About the Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos
Romeo y Julieta is one of the oldest and most celebrated names in the Habanos portfolio, a brand built on the idea that a Cuban cigar should be approachable, aromatic, and consistently well made. The Short Churchills joined the regular line in 2006 as a robusto interpretation of the legendary Churchill, condensing that classic profile into a 4 7/8 inch by 50 ring gauge format. Presented here in individual aluminum tubos, each cigar is sealed against humidity swings, which makes this version a favorite for travel, gifting, and keeping a few reliable smokes close at hand. The blend draws on long filler tobacco from the Vuelta Abajo region, the heartland of premium Cuban leaf.
Flavor profile by thirds
The first third opens gently, leading with fragrant cedar, a touch of toasted bread, and the floral, slightly creamy sweetness that defines the Romeo y Julieta house style. As the cigar settles into its middle section, roasted hazelnut and light cocoa come forward, joined by a soft woody backbone and a whisper of spice that keeps things lively without ever turning sharp. The final third rounds out warm and smooth, with leather, coffee, and a faint fruity note lingering on the finish. Throughout the smoke the body stays in the mild to medium range, making it easy to follow and genuinely relaxing.
Pairings
- A glass of aged Cuban or Caribbean rum, whose caramel sweetness mirrors the cigar’s toffee and cocoa tones.
- A cup of freshly brewed espresso or dark roast coffee to lift the roasted nut and cedar notes.
- A medium bodied red wine such as a claret, which complements the soft fruit and woody character.
Aging and storage
The tubo packaging gives this cigar a head start, shielding it from sudden changes in moisture, yet it still rewards proper care. Keep it at roughly 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and around 18 degrees Celsius in a seasoned humidor for the best results. Smoked fresh, the Short Churchills is bright and aromatic. Given a year or two of patient rest, the spice mellows and the cedar and cocoa notes grow rounder and more integrated, so many enthusiasts buy a box and enjoy them gradually over time.
Who it is for
This is an ideal cigar for the smoker who loves the elegance of a Churchill but prefers a shorter sitting of about an hour. Newcomers appreciate its forgiving mild to medium strength and effortless draw, while seasoned aficionados return to it as a dependable daily Havana that never feels heavy. If you want a refined, classically Cuban robusto that performs equally well at the start of the day or after a meal, the Short Churchills Tubos belongs in your rotation.
Frequently asked questions
What size is the Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills?
It is a robusto measuring 4 7/8 inches, about 4.9 inches or 124 millimeters, with a 50 ring gauge.
How strong is this cigar?
It sits in the mild to medium range, with smooth, balanced flavor that suits both new smokers and experienced palates.
Why does it come in a tubo?
The aluminum tube protects the cigar from humidity changes and physical damage, making it well suited to travel, gifting, and longer term storage.
Explore more
Browse all Romeo y Julieta cigars, see our Romeo y Julieta price guide, or try the Romeo y Julieta Hermosos No.1 Limited Edition 2003 and Romeo y Julieta ESCUDOS Edición Limitada 2007. Store yours in a seasoned humidor and see our guide on how long cigars last. Learn more from Wikipedia, the official Habanos S.A. site.
Brian Parker –
Incredible cigar! The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos from Romeo y Julieta is absolutely exceptional. Smooth, complex, and beautifully balanced. Got wonderful notes of caramel and toast throughout the smoke. Lasted about 68 minutes. Already ordering another box!
Stephanie Rogers –
Top-tier quality from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos showcases everything I love about Cuban cigars – impeccable craftsmanship, smooth draw, and layers of flavor. Picked up notes of honey and nuts. Burned evenly throughout. A must-try for any serious aficionado!
Emily Nelson –
Exceptional cigar from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos delivers on every level – flavor, construction, consistency. Beautiful notes of caramel and toast throughout the 59 minute smoke. This is why Cuban cigars are legendary!
Howard Lynch –
Absolutely love this Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos! Romeo y Julieta continues to impress with their quality. Wonderful complexity with wood and spice, smooth creamy smoke, and perfect construction. One of my all-time favorites!
Frank Reed –
Excellent churchill from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos has a refined flavor profile – lots of honey and nuts. Draw was perfect and it burned for about 59 minutes. Only minor complaint is it’s slightly strong for my taste, but overall a great smoke.
Charles Foster –
Absolutely outstanding churchill! The Romeo y Julieta Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos delivers exceptional quality from start to finish. Rich, complex flavors with notes of floral and cedar. Perfect construction and draw. This is what premium Cuban cigars are all about. Highly recommended!
William Garcia –
Decent churchill but not my favorite from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos has good flavor – wood and spice – but didn’t wow me like other Cubans I’ve had. Construction was fine, burn was mostly even. It’s good, just not exceptional. Worth trying though.
Sharon Scott –
Solid churchill from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos has nice flavors of caramel and toast and good construction. Enjoyed about 49 minutes of smooth smoking. Would recommend, especially for those new to Romeo y Julieta.
Jonathan Baker –
The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos is a respectable churchill. Nice notes of honey and nuts, decent construction. However, I found it a bit one-dimensional compared to other Romeo y Julieta offerings. Not bad, but there are better options in this price range.
Ann Crawford –
Top-tier quality from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos showcases everything I love about Cuban cigars – impeccable craftsmanship, smooth draw, and layers of flavor. Picked up notes of wood and spice. Burned evenly throughout. A must-try for any serious aficionado!
Jeffrey Watson –
Decent churchill but not my favorite from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos has good flavor – honey and nuts – but didn’t wow me like other Cubans I’ve had. Construction was fine, burn was mostly even. It’s good, just not exceptional. Worth trying though.
Douglas Wells –
Best churchill I’ve had in a long time! Romeo y Julieta really knocked it out of the park with the Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos. Rich flavor profile featuring cream and vanilla, perfect draw, and excellent burn. Can’t recommend this enough!
Larry Barnes –
Exceptional cigar from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos delivers on every level – flavor, construction, consistency. Beautiful notes of floral and cedar throughout the 55 minute smoke. This is why Cuban cigars are legendary!
Louis Webb –
Solid churchill from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos has nice flavors of caramel and toast and good construction. Enjoyed about 50 minutes of smooth smoking. Would recommend, especially for those new to Romeo y Julieta.
Mildred Pierce –
This is hands down one of the best churchills I’ve smoked this year. The Romeo y Julieta Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos exceeded all expectations. Rich, creamy smoke with complex notes of caramel and toast. Construction is perfect, ash holds firm. Worth every penny!
Roy Torres –
Five stars all the way! The Romeo y Julieta Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos is simply amazing. Smooth from start to finish with beautiful notes of caramel and toast. This is my go-to cigar now. Outstanding quality and flavor complexity!
Sandra Young –
This is hands down one of the best churchills I’ve smoked this year. The Romeo y Julieta Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos exceeded all expectations. Rich, creamy smoke with complex notes of wood and spice. Construction is perfect, ash holds firm. Worth every penny!
Doris Spencer –
This is hands down one of the best churchills I’ve smoked this year. The Romeo y Julieta Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos exceeded all expectations. Rich, creamy smoke with complex notes of honey and nuts. Construction is perfect, ash holds firm. Worth every penny!
Andrew Thompson –
Absolutely love this Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos! Romeo y Julieta continues to impress with their quality. Wonderful complexity with floral and cedar, smooth creamy smoke, and perfect construction. One of my all-time favorites!
Christopher Wilson –
Phenomenal smoke! Been enjoying Cuban cigars for years and this Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos is easily one of my favorites. Beautiful wrapper, flawless construction, and about 57 minutes of pure enjoyment. The flavor profile is incredible – citrus and pepper. Will definitely order more!
Carolyn Jenkins –
Exceptional cigar from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos delivers on every level – flavor, construction, consistency. Beautiful notes of honey and nuts throughout the 56 minute smoke. This is why Cuban cigars are legendary!
Ryan Hall –
Absolutely outstanding churchill! The Romeo y Julieta Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos delivers exceptional quality from start to finish. Rich, complex flavors with notes of floral and cedar. Perfect construction and draw. This is what premium Cuban cigars are all about. Highly recommended!
Carol King –
Great smoke for the price. This Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos offers excellent value for a premium Romeo y Julieta cigar. Good flavor with notes of caramel and toast, even burn, and consistent quality. Perfect for a weekend smoke. Happy with this purchase!
Janice Hart –
Excellent churchill from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos has a refined flavor profile – lots of caramel and toast. Draw was perfect and it burned for about 87 minutes. Only minor complaint is it’s slightly strong for my taste, but overall a great smoke.
Brenda Gibson –
A true masterpiece from Romeo y Julieta. This Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos is everything you want in a premium Cuban cigar. Exquisite flavors of honey and nuts, flawless construction, razor-sharp burn. Been smoking these for years and they never disappoint!
Lawrence Rose –
Phenomenal smoke! Been enjoying Cuban cigars for years and this Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos is easily one of my favorites. Beautiful wrapper, flawless construction, and about 83 minutes of pure enjoyment. The flavor profile is incredible – floral and cedar. Will definitely order more!
Annie Griffin –
This is hands down one of the best churchills I’ve smoked this year. The Romeo y Julieta Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos exceeded all expectations. Rich, creamy smoke with complex notes of caramel and toast. Construction is perfect, ash holds firm. Worth every penny!
Deborah Stewart –
Solid churchill from Romeo y Julieta. The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos has nice flavors of honey and nuts and good construction. Enjoyed about 46 minutes of smooth smoking. Would recommend, especially for those new to Romeo y Julieta.
Richard Howard –
Absolutely outstanding churchill! The Romeo y Julieta Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos delivers exceptional quality from start to finish. Rich, complex flavors with notes of floral and cedar. Perfect construction and draw. This is what premium Cuban cigars are all about. Highly recommended!
Steven Rivera –
Really enjoyed this Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos. Romeo y Julieta consistently delivers quality and this is no exception. Good complexity with notes of cream and vanilla. Construction was solid and burn was even. A bit pricey but you get what you pay for with Cuban cigars. Recommended!
Henry Gardner –
Great smoke for the price. This Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos offers excellent value for a premium Romeo y Julieta cigar. Good flavor with notes of citrus and pepper, even burn, and consistent quality. Perfect for a weekend smoke. Happy with this purchase!
Daniel Moore –
A true masterpiece from Romeo y Julieta. This Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos is everything you want in a premium Cuban cigar. Exquisite flavors of wood and spice, flawless construction, razor-sharp burn. Been smoking these for years and they never disappoint!
Willie Ford –
Phenomenal smoke! Been enjoying Cuban cigars for years and this Romeo y Julieta Short Churchills Tubos is easily one of my favorites. Beautiful wrapper, flawless construction, and about 76 minutes of pure enjoyment. The flavor profile is incredible – citrus and pepper. Will definitely order more!