Foundation Cigars and Highclere Castle Announce King Tut Special Blend

Having an exquisite smoke is something that people cherish. Getting away from the hustle and bustle with a masterfully blended cigar can make for an amazing evening.

With a 15 billion cigar volume, it's clear that the industry is alive and well and not going anywhere anytime soon.

Foundation and Highclere Castle Cigars recently announced their King Tut special blend, which is an intriguing offering for cigar aficionados.

Here are some points that you should know about the King Tut special blend and other Foundation cigars.

An Overview of King Tut Special Blend

Take the time to appreciate all that the new blend of signature, premium cigars has to offer. It's a collaboration between the Foundation and Highclere Castle Cigars that commemorates the 100-year anniversary of the discovery of King Tutankhamun.

The cigar blend has a theme that tells the story of archeologists and explorers Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon discovering Tut's tomb, which had previously been buried for more than 3 millennia.

The cigar houses linked up out of a passion for all things Ancient Egypt, and look to give the cigar the qualities that remind them of the fascinating people from that civilization.

So, what characteristics should you know about the King Tut Special Blend?

The Size of the Cigar

This is a 6 3/4 x 52 cigar in the Perfecto shape. It's a well-rolled cigar that features an Ecuador Habano wrapper.

It features the craftsmanship that fans have come to expect from Foundation and Highclere Castle cigars.

The Unique Packaging

You'll really learn a lot about this cigar offering by taking a look at the packaging. The cigar houses put a lot of time, effort, and creativity into the presentation of the cigars, as it comes with a miniature black and gold tomb styled after King Tutankhamun's.

It features Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics that tell a story and make this case of cigars appear like a rare, precious artifact. The materials of the case make it an excellent keepsake, whether you decide to store the cigars in the original case or your humidor.

The Strength and Flavor

These cigars are full-bodied with medium flavor and lots of boldness. The cigar houses crafted it with Egyptian incense in mind. They focus on the thickness and fullness of the smoke, along with aromatic qualities.

The cigar was given the name "Senetjer", which translates to "incense." The literal translation of the word is "That which makes Holy", which is perfect for cigar lovers who consider their smoke part of a ritual or sacred time.

You'll notice hints of wood, musk, and hops with this cigar, and will appreciate the flavor and fullness of it the next time you want to take a break.

A Guide to Foundation Cigars

Foundation cigars have more than 20 years in the cigar industry and always put quality and consistency at the forefront. The company has several cigars that have been released under its banner with different brands and labels.

Here are some of the other cigar offerings from Foundation Cigars and how they compare to the King Tut Special Blend:

El Güegüense - "The Wise Man"

This cigar was next in a long line of offerings from Foundation Cigars, and it has gotten recognition throughout the industry. Cigar Aficionado gave this cigar a 92 rating out of 100, making it one of the best in the year that it was released.

It's a cigar that is medium strength with plenty of bold flavors and aromatic qualities. This cigar features Nicaraguan tobacco with a well-made wrapper and craftsmanship. Nicaragua has a long history of strong tobacco offerings and The Wise Man is a nice offering to add to your collection along with the King Tut Special Blend.

This cigar comes in several sizes and styles, including the Lancero (7 1/2 x 40), Churchill (7 x 48), Torpedo (6 1/4 x 52), Toro Huaco (6 x 56), Robusto (5 1/2 x 50), Corona Gorda (5 5/8 x 46), and Macho Raton (4 3/4 x 60).

Highclere Castle Victorian

This cigar is another offering that got high marks, as it was rated 93 by Cigar Aficionado. It's a cigar that features mild to medium strength and features tobacco from Nicaragua and a wrapper from Ecuador.

It's a cigar that features taste notes of cedar, nougat, leather, and cinnamon. This is the perfect cigar to pair with your Christmas wine or whiskey, and this offering gives a nod to the hit TV drama Downtown Abbey.

Olmec Handmade Cigars

Olmec cigars is an offering that features Nicaraguan filler tobacco and offers one of the most impressive, full-bodied smokes that you can enjoy. These tobaccos are aged for 3 years and used in these cigars, rolled by experts and artisans.

You will appreciate that this cigar has flavor notes of cacao, espresso, chocolate, and natural oils.

Buying and Enjoying Your Cigars

The key to finding these limited edition cigars is by shopping with the best cigar stores available. They can help you find the cigar offerings that you love, from mild, medium, bold, and in between.

Take the time to purchase a humidor that can store all of your cigars while keeping them at the ideal temperature and humidity. This way, you'll enjoy them at their best at any time after the initial purchase.

Shop Around for Your New Favorite Cigars

Shop around with Foundation Cigars the next time you'd like an amazing smoke. As you can see, the King Tut Special Blend is next in line with what this long-standing cigar house brings to the market.

Check out our new cigar selection and get in touch with any questions that you have about our variety of offerings.

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