{"product_id":"hoyo-excalibur-no-i-english-claro","title":"Excalibur No. I English Claro","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHoyo de Monterrey Excalibur No. I English Claro\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHoyo de Monterrey Excalibur No. I English Claro\u003c\/strong\u003e is the flagship Churchill of the renowned Excalibur line, handcrafted in Honduras using only the finest tobaccos selected by HATSA (Honduran American Tobacco S.A.). Designed to deliver a refined, medium-bodied smoking experience, this elegant cigar combines a silky Connecticut Shade wrapper with a premium blend of Honduran, Nicaraguan, and Dominican tobaccos for outstanding balance and consistency. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasuring an impressive 7¼ x 54, the Excalibur No. I offers a long, cool-burning smoke that develops layers of creamy cedar, toasted nuts, earth, and subtle spice. Its smooth character and impeccable construction have made it one of the most enduring and respected Connecticut-wrapped cigars on the market. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCigar Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hoyo de Monterrey Excalibur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVitola:\u003c\/strong\u003e No. I (Churchill)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7¼ x 54\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honduras\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFactory:\u003c\/strong\u003e HATSA (Honduran American Tobacco S.A.)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWrapper:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA Connecticut Shade (English Claro)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinder:\u003c\/strong\u003e Connecticut Broadleaf (USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiller:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honduras, Nicaragua \u0026amp; Dominican Republic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSmoking Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 90–110 Minutes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cedar Chest of 20 Cigars\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Excalibur No. I opens with creamy notes of bread, cedar, and roasted nuts before evolving into flavors of earth, cocoa, light spice, and sweet cream. As the smoke progresses, subtle hints of toasted oak and coffee emerge, finishing with a smooth, cedary character and a touch of natural sweetness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eConstruction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpertly handcrafted in Honduras, the Excalibur No. I features an even burn, comfortable draw, and excellent smoke production. The premium Connecticut Shade wrapper provides an elegant appearance while allowing the carefully aged fillers to produce a cool, flavorful, and highly consistent smoking experience. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic 7¼ x 54 Churchill format.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium USA Connecticut Shade (English Claro) wrapper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnecticut Broadleaf binder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend of Honduran, Nicaraguan, and Dominican fillers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium-bodied profile with creamy, woody, nutty, and earthy flavors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePresented in cedar chests of 20 cigars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHoyo de Monterrey Excalibur No. I\u003c\/strong\u003e has received multiple accolades from \u003cem\u003eCigar Aficionado\u003c\/em\u003e, including a \u003cstrong\u003e90-point rating\u003c\/strong\u003e in 2016 and an \u003cstrong\u003e89-point rating\u003c\/strong\u003e in an earlier review. Critics praised its sweet, bready character with notes of raw cocoa, earth, and a refined medium-bodied finish, while smokers continue to appreciate its consistency and exceptional value. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct Information \u0026amp; Reviews:\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.smokingpipes.com\/cigars\/hoyo-de-monterrey\/moreinfo.cfm?product_id=114601\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSmokingpipes – Hoyo de Monterrey Excalibur No. I English Claro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.genuinecigars.com\/brand\/excalibur\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eOfficial Excalibur Brand Information\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.cigaraficionado.com\/ratings\/18848\/name\/hoyo-de-monterrey-excalibur-no-i-churchill\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCigar Aficionado – 90 Point Review\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced by \u003cstrong\u003eHATSA (Honduran American Tobacco S.A.)\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Excalibur line represents the premium expression of Hoyo de Monterrey's non-Cuban portfolio. Crafted using the factory's finest tobaccos, Excalibur cigars are celebrated for their superior construction, smooth medium-bodied flavor, and exceptional consistency, making them a favorite among aficionados seeking a refined Connecticut-wrapped cigar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.genuinecigars.com\/brand\/excalibur\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eVisit the Official Excalibur Brand Page\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hoyo de Monterrey","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46637342851270,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/2707\/2198\/files\/EX1.png?v=1785442422","url":"https:\/\/cigarsisland.com\/products\/hoyo-excalibur-no-i-english-claro","provider":"Cigars Island by Entre Humos LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}