Long Live The Queen

By Robert Caldwell

Underneath that iconic artwork lies the original crown jewel: a slick, lustrous Cameroon wrapper that glows with a stunning bronze hue. It sets off a symphony of flavors that has kept “The Queen” reigning supreme as a small-batch favorite. This original blend is a diplomat’s selection of global excellence, featuring an Indonesian Sumatra binder and a rich, two-country filler from the Dominican Republic and Nicaragua. The result? A highly-rated banquet of flavors fit for royalty. Expect lush notes of roasted legumes, cocoa, cedar, and black pepper, accented by a unique malted sweetness that reminds us why Caldwell doesn’t do “boring” in any facet, from band to blend. But halt. Every monarch needs a darker side, right? Building on the 90+ ratings and year-end “Best of” accolades that the original piled up, Caldwell expanded the dynasty with a Maduro update. While the original is all about that spicy Cameroon zing, the Maduro version swaps in a toothy San Andrés Mexican wrapper. This move pivots the profile toward a more brooding, intense experience—think dark chocolate, heavy leather, and a spicy kick that demands your full attention. Since 2014, the Caldwell Cigar Company has operated with a simple, defiant ethos: produce cigars that are “outside of the box.” Robert Caldwell famously avoids common blends like the plague, instead hunting down rare, proprietary tobaccos that are exclusive to his brand. He has set an industry standard for making cigars that are both showstopping and mesmerizing—a full sensory experience that encompasses touch, taste, smell, and sight. Succeeding the popular—and consistently sold-out—Long Live The King, this medium-to-full-bodied successor is currently holding court in four distinct, regal formats. Whether you choose the classic Queen’s Court Robusto 5 × 52, the commanding Queen’s Crown Toro 6 × 50, the moody Queens Coronet Robusto Maduro 5 × 50, or the statuesque Queen’s Chalice 6 × 54, you are indulging in a blend that took over a year of "royal testing" to perfect. Don’t expect these monarchs to linger. In true Caldwell fashion, The Queen is produced strictly in small batches. Each vitola is presented in elegant 10-count boxes, and with a mere 700 boxes in total production for these limited runs, the “guest list” for this experience is incredibly exclusive. Consider this your formal invitation to upgrade your humidor and witness the 90+ rated complexity for yourself. Secure your box through JR Cigars today—because once the royal procession passes, these thrones won’t stay empty for long.