El Rey del Mundo Choix Suprême

The Choix Suprême stands as one of the most distinguished offerings within the El Rey del Mundo portfolio, a brand whose name translates to "King of the World." This particular vitola has been part of regular production since before 1960, demonstrating remarkable staying power in an industry where many formats come and go with changing tastes.

Specifications

Packaging and Presentation

The Choix Suprême is presented in a dress box containing 25 cigars. Previously, a slide lid box housing 50 cigars was also available, though this format was discontinued in 2010. The banding configuration varies by packaging type: the standard 25-count dress box features the traditional bands A and B, while the older slide lid boxes carried no bands until approximately 2005, after which they adopted the standard band A.

Flavor Profile and Tasting Notes

Based on 107 reviews, the Choix Suprême earns an overall rating of 3.93 out of 5, with particularly strong marks for balance. The cigar delivers a medium-bodied experience that rewards careful attention.

Primary Flavors: Citrus notes lead the charge, accompanied by almond and broader nutty characteristics. Shortbread qualities add a pleasant baked-goods sweetness, while floral elements provide an aromatic lift. Honey and cream contribute smoothness to the overall texture.

Secondary Notes: Lemon, tea, cinnamon, straight tobacco, and vanilla appear with moderate frequency. More subtle touches include grass, herbal qualities, leather, licorice, milk chocolate, and general spice.

Occasional Nuances: Experienced smokers have also detected baking spice, caramel, cocoa, coffee, fruit, ginger, hay, lemon peel, newspaper (an unusual but documented note), nutmeg, pepper, spiced cake, toast, white pepper, and wood. A small number of reviews mention young harshness or bitterness, suggesting the cigar benefits from proper aging.

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