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dz130 · 01-15-2022, 10:58 AM

I have a box of Royal Jamaica Bucaneers in maduro. These were made in the DR, and I marked a date of 10/21/2003 on one of the bands.

The bottom says, "Hand Made In The Dominican Republic By The Jamaica Tobacco Co. La Romana, Dominican Republic." There's an ink stamp that says EEL.

Anyone have any information about these? I think that they are the oldest cigars that I have.

smbauerllc · 01-16-2022, 04:57 AM

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Originally Posted by dz130

I have a box of Royal Jamaica Bucaneers in maduro. These were made in the DR, and I marked a date of 10/21/2003 on one of the bands.

The bottom says, "Hand Made In The Dominican Republic By The Jamaica Tobacco Co. La Romana, Dominican Republic." There's an ink stamp that says EEL.

Anyone have any information about these? I think that they are the oldest cigars that I have.

I can't help you unfortunately, but will be waiting with you for one of our residents experts here to chime in, as I have never heard of them, so curious about them

I friggin' LOVE cigars

Smok'em1313 · 01-17-2022, 03:04 AM

Was cleaning out a room this weekend and found an old Perelman's Pocket Cyclopedia of Cigars, 2002 edition.

It states that it's a slim panatela (5-1/2 x 30):
Wrapper: Indonesia
Binder: Cameroon, Mexico
Filler: DR, Indonesia, Jamaica
"The filler is predominately Jamaica-grown tobaccos, with a secret family additive applied during the fermentation process. The Mexican binder combined with the Java wrapper results in a unique, spicy flavor."

I was in Jamaica prior to the hurricane that destroyed the factory and purchased some RJs. Unfortunately it was on a lark, since I really didn't smoke cigars and I therefore have no recollection of them. I wish I kept a few, but of course had no humidor at the time so they probably would have turned into dust anyways. ��

Have you smoke one recently? If so, please describe.

Lew · 01-22-2022, 07:28 AM

The secret ingredient is Bethune - a boiled root extract that has an addictive quality.

BigJohn · 01-22-2022, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Lew

The secret ingredient is Bethune - a boiled root extract that has an addictive quality.

Wow look who has popped in!

Smok'em1313 · 01-23-2022, 04:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Lew

The secret ingredient is Bethune - a boiled root extract that has an addictive quality.

Bethune? 🤔

TommyBB · 01-23-2022, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Smok'em1313

Bethune? 🤔

It's called betún in el ol' español. It's a moistening agent that is sprayed on the leaves before they are worked by the cigar maker. Some manufacturers add flavorings to their betún so that they are not just spraying with water and root extract.

At least that's what I have picked up over the years of reading about cigars. The bethune is not discussed much.

01-15-2022, 10:58 AM	#1
dz130 Herf Meister Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Out of KSA FINALLY! Posts: 7,838	Question About An Old Box I have a box of Royal Jamaica Bucaneers in maduro. These were made in the DR, and I marked a date of 10/21/2003 on one of the bands. The bottom says, "Hand Made In The Dominican Republic By The Jamaica Tobacco Co. La Romana, Dominican Republic." There's an ink stamp that says EEL. Anyone have any information about these? I think that they are the oldest cigars that I have. __________________ Doug Finally out of the sandbox. If I say Corona, I ain't talking beer. RIP Ed Toner

01-17-2022, 03:04 AM	#3
Smok'em1313 Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Central Jersey Posts: 784	Was cleaning out a room this weekend and found an old Perelman's Pocket Cyclopedia of Cigars, 2002 edition. It states that it's a slim panatela (5-1/2 x 30): Wrapper: Indonesia Binder: Cameroon, Mexico Filler: DR, Indonesia, Jamaica "The filler is predominately Jamaica-grown tobaccos, with a secret family additive applied during the fermentation process. The Mexican binder combined with the Java wrapper results in a unique, spicy flavor." I was in Jamaica prior to the hurricane that destroyed the factory and purchased some RJs. Unfortunately it was on a lark, since I really didn't smoke cigars and I therefore have no recollection of them. I wish I kept a few, but of course had no humidor at the time so they probably would have turned into dust anyways. �� Have you smoke one recently? If so, please describe. __________________ In heaven there ain't no beer, that's why I drink it here. Last edited by Smok'em1313; 04-08-2024 at 04:28 AM.

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