When were Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills introduced?

The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills were introduced in 2006 as a significant addition to the brand's standard portfolio. This release was highly anticipated and quickly became a successful regular production vitola. Unlike limited editions, this robusto format was designed to be a permanent staple, filling a specific gap for a shorter, thicker ring gauge cigar within the brand's traditional lineup. Its launch marked a modernization step for the historic marque, offering enthusiasts a contemporary size that still delivers the classic Romeo y Julieta flavor profile.

What is the size of the Romeo y Julieta Short Churchill?

The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchill measures 124mm (4.9 inches) in length with a 50 ring gauge (50mm diameter). This robusto extra vitola provides a shorter smoking duration compared to the classic Churchill, which measures 178mm. The substantial 50 ring gauge allows for a cooler smoke and a different flavor progression than the thinner piramide or corona sizes. This "short" format is ideal for smokers who desire the brand's characteristic complexity but have less time to commit to a full-length Churchill.

How does the Romeo y Julieta Short Churchill compare to the standard Churchill?

While both cigars share the same brand DNA, the Short Churchill offers a more concentrated flavor experience due to its dimensions. The standard Romeo y Julieta Churchill (178mm x 47) provides a longer, evolving smoke often lasting 90 minutes, while the Short Churchill (124mm x 50) finishes in roughly 45 to 60 minutes. The wider ring gauge on the Short Churchill produces a cooler burn and greater smoke volume. Flavor notes remain similar—characteristic cedar, bean, and floral tones—but the Short format delivers these notes with slightly more intensity from the start.

When were Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills introduced?

The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills were introduced in 2006 as a significant addition to the brand's standard portfolio. This release was highly anticipated and quickly became a successful regular production vitola. Unlike limited editions, this robusto format was designed to be a permanent staple, filling a specific gap for a shorter, thicker ring gauge cigar within the brand's traditional lineup. Its launch marked a modernization step for the historic marque, offering enthusiasts a contemporary size that still delivers the classic Romeo y Julieta flavor profile.

What is the size of the Romeo y Julieta Short Churchill?

The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchill measures 124mm (4.9 inches) in length with a 50 ring gauge (50mm diameter). This robusto extra vitola provides a shorter smoking duration compared to the classic Churchill, which measures 178mm. The substantial 50 ring gauge allows for a cooler smoke and a different flavor progression than the thinner piramide or corona sizes. This "short" format is ideal for smokers who desire the brand's characteristic complexity but have less time to commit to a full-length Churchill.

How does the Romeo y Julieta Short Churchill compare to the standard Churchill?

While both cigars share the same brand DNA, the Short Churchill offers a more concentrated flavor experience due to its dimensions. The standard Romeo y Julieta Churchill (178mm x 47) provides a longer, evolving smoke often lasting 90 minutes, while the Short Churchill (124mm x 50) finishes in roughly 45 to 60 minutes. The wider ring gauge on the Short Churchill produces a cooler burn and greater smoke volume. Flavor notes remain similar—characteristic cedar, bean, and floral tones—but the Short format delivers these notes with slightly more intensity from the start.

Cigar Information

Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills

The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills stands as one of the most successful additions to the brand's modern portfolio. Introduced in 2006, this robusto-sized vitola quickly earned its place as a regular production staple, offering enthusiasts a compact yet satisfying smoking experience that honors the storied heritage of the Romeo y Julieta marque.

Specifications

Cigar Name	Short Churchills
Factory Name	Robustos
Ring Gauge	50
Length	124 mm (4⅞″)
Official Weight	11.66 g
Construction	Handmade
Status	Current Regular Production
Release Year	2006

Band and Presentation

The Short Churchills features the brand's standard "D" band accompanied by a distinctive secondary band bearing the "Short Churchills" designation. This dual-band presentation distinguishes the vitola from other offerings in the Romeo y Julieta lineup and signals its special status within the portfolio.

Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills packaging

Packaging Options

Dress box containing 10 cigars
Display box with 15 aluminum tubed cigars, presented in 5 cardboard packs of 3 cigars each
Dress box containing 25 cigars

Flavor Profile and Tasting Notes

Based on 39 enthusiast reviews, the Short Churchills delivers a medium-bodied experience with balanced characteristics across all measured categories. The cigar earned an overall rating of 3.67 out of 5, with consistent scores of 3 in elegance, balance, strength, complexity, and aftertaste.

The flavor profile reveals a distinctive sweet and aromatic character. Berry notes emerge as the most prominent flavor, cited in 12 reviews, followed closely by Turkish Delight sweetness in 10 reviews. Anise contributes a subtle licorice-like quality in 9 reviews, while classic wood notes appear in 8.

Additional tasting notes include:

Bitter Chocolate and pure Tobacco (5 reviews each)
Rosewater (4 reviews)
Cream, Spice, and the characteristic Cuban twang (3 reviews each)
Cherry, Cocoa, Coconut, Earth, Nut, and Toast (2 reviews each)
Cedar, Dunnage, Floral, Fruit, Leather, and Sherry (1 review each)

Related Releases

The Short Churchills has spawned several special editions since its debut:

Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Special Tube Selection
Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Travel Humidor
Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Reserva Cosecha 2019

Questions & Answers

Back to Encyclopedia