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H. Upmann Connoisseur A vs Romeo y Julieta Churchill

How do H. Upmann Connoisseur A and Romeo y Julieta Churchillstack up? Here's the head-to-head — strength, wrapper, flavor, size, and critic ratings — plus which one to reach for.

The short answer

The H. Upmann Connoisseur A and Romeo y Julieta Churchill sit at a similar medium strength, so it comes down to flavor and origin.

Strength
Body
Medium
Medium
Origin
Cuba
Cuba
Wrapper
Cuban
Cuban
Binder
Cuban
Cuban
Filler
Cuban
Cuban
Vitola
Robusto Extra
Churchill (Julieta No. 2)
Size
5.5 in × 52
7 in × 47
Rating
—
92/100 · 2017
Flavor
CedarCreamRoasted nutsEarthCocoa
CedarRoasted nutsLight coffeeHoneyMild spice

The verdict

Strength
Both land at Medium — a similar body either way.
Critic scores
Romeo y Julieta Churchill carries the published pedigree (92 points from the critics).

Both are worth knowing — the "better" cigar is the one that fits your taste and the moment.

Choose H. Upmann Connoisseur A if

earthy notes appeal to you.

See H. Upmann Connoisseur A →

Choose Romeo y Julieta Churchill if

earthy notes appeal to you.

See Romeo y Julieta Churchill →

H. Upmann Connoisseur A vs Romeo y Julieta Churchill — FAQ

Is the H. Upmann Connoisseur A or the Romeo y Julieta Churchill better for beginners?
They're a similar medium strength, so neither is clearly easier — choose by flavor. The H. Upmann Connoisseur A brings cedar and cream, the Romeo y Julieta Churchill cedar and roasted nuts.
What's the difference between the H. Upmann Connoisseur A and the Romeo y Julieta Churchill?
The H. Upmann Connoisseur A is a medium Cuban cigar with a Cuban wrapper; the Romeo y Julieta Churchill is a medium Cuban cigar with a Cuban wrapper.
Which is rated higher, the H. Upmann Connoisseur A or the Romeo y Julieta Churchill?
H. Upmann Connoisseur A: no published critic score yet. Romeo y Julieta Churchill: Cigar Aficionado 92/100.