JR Special Corona # 2
Origin: Honduras
Size: 6.50 X 46
Wrapper: Colorado

From JR Cigars:
The JR Special Corona was one of our flagship brands. Handcrafted by Rolando Reyes, Sr., this cigar used to sell like hotcakes in plain plastic bags - no boxes, no bands, no nuthin' - just flavor! Regretfully, due to disputes with the maker, we ceased production of this great cigar in 1994. But all is well now and, with much enthusiasm, we are once again able to offer this fantastic smoke. Earthy, rich, full of flavor... it is like being in a time machine! A "must try" cigar.

Reviewed by: Patrick Mahaney
Date: July 2003
Notes:

The JR Special Corona is sold in an unusual "6 pack" cellophane bundle by JR's. The price is $13 for 6 cigars or about $2.15 per cigar. The #2 corona at 6.5 X 46 ring gauge is slightly smaller in size than the usual double corona size. The #2 wrapper is a reddish-brown "Colorado" leaf from Ecuador. The wrapper quality is good; no defects or blemishes noted. The binder is also Ecuadorian leaf and the filler is a mix of Nic/D.R. leaf. The #2 corona is a full-bodied but not overpowering complex smoke, with an earthy taste of aged tobacco. Definitely not for the rookie or beginner! It draws well and puts out a cloud of gray smoke. If you like a full-bodied smoke at a reasonable price, the JR Special Corona #2 is a good choice.