About the El Rey Del Mundo Regional
El Rey del Mundo, whose name translates to “the King of the World,” carries one of the oldest pedigrees in Cuban tobacco. The marca traces its roots to the mid nineteenth century and was elevated to prestige by Antonio Allones around 1882, built on prime leaf from the Vuelta Abajo region. The Regional belongs to a tradition of special releases that celebrate that heritage, and it stays true to the house character: smooth, composed, and quietly sophisticated rather than loud. Handmade in Cuba for Habanos S.A., it reflects the refined craftsmanship that made this brand a benchmark for elegance.
Flavor profile by thirds
The opening third is gentle and inviting, leading with cedar and a soft cream that coats the palate without weight. As the cigar settles into its second third, supple leather and toasted nuts come forward, joined by faint floral and grassy notes that keep things lively. The final third builds gradually, adding a touch of warm spice and a deeper, woody sweetness while never tipping into harshness. Through all three stages the smoke stays medium in body, balanced, and remarkably easy to follow.
Pairings
- An aged Cuban rum, sipped neat, to echo the cigar’s cedar and creamy sweetness.
- A cup of well brewed espresso or dark roast coffee, which lifts the toasted nut character.
- A lightly peated single malt Scotch, whose gentle smoke flatters the floral and leather notes.
Aging and storage
Keep this cigar in a well seasoned humidor held around 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and roughly 18 to 20 degrees Celsius. At those conditions the wrapper stays supple and the flavors knit together over time. El Rey del Mundo blends respond beautifully to patience, with several months to a few years of rest rounding off any youthful edges and deepening the cedar and cream. Rotate your boxes occasionally and check your hygrometer so the smoke is always at its best.
Who it is for
This is a cigar for the smoker who prizes nuance and balance. Newer enthusiasts will appreciate how approachable and forgiving the medium body feels, while seasoned aficionados will enjoy tracing the subtle shifts from cedar and cream to leather and gentle spice. It suits an unhurried afternoon or a relaxed evening, and it pairs naturally with good conversation. If your taste leans toward refinement over raw power, the El Rey Del Mundo Regional rewards you.
Frequently asked questions
Is the El Rey Del Mundo Regional a strong cigar?
No, it sits at a medium strength. El Rey del Mundo is celebrated for smoothness and balance, so this Corona offers flavor and complexity without the intensity of a full bodied Havana.
What are its dimensions?
It is a Corona measuring 5.5 inches (about 140 mm) with a 50 ring gauge, a comfortable format that delivers an even draw and a relaxed smoking time.
How should I store it?
Rest it in a seasoned humidor at roughly 65 to 70 percent humidity. Given a little aging time, the cedar, cream, and leather notes integrate and become even more refined.
Explore more
Browse all El Rey del Mundo cigars, or try the El Rey Del Mundo Choix Supreme and El Rey Del Mundo Petit Coronas. Store yours in a seasoned humidor and see our guide on how long cigars last. Learn more from the official Habanos S.A. site.