H. Upmann Magnum 46 (Cuba)

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H. Upmann Magnum 46 (Cuba) (Photos)
Posted by E.Z. under Cigar Reviews

Who can deny that the general quality of Cuban cigars has steadily declined over the years? At the same time, the American market driven non-Cuban brands have done the exact opposite. I maintain that it is entirely possible for a seasoned smoker of quality Nicaraguan, Dominican, or Honduran cigars to find their first experience with a genuine Habano disappointing. Perhaps the cigar will be rolled too tightly or sloppily, perhaps it will be moldy or beetle infested; whatever the case, if you're going to smoke a "first" Cuban cigar make sure it is flawless, like this H. Upmann Magnum 46.

Upon inspecting this Corona Gorda, the banded version of the Magnum 46, you can tell that it is well made indeed: firm, evenly bunched, oily, and boasting a perfect triple cap. The aromas of this H. Upmann wrapper are delightfully sweet with some faint cacao and maybe a little cinnamon. I don't get much of a peppery taste in these, just the delicate sweet notes.

Lighting it up yields very aromatic plumes of dense smoke. The aromas remind me of a freshly baked French brioche. The first few puffs are actually on the milder side but sweet, creamy and spiced. The first puffs achieved, this cigar begins to progress and evolve in a steady way before reaching a solid medium body at around the first quarter mark.

It stays very creamy throughout the first half, moving from the sweet spice and cacao notes at the onset toward darker notes of roasted coffee beans accented by sweet wood and faint chocolate. A bit of leather begins to come through at this point as well as some white pepper which continue all the way to the finale.

Nothing makes me more happy than a cigar that continues to burn evenly to the nub, and the H. Upmann Magnum 46 does just that and with a good length of solid gray ash too. The body picks up again in the last two inches and the notes turn to richer leather, espresso, and a distinct musty sweetness that reminds me of the initial sweet spice and woody notes.

This stick is perfect and a tribute to the Cuban cigar industry of old: awesome, perfectly aged Cuban tobacco that is masterfully rolled to great drawing and razor burning perfection. Let the medium long finish delight you well after the cigar is put to rest.

At a price of about $10.00 per stick I can't imagine letting these run out in my humidor. Feel free to take this Corona Gorda to the glorious nub every time. :thumbs:
 
Nice review. What year was the smoke?

At a price of about $10.00 per stick I can't imagine letting these run out in my humidor. Feel free to take this Corona Gorda to the glorious nub every time. :thumbs:


At about $10 a stick....I wouldn't run out, as they'd be sleeping for some time.

I had an 06 this weekend....neede to sleep longer....not that tasty, BUT had undertones of things to come.
 
Nice review. What year was the smoke?

At a price of about $10.00 per stick I can't imagine letting these run out in my humidor. Feel free to take this Corona Gorda to the glorious nub every time. :thumbs:


At about $10 a stick....I wouldn't run out, as they'd be sleeping for some time.

I had an 06 this weekend....neede to sleep longer....not that tasty, BUT had undertones of things to come.

Have to agree with Gary on this one. I have found these are not ready to smoke young and reallydon't begin to shine until they have a few years on.
 
Not having smoked any of these with significant age to them, but thoroughly enjoying them anyhow...
I look forward to experiencing a "mature" one, should I be able to allow one to rest for any legnth of time.
-Guy
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H. Upmann Magnum 46 (Cuba) (Photos)
Posted by E.Z. under Cigar Reviews

Who can deny that the general quality of Cuban cigars has steadily declined over the years? At the same time, the American market driven non-Cuban brands have done the exact opposite. I maintain that it is entirely possible for a seasoned smoker of quality Nicaraguan, Dominican, or Honduran cigars to find their first experience with a genuine Habano disappointing. Perhaps the cigar will be rolled too tightly or sloppily, perhaps it will be moldy or beetle infested; whatever the case, if you're going to smoke a "first" Cuban cigar make sure it is flawless, like this H. Upmann Magnum 46.

Upon inspecting this Corona Gorda, the banded version of the Magnum 46, you can tell that it is well made indeed: firm, evenly bunched, oily, and boasting a perfect triple cap. The aromas of this H. Upmann wrapper are delightfully sweet with some faint cacao and maybe a little cinnamon. I don't get much of a peppery taste in these, just the delicate sweet notes.

Lighting it up yields very aromatic plumes of dense smoke. The aromas remind me of a freshly baked French brioche. The first few puffs are actually on the milder side but sweet, creamy and spiced. The first puffs achieved, this cigar begins to progress and evolve in a steady way before reaching a solid medium body at around the first quarter mark.

It stays very creamy throughout the first half, moving from the sweet spice and cacao notes at the onset toward darker notes of roasted coffee beans accented by sweet wood and faint chocolate. A bit of leather begins to come through at this point as well as some white pepper which continue all the way to the finale.

Nothing makes me more happy than a cigar that continues to burn evenly to the nub, and the H. Upmann Magnum 46 does just that and with a good length of solid gray ash too. The body picks up again in the last two inches and the notes turn to richer leather, espresso, and a distinct musty sweetness that reminds me of the initial sweet spice and woody notes.

This stick is perfect and a tribute to the Cuban cigar industry of old: awesome, perfectly aged Cuban tobacco that is masterfully rolled to great drawing and razor burning perfection. Let the medium long finish delight you well after the cigar is put to rest.

At a price of about $10.00 per stick I can't imagine letting these run out in my humidor. Feel free to take this Corona Gorda to the glorious nub every time. :thumbs:

Great review. A wonderful cigar for the price and very consistent. I love the looser draw on this cigar in comparison to most Cubans. I better get some more before my 04's run out.

Elric
 
H. Upmann Magnum 46 (Cuba) (Photos)
Posted by E.Z. under Cigar Reviews

Who can deny that the general quality of Cuban cigars has steadily declined over the years? At the same time, the American market driven non-Cuban brands have done the exact opposite. I maintain that it is entirely possible for a seasoned smoker of quality Nicaraguan, Dominican, or Honduran cigars to find their first experience with a genuine Habano disappointing. Perhaps the cigar will be rolled too tightly or sloppily, perhaps it will be moldy or beetle infested; whatever the case, if you're going to smoke a "first" Cuban cigar make sure it is flawless, like this H. Upmann Magnum 46.

Upon inspecting this Corona Gorda, the banded version of the Magnum 46, you can tell that it is well made indeed: firm, evenly bunched, oily, and boasting a perfect triple cap. The aromas of this H. Upmann wrapper are delightfully sweet with some faint cacao and maybe a little cinnamon. I don't get much of a peppery taste in these, just the delicate sweet notes.

Lighting it up yields very aromatic plumes of dense smoke. The aromas remind me of a freshly baked French brioche. The first few puffs are actually on the milder side but sweet, creamy and spiced. The first puffs achieved, this cigar begins to progress and evolve in a steady way before reaching a solid medium body at around the first quarter mark.

It stays very creamy throughout the first half, moving from the sweet spice and cacao notes at the onset toward darker notes of roasted coffee beans accented by sweet wood and faint chocolate. A bit of leather begins to come through at this point as well as some white pepper which continue all the way to the finale.

Nothing makes me more happy than a cigar that continues to burn evenly to the nub, and the H. Upmann Magnum 46 does just that and with a good length of solid gray ash too. The body picks up again in the last two inches and the notes turn to richer leather, espresso, and a distinct musty sweetness that reminds me of the initial sweet spice and woody notes.

This stick is perfect and a tribute to the Cuban cigar industry of old: awesome, perfectly aged Cuban tobacco that is masterfully rolled to great drawing and razor burning perfection. Let the medium long finish delight you well after the cigar is put to rest.

At a price of about $10.00 per stick I can't imagine letting these run out in my humidor. Feel free to take this Corona Gorda to the glorious nub every time. :thumbs:

Nice review! I just got a box made ABR07... way too young... i'll see them again in a few years.

-Frank
 
If I would hve bought a cab of 50 it would have been last year, early spring with an 04 date. They would have been very good and they would already be gone. ;)
 
Thanks for the excellent review! These are mighty fine smokes :thumbs:
 
I just smoked my first Upmann this past Friday and it wasn't too bad. I prefer Padron personally, but I wouldn't hesitate to smoke another one.
 
Still have a few 46s from JUL 05 that are very very good. Was wondering how more recent ones were, trying to decide between the 46s and the 50s. I've only smoked one 50, but really enjoyed it. I finally decided to get a box of each. Hey it's Christmas. :D
 
Nice review. What year was the smoke?

At a price of about $10.00 per stick I can't imagine letting these run out in my humidor. Feel free to take this Corona Gorda to the glorious nub every time. :thumbs:


At about $10 a stick....I wouldn't run out, as they'd be sleeping for some time.

I had an 06 this weekend....neede to sleep longer....not that tasty, BUT had undertones of things to come.

Have to agree with Gary on this one. I have found these are not ready to smoke young and reallydon't begin to shine until they have a few years on.


Strange, smoked an 05 yesterday at a herf and find the ones I've got at home 07 better

Rene
 
I've only had these fresh (08s, I think) and I thought they were great. One of the only cubans I've enjoyed enough to want to buy again. Personally, I prefer cigars on the fresher side, so having to let them sit around wouldn't be an issue. :D
 
Well got my answer on fresh Mag 46s. Tried one today from a box of PBS MAR 08 and it was fantastic. I lit this up during the Giants/Eagles game.
 
I have 25 from Jul-08 sitting in my Coolidor.

I may have to sacrifice one and see how it smokes young.

From there, I'll have to decide whether it goes all the way to the bottom of the cooler or at the top for easy access.

Andrew

EDIT: I have the Mag 50s, not 46s.
 
I have 25 from Jul-08 sitting in my Coolidor.

I may have to sacrifice one and see how it smokes young.

From there, I'll have to decide whether it goes all the way to the bottom of the cooler or at the top for easy access.

Andrew

EDIT: I have the Mag 50s, not 46s.

Could be a pleasant surprise!

Rene
 
I might have to get a new box after hearing that the 08's are pretty good. I have a box of 46's from 04 that only has 5 left. They were great though.
 
One of my all time favourite regular Habanos.

Quality is getting much better though, I must point that out. A lot better. Still, while construction improves, brands like Partagas can still put out boxes of cigars with such different flavour profiles that are meant to be the same. That is one of my biggest problems with modern Cuban cigars. For the money you can get superbly consistent non Cuban offerings with properly aged wrappers etc.

I don't know... as most of us know: when a Cuban smoke is on... its ON, but it is still a gamble getting a whole box of something that usually provides a one in five quality ratio. You can get a box of Padron X000s and know you are going to keep getting a pleasing smoke, or Olivas (underrated I think) for a lot less money.
 
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