Cuban Cigars

The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure de Luxe LCDH is a light yet rich Magico, 4.5” (115mm) long, of 52 ring gauge, and comes in a 10 cigars box. In 2012 Hoyo de Monterrey, one of the oldest Habanos brand, decided to launch an exclusive line for La casa del Habano, and released the Epicure de Luxe. It is only using tobacco from the most valuable area in Cuba, the famous Vuelta Abajo. This smoke packs all the typical Hoyo de Monterrey’s flavours into a small yet exclusive cigar, that is comparable to the 2012 Limited Editions, but which is cheaper than these. The construction is superb, it is fully handmade, its high level of quality is on par with any cigar out of La Casa del Habanos. On the flavor profile, it is rather light in taste yet shows a great level of complexity and control of aromas. As all special productions, the stocks are limited, so there will not be second chances to try this beauty! En savoir plus

The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial is a rich and creamy medium-full Gordito, 5.6” (141mm) long, of 50 ring gauge, and comes in a 10 cigars box. En savoir plus

The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No.1 is a rich and creamy Habano, of Corona Gorda size, 5.6”(143mm) long, of 46 ring gauge, and comes in a 15 cigars box. It is a cigar of the next to perfect construction; the wrapper is smooth and slightly oily. It is smoking beautifully and the draw on this cigar is flawless. On top of that, the flavor profile of this stogie is incredible. Definitely a must-try for all the fans of Corona Gorda vitolas. There are flavors of wood, earth, hay and nuts. There is also lots of creamy espresso, and some mineral notes. It might not be the most complex cigar, but it nevertheless won’t let you indifferent. Some delicate touches of pepper also spice up the Epicure No.1, whereas in terms of strength, it never goes over a medium body. Very similar to a Partagas or a Romeo y Julieta in term of appearance and flavor profile. It also has a great potential for ageing. En savoir plus

The Hoyo de San Juan from Hoyo de Monterrey is a tasty Habano, of Geniales format, of 54 ring gauge and 5.9” (150mm) long and comes in a 10 cigars cabinet. Released at the 2014 Habanos Festival, this big ring gauge cigar is reminiscent of the old brand, but with a modern twist that appeal to many big ring gauges aficionados. It sports a new band which reads “Serie Le Hoyo” but as any Hoyo de Monterrey, it is hand rolled only using tobacco from San Juan y Martínez district, where the brand was born in 1865. It is of light to medium flavor, very aromatic and rich smoke. One of the best Hoyo out there. Has a great potential for aging, which would make it even smoother. En savoir plus

The Hoyo de San Juan from Hoyo de Monterrey is a flavorful geniales, with 54 ring gauge and 5.9” (150mm) long and comes in a box of 15 aluminum tubes. Released at the 2014 Habanos Festival, this big ring gauge cigar is reminiscent of the old brand, but with a modern twist that appeal to many big ring gauges aficionados. It sports a new band which reads “Serie Le Hoyo” but as any Hoyo de Monterrey, it is hand rolled only using tobacco from San Juan y Martínez district, where the brand was born in 1865. It is of light to medium flavor, very aromatic and rich smoke. One of the best Hoyo out there. Has a great potential for aging, which would make it even smoother. En savoir plus

The Hoyo de Monterrey Hoyo des Dieux is a sweet mild-medium Long Corona, 6.1” (155mm) long, of 42 ring gauge, and comes in 5 packs of 5 cigars. This particular batch is vintage and it has the box code MAY 03 - MPC. En savoir plus

The Hoyo de Monterrey Palmas Extra is a delicious and affordable medium Habano, with a 40 ring gauge, 5.5” (140mm) long and comes in a box of 25 cigars. A very nice Corona, that has a strong woodsy flavor, coupled with a subtle spiciness. Never too strong, nor too complex, this vitola appeals to all Cuban aficionados, that are looking for an everyday smoke easy on the wallet. En savoir plus

The Hoyo de Monterrey Petit Robusto is a jewel from the Hoyo brand, a delicate smoke, 4" (102mm) long, of 50 ring gauge, and comes in a 15 cigars box. En savoir plus

The Hoyo de Monterrey Regalos LE 2007 is a smooth medium-full Corona Extra, 5.4” (137mm) long, of 46 ring gauge, and comes in a 25 cigars box. En savoir plus

The La Gloria Cubana Medaille D'Or No.2 is a spicy and tasty medium bodied Lonsdale, 6.7” (170mm) long, of 43 ring gauge, and comes in a 25 cigars box. En savoir plus

The Montecristo 520 Limited Edition 2012 is a creamy & medium-full Maravilla No.3, 6.1” (155mm) long, of 55 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 10 cigars. En savoir plus

The Montecristo Media Corona is a medium-full short Habano, a Half-Corona, 3.5” (90mm) long, of 44 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 25 cigars. As other newer cigars, Habanos released this very short vitola (the shortest hand rolled cigar along with the H Upmann Half Corona), that fits perfectly the need for customers to enjoy a Cuban cigar in a short time. This vitola is totally hand made with long filler, using leaves from Vuelta Abajo, known for producing the best tobacco leaves in the world, in the region of Pinar del Rio. As expected from Montecristo, the Media Corona is perfectly rolled, a great draw and smokes beautifully. It is a bit more powerful than other Montecristos, because of its shorter length, so expect a body ranging from a medium to a medium-to-full. The flavor profile is typical of Montecristo, sweetness, cream, cedar, nuts, floral notes and coffee. It is a beautiful cigar that should be a hit among Cuban cigar aficionados. En savoir plus

The Montecristo No.3 is a rich Habanos that deserves more attention, of Corona format, of 42 ring gauge, 5.6” (142mm) long and comes in a box 15 cigars. It is slightly bigger than the Montecristo No.4 but smaller than the No.1, two very famous cigars. Therefore, it creates a bridge between the two, it has the same ring gauge as the No.4 but slightly longer. It benefits from the usual Montecristo quality and flavor profile, lots of coffee, earthiness and wood. It is a beautiful Corona that can both appeal to experimented smokers and to the beginners. En savoir plus

The Montecristo Petit No.2 is a powerful Petit Pyramid, 4.7” (120mm) long, of 52 ring gauge, and comes in packs of 15 cigars. En savoir plus

The Montecristo Petit No.2 is a well-balanced Habano, medium-full Petit Pyramid, 4.7” (120mm) long, of 52 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 10 cigars. En savoir plus

The Montecristo Petit Tubos is an affordable and tasty Mareva, of 42 ring gauge, 5.1” (129mm) long and comes in box of 15 cigars in aluminum tubes. While sharing the same dimensions as the Montecristo No.4, it remains somewhat different, a little bit more elegant and with its own flavor profile. Its perfect construction and its medium body let the aficionado enjoy the beautiful flavors of earth, coffee, cream, leather, and some herbal freshness. This cigar is a great pick for a quick smoke on the go, or for a first Cuban experience. En savoir plus

The Partagas Aristocrats is a rich, powerful and a great value cigar, of Petit Cetro format, 40 ring gauge, 5.1” (129mm) long and comes in a box of 25 cigars. Being a full bodied cigar, it is better to smoke this beauty after a meal and with a drink. The construction on this Habano is amazing, it requires no attention, it is just waiting for you to enjoy. En savoir plus

The Partagas Habaneros is an affordable and beautiful everyday cigar of Belvedere format, 39 ring gauge, 4.9” (125mm) long and comes in a box of 25 cigars. Its construction is great and has lots of complexity with aromas of wood, coffee, leather and pepper. The balance of flavor is spot on thanks to sweet notes of caramel and vanilla. The cigar is mild and never too harsh, between a medium body and a medium to strong body. A great everyday cigar. En savoir plus

The Partagas Mille Fleurs is a generous, tasty short Habanos, of Petit Corona format, 42 ring gauge, 5.1” (129mm) long and comes in a box of 25 cigars. Comparable to the Partagas Shorts or the famous Montecristo No. 4, it is a stick that should not be missed by any Cuban cigar connoisseur. En savoir plus