Tatuaje RC Series No. 2 Cigar - Toro Puro
Tatuaje RC Series No. 2 Cigar - Toro Puro
Tatuaje

Tatuaje RC Series No. 2 Cigar

Retro Cuba, polished and aromatic

The Tatuaje RC Series No. 2 is one of those cigars that seasoned smokers quietly recommend to friends who “know what they like”. It’s a modern Nicaraguan cigar built with a deliberate nod to old-world Cuban style, but executed with the consistency and precision today’s enthusiasts expect.

If you’ve been trying to buy Tatuaje in the UK, you’ll know the challenge: availability is often inconsistent, and many lines are far easier to find in the US than on British shelves. That’s precisely why the RC Series No. 2 matters here. For UK buyers looking for a reliable source, this is a genuine opportunity to experience one of Tatuaje’s most refined, classic-leaning blends without the usual frustration of hunting for stock.

At the heart of the story is Pete Johnson, the founder of Tatuaje and one of the most recognisable modern names in boutique cigars. His blends became cult favourites in the US for a reason: they’re designed to feel traditional without being dated, bold without being messy. The RC Series is his “quiet tribute” concept, and the “RC” name is commonly understood as a throwback to Retro Cuba, a deliberate signal that this cigar aims for balance, structure, and aromatic elegance rather than raw power.

The cigar is rolled at My Father Cigars in Estelí, under the guidance associated with Don Pepín García, pairing an Ecuadorian Habano wrapper with Nicaraguan binder and filler. The result lands in the medium to medium-full range: enough presence to satisfy, but with a refined delivery that stays composed across the full session.

In the first portion, expect a clean, classic opening: warm wood, toasted character, and a gentle sweetness that keeps everything polished. As the cigar settles, the profile becomes more structured and cedar-led, with an aromatic lift on the retrohale and a faint fruit-like sweetness that appears and recedes rather than dominating. The final stretch deepens into darker roasted notes and a richer sweetness, with earth and soft spice rounding out a finish that feels deliberate and complete.

For the smoker who values craftsmanship over noise, the Tatuaje RC Series No. 2 is one of the most elegant ways to experience the Tatuaje house style: aromatic, balanced, and quietly complex.

Nicaraguan Handcrafted Cigar | UK

If you’re searching for a Nicaraguan handcrafted cigar in the UK that leans classic in profile but modern in consistency, the RC Series No. 2 is an excellent choice. It offers a measured, premium session (around 50 minutes) with the kind of flavour development that keeps you engaged without ever feeling heavy-handed.


£25.50

Main flavour notes

Spice Notes Cedar notes Toasted almond notes

Perfect parings

Meat Coffee, Spirits Red wine
 

Strength
3/5

Enjoyment time
50 minutes

Sommelier review (RC Series No. 2)
Appearance: Darker, rosier Habano wrapper with a natural oil sheen. Firm pack, well-finished head.
Cold aroma: Cedar humidor, roasted nuts, a touch of cocoa skin.

Cold draw: Toasted almond, dry cedar, faint caramel sweetness.

First third
Opens polished and aromatic. The core is wood-forward, with toasted almond and a light, glossy caramel note that sits more on the finish than the centre palate. Retrohale gives soft cedar and a gentle pepper tickle, more warmth than bite.

Second third
The profile tightens and becomes more structured. Cedar and clean wood lead, with the nut character smoothing out into something closer to almond cream. A faint dried fruit sweetness (subtle, almost cherry skin) appears intermittently, giving lift and complexity. Strength edges towards medium-full, but the cigar stays composed.

Final third
The wood deepens into a darker roasted register (bread crust, nut skin). Sweetness shifts from caramel to a molasses-like tone, with a touch more earth and a soft spice on the retrohale. Finish is long, warm, and balanced, with no harshness if you keep the pace steady.

Body: Medium
Strength: Medium–Full
Texture: Rounded, slightly oily smoke, “classic” mouthfeel
Finish: Cedar, roasted nut, dark sweetness, gentle spice
Best moment: Mid-second third, when cedar + almond + caramel line up cleanly.

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Tatuaje RC Series No. 2 Cigar
£25.50

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