Brand Heritage
RoMa Craft Tobac is a boutique cigar company founded by Skip Martin and Michael Rosales, widely respected in the premium cigar community for their meticulous approach to tobacco blending and their refusal to compromise on quality. The Intemperance line pays homage to the Prohibition era, drawing inspiration from the historical conflict between temperance movements and those who defied them — a theme that lends the brand a distinctive, story-driven identity. RoMa Craft has earned a loyal following among serious enthusiasts who appreciate small-batch production and thoughtfully crafted Nicaraguan blends.
Blend & Construction
The Intemperance Volstead Revenuer is a Nicaraguan puro, consistent with RoMa Craft's well-established preference for Nicaraguan tobacco throughout the blend. The "Revenuer" presents in a Corona Gorda format — 5.75 inches in length with a 46 ring gauge — a classic vitola that offers an ideal balance between smoke time and flavor concentration. In keeping with the Intemperance line's profile, construction is held to exacting standards, with a smooth, well-applied wrapper and a firm, even pack that encourages an effortless draw and a consistent burn from start to finish.
Flavor Profile
The Intemperance Volstead Revenuer delivers a medium-strength smoking experience that is approachable without being ordinary. In keeping with the character of RoMa Craft's Nicaraguan blends, smokers can expect a well-layered profile that may include earthy, cedar, and dark spice notes underpinned by a natural sweetness. The Corona Gorda vitola tends to smoke cool and deliberate, allowing the complexity of the tobaccos to reveal themselves gradually across three distinct thirds. The retrohale offers additional depth, and the finish is generally smooth and satisfying — hallmarks of a finely composed medium-bodied Nicaraguan smoke.
Recommended Pairings
Alcoholic Pairing: A wheated bourbon such as Maker's Mark or W.L. Weller Special Reserve complements the cigar's earthy Nicaraguan character and medium body without overpowering its nuance.
Non-Alcoholic Pairing: A medium-roast pour-over coffee enhances the cigar's natural sweetness and cedar notes, making it an excellent morning or early afternoon companion for the discerning smoker.
Best Enjoyed
The Intemperance Volstead Revenuer is best suited to intermediate or experienced cigar smokers who appreciate a historically inspired, thoughtfully constructed smoke. Its medium strength makes it flexible enough for a late morning or afternoon session, though it equally rewards an unhurried evening on the porch. Expect a smoke time of approximately 60 to 75 minutes — enough time to settle in, reflect, and fully appreciate what RoMa Craft has crafted in tribute to one of America's most colorful chapters.
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