Crafted exclusively for cigar enthusiasts in the Benelux region, the Punch Royal offers a distinguished entry in the Regional Edition program. Released in 2009, this special vitola represents the storied Punch brand's participation in the highly collectible Regional Edition series, which produces limited quantities of unique sizes for specific markets around the world.
Vitola Specifications
| Cigar Name | Punch Royal |
| Factory Name | Gordito |
| Ring Gauge | 50 |
| Length | 141 mm (5½″) |
| Official Weight | 13.30 g |
| Construction | Handmade |
Packaging and Presentation
The Punch Royal was presented in numbered slide-lid boxes containing 25 cigars each. The total production run was limited to just 2,600 boxes, making this release a genuine collector's item for aficionados. Each cigar features the standard Punch "C" band accompanied by the distinctive Regional Edition secondary band specifically designed for the Benelux market, denoting its exclusive distribution territory.
Release Information
This Regional Edition was officially released on January 1, 2009, as part of Habanos S.A.'s ongoing program to create special sizes for individual markets. The Gordito vitola offers a substantial smoking experience with its 50 ring gauge and 5½-inch length, providing a generous canvas for Punch's characteristic medium-to-full bodied flavor profile.
Regional Edition Significance
The Benelux designation indicates that this cigar was produced specifically for distribution in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Luxembourg. Regional Edition releases are highly sought after by collectors worldwide due to their limited production numbers and exclusive market availability, often becoming difficult to find shortly after their initial release.