Description
Size: 5 1/2 x 54
Vitola: Double Robusto
Wrapper: Connecticut Shade (U.S.)
Binder: Dominican
Fillers: Dominican
Flavor Notes: Cream, sweet cedar, buttered toast, vanilla, gentle spice
Pairing Notes: Cappuccino, mild bourbon, light rum, or creamy desserts
Manufacturer: J.C. Newman Cigar Co.
Privada Storytelling
Diamond Crown was born from the vision of Stanford Newman to create a cigar that didn’t compete with the industry standard, but redefined it. Long before the word premium became diluted, Diamond Crown stood as a symbol of luxury. The Double Robusto No. 4 carries that legacy with the quiet authority of a brand built on generations of precision, patience, and American cigar history.
This is a cigar that doesn’t need to shout. It speaks in smoothness. In balance. In craftsmanship. Every detail, from the Connecticut Shade wrapper grown under specially tended fields to the Dominican blend aged until it behaves like silk, shows why Diamond Crown was once known simply as “the cigar you give someone when only the best will do.”
Light it, and life slows down. The room feels softer. The moment becomes intentional. This is not a cigar for rushing. It is a cigar for appreciating.
Flavor Journey
The first third opens with cream, vanilla, and sweet cedar rising gently from the Connecticut Shade wrapper. Midway through, toasted bread and soft baking spice appear, adding dimension without disturbing the blend’s elegance. In the final third, the flavors settle into buttered toast, warm wood, and a mellow sweetness that lingers in a clean and comforting finish.
Why It Belongs in Privada
Diamond Crown is foundational to the world of refined cigars. It represents a level of smooth sophistication that only a few brands can match. For Privada members, it stands as a benchmark for what classic luxury should taste like. No gimmicks. No trends. Just pure excellence rooted in heritage.
Production Notes
Rolled in the Dominican Republic using exclusively aged Dominican tobaccos. The wrapper is grown in Connecticut under a tightly controlled shade environment, giving it its signature silky texture. Produced with meticulous quality control to maintain consistency across decades.
Highlights
Iconic luxury blend
Silky and elegant Connecticut profile
Perfect for slow, thoughtful smoking
A classic high end experience from J.C. Newman
