H. Upmann Connoisseur No.1

[nfulton]

H. Upmann Connoisseur No.1
5"x48
'04

The wrapper was slightly rough, but well constructed, dull brown, but oily. It was well filled. The pre-light scent was mild, but nice. The pre-light draw was tough and almost scared me away from firing up. The cigar lit well and had a perfect burn to the last. The draw wasn't awful and lightened up after the first 1/2". The taste was mild/medium and was very cedery with cream and spice on the finish. There was ample smoke and it smoked for just over 50 minutes.It was a one dimensional cigar but still very enjoyable. I would warn against smoking it with anything more than a light bodied scotch or burbon because you might overpower the flavor (i tried knob creek). I read a review that it was like a short magnum 46 and I agree except the magnum 46 has a great deal more depth, flavor, and complexity.

The Conn. No. 1 was a pleasant. The perfect cigar for the hour I get before the family starts pouring through the door.

I will most certainly keep a 5'er in my humidor.

 

[alexgtp]

Excellent cigar and reasonably priced.
I always keep some handy nice simple and fast smoke.
I have yet to be disappointed with the H.Upmann brand.

 

[cigardawg]

Nice review.

The H Upmann Conn. No. 1 is a great cigar. Always seems to be a bit underrated. It is typically in the race, but never finishes first. I've smoked them from 03 and 04..they are nice cigars. The 98s, however, are fabulous. Fuller bodied than the others with very complex flavors. They age very nicely. :thumbs: