Aladino Limited Edition

The Aladino Limited Edition is a highly anticipated annual release from JRE Tobacco Co., crafted at the Fabrica de Puros Aladino S.A. in Honduras. The 2024 edition builds on the success of its 2023 debut, doubling production to 1,200 boxes of 20 cigars each due to strong demand.

Blend and Construction

• Wrapper: Honduran-grown Cameroon seed (from the Eiroa family’s Jamastran Valley farms)

• Binder: Honduran

• Filler: Honduran

• Size: 6 x 52 Toro (the only vitola offered)

• Aging: All tobaccos aged 5–6 years

• Factory: Fabrica de Puros Aladino S.A., Honduras

Smoking Experience

• Strength: Mild to medium.

• Body: Medium, with a slight increase as the cigar progresses.

• Complexity: Medium-minus; the profile is more about depth and balance than dramatic transitions.

• Draw: Slightly firm but effective, producing a steady, medium-light smoke output.

• Burn: Generally straight, though some samples may require touch-ups; ash is mostly white to silver-gray and slightly flaky.

Flavor Profile

• First Third: Creamy cappuccino, cinnamon, nutmeg, pine, and red pepper on the retrohale.

• Second Third: Flavors intensify with notes of brown sugar, citrus, baking spices, and a touch of earthiness.

• Final Third: Sweet cinnamon, burnt caramel, medium-to-dark roast coffee, allspice, leather, and anise, with a lingering spicy-sweet finish.

• Overall: Cocoa, natural tobacco, cedar, wood, and pepper are consistent throughout.

Presentation & Pricing

• Packaging: White, gold, and red “A” band with a matching foot band; 20-count boxes.

• Availability: Limited to 1,200 boxes for 2024, with international distribution for the first time.

Critical Reception

• Cigar Coop: 90 points, “Standard of Excellence” designation; recommended for all enthusiasts, especially those who appreciate nuanced, balanced cigars.

• General Consensus: Praised for its refined, approachable profile and excellent construction. Noted as a blend that bridges the best qualities of Aladino’s Corojo and Cameroon lines.

Summary:
The Aladino Limited Edition 2024 is a mild-to-medium, flavor-forward Honduran puro that showcases the Eiroa family’s expertise with Cameroon-seed wrappers. It offers a complex yet balanced profile of baking spices, cocoa, cedar, and subtle sweetness, making it a standout for both collectors and everyday enthusiasts. With limited production and international availability, it’s a must-try for fans of nuanced, elegant cigars.