RoMa Craft Intemperance EC XVIII Faith

If the CroMagnon and Neanderthal are RoMa Craft's heavy hitters, the Intemperance EC XVIII is the brand's welcoming handshake. Named for the 18th Amendment — the constitutional provision that enacted Prohibition in 1920 — the EC XVIII uses an Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper in place of the Broadleaf or Habano leaves found elsewhere in the lineup. The Faith vitola, a classic 5 × 50 Robusto, is the most straightforward entry point into RoMa Craft Tobac's work.

What it tastes like

The Ecuadorian Connecticut wrapper gives the EC XVIII a warm, golden appearance and a smooth, creamy character that stands in sharp contrast to the brand's Maduro and Habano offerings. From the first draw, cocoa and butterscotch notes are prominent — round and pleasant rather than sharp or complex. The Indonesian Besuki binder adds subtle earthiness without disrupting the wrapper's creaminess, and the Nicaraguan-Dominican filler contributes roasted nuts and cedar in the background. Body is mild-to-medium and stays consistent throughout. Construction is tight and the burn is even.

Who it's for

The EC XVIII Faith is the cigar to reach for when you want RoMa Craft quality without the intensity. It's well-suited to everyday smoking and accessible to those still building their palate. If you're newer to premium cigars, our best cigars for beginners guide lists why Connecticut-wrapped cigars like this are great starting points. Pair it with a morning coffee or light bourbon. Log your sessions in the Casa DNC app and see how this compares to other Connecticut-wrapped smokes in your rotation.