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The Highclere Castle Edwardian Toro is a 6 x 52 toro with an Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper, a Brazilian Mata Fina binder and Nicaraguan filler, made in Nicaragua and distributed by Foundation Cigar Co. Cigar Coop scored it 91 points in October 2018, when it carried the plain Highclere Castle Toro name, and we sell it as singles.
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Description
The Highclere Castle Edwardian Toro is a 6 x 52 toro that pairs a pale Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper with a Brazilian Mata Fina binder and Nicaraguan filler. Within the Highclere Castle range distributed by Foundation Cigar Co., the Edwardian is the lighter-wrapped blend, and it is rolled in Estelí, Nicaragua.
What It Tastes Like
Cigar Coop reviewed this blend under its earlier name, Highclere Castle Toro, giving it 91 points and a “Buy Multiples” value verdict on October 18, 2018. William Cooper found cream, black pepper and a lightly charred berry early, with cedar and toast coming forward later. He rated strength mild, then mild-medium, with body peaking at medium.
Who It’s For
- Connecticut Shade smokers wanting a 52-ring toro.
- Morning or early-evening smokers after something gentle in strength.
- Highclere Castle fans weighing the Edwardian against the Victorian.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- 91 points from Cigar Coop (October 2018) for this 6 x 52 size
- Nicaraguan filler grown in Jalapa and on Ometepe Island, with the Nicadán hybrid in the mix
- About 90 minutes of smoking time in Cigar Coop’s test
Cons
- Too mild for anyone chasing a strong, peppery smoke
- Cigar Coop noted a draw a touch airier than its reviewer prefers
About the Highclere Castle Edwardian
George Herbert, 8th Earl of Carnarvon and owner of Highclere Castle, is a partner in the Highclere Castle cigar brand, and Cigar Aficionado’s June 2017 launch story says he toured A.J. Fernandez’s factory and fields with Nick Melillo. The aim was a cigar in an early-1900s style. halfwheel lists the toro as a September 2017 regular-production release, and Foundation’s site now files that Connecticut blend under the Edwardian name.
Compare Similar Cigars
- Highclere Castle Victorian Toro: also 6 x 52, but under a darker Ecuador Habano wrapper; halfwheel dates its release to August 2019.
- Highclere Castle Edwardian Robusto: this blend shortened to 5 x 50.
- Highclere Castle Edwardian Churchill: the longest Edwardian, at 7 x 48.
Highclere Castle Edwardian Toro FAQ
How strong is the Highclere Castle Edwardian Toro?
Opinions vary a little. Foundation calls the Edwardian mild to medium, JR Cigar lists the Toro as medium, and Cigar Coop’s 2018 review found it mild at first and mild-medium later. We list it as medium.
What is the Edwardian Toro made of?
An Ecuadorian Connecticut Shade wrapper, a Brazilian Mata Fina binder and Nicaraguan filler, including Nicadán, a criollo-corojo hybrid, per Foundation.
How is the Edwardian different from the Highclere Castle Victorian?
The Victorian uses a darker Ecuador Habano wrapper. Cigar Aficionado reported in June 2019 that it is stronger, and Nick Melillo told the magazine the Brazilian Mata Fina binder is the only part it shares with the original blend.
Who makes the Highclere Castle Edwardian Toro?
Foundation Cigar Co. distributes it and Nick Melillo blended it. Cigar Aficionado’s 2017 launch report names Tabacalera A.J. Fernandez as the factory, and Foundation says it is rolled in Estelí, Nicaragua.
For The Tabernacle, The Wise Man and more from Nick Melillo, browse our Foundation cigars page.
Additional information
| Packaging Type | Single |
|---|---|
| Origin | |
| Strength | Medium |
| Wrapper | Connecticut Shade |
| Binder | Brazilian Mata Fina |
| Filler | Nicaraguan |
| Length | 6" |
| Gauge | 52 |
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