they’re perfect for settling down with a glass of cognac and a good book.
The robusto maduro is especially fine. Medium-bodied and medium-dark, they even smell great. For those looking for something lighter, to go with a spy novel, there is the Vintage Natural instead. Lighter, and available in a range from Churchill to petit corona, these make for a perfect aperitif.
Don’t let your budget spoil your pleasure. Look into the medium-priced range that offers the smoker a lot of choices for an outstanding cigar.
