Cuban Cigars

The Bolivar New Gold Medal LCDH is a 2023 La Casa Del Habano exclusive release. A Grand Corona of 6½” (165mm) by 48 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 10 cigars wrapped in gold foil. Sharing the same vitola as the Montecristo No.1 (Cervantes), the Bolivar Gold Medal was initially discontinued in 1992. However, it made a comeback in 2004 exclusively for La Casa Del Habano Germany, with only 1000 boxes produced. In 2007, it was re-released as a La Casa Del Habano exclusive but was later discontinued in 2011. In 2023, a new version was introduced—the New Gold Medal. While maintaining the same length as its predecessor, it now boasts a larger ring gauge, adopting the Partagas 15 vitola, similar to the Ramon Allones Imperiales. According to Habanos S.A., the Bolívar New Gold Medal is hailed as one of the finest Habanos in the current selection, renowned for its full flavor, strength, and body. Its distinctive earthy essence is a defining feature, complemented by spicy, fruity, and roasted tobacco notes. The amalgamation of these nuanced flavors has elevated it to the status of a new cult favorite among Habanos enthusiasts. Observations while smoking: Starts off light initially but gradually intensifies. Exhibits the robust strength characteristic of Bolivar cigars. Displays promising potential for aging.

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The Montecristo No.3 is a creamy and complex underrated cigar, of Corona format, of 42 ring gauge, 5.6” (142mm) long and comes in 5 packs of 5 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 Por Larranaga Petit Coronas is a praised Habanos, a mild-medium Mareva, 5.1” (129mm) long, of 42 ring gauge, and comes in a 50 cigars cabinet. En savoir plus

The Romeo y Julieta Short Churchill is a superb medium bodied robusto, of 50 ring gauge, 4.9” (124mm) long and comes in a box of 25 cigars. This vitola develops typical Cuban aromas, rich wood, earth, leather and some hints of fruits and chocolate. It is a cigar that can both appeal to aficionados of mellow cigars and to novice smokers. Released in 2006. En savoir plus

The Saint Luis Rey Pura Vida is a 2020 Costa Rica Exclusive Regional Edition cigar, a 4.72” (120 mm) by 54 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 10 cigars. Only 6,000 boxes have been made in Cuba, so it is a cigar that will be hard to find very shortly. Similar in size as the previous Costa Rica and Nicaragua Regional Exclusive Habano in 2017 (the Ramon Allones Nuevo Mundo), it is of Magnum 54 vitola, a highly praised format in the region. Named Pura Vida after the popular local saying that is used to wish someone’s happiness at the end or at the beginning of a conversation. Entirely hand rolled with tobacco grown in the Vuelta Abajo region, this is a beautiful cigar, very comparable to the highly acclaimed and now discontinued Saint Luis Rey Serie A. The Pura Vida will certainly get even better after some aging, so do not miss your chance to get this little gem while available.

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The Bolivar Belicosos Finos is a creamy, complex and strong Pyramid, 5.5” (140mm) long, of 52 ring gauge, and comes in a 25 cigars box. After the Royal Corona and the Petit Corona, the Belicosos Finos is one of the most popular cigars out of Bolivar’s factory. It is mostly due to its medium size and shape, and the fact that its flavors are regular and stand out among other Habanos that it is a top seller. Its bold aromas and its full body make it a wonderful cigar to enjoy after an opulent meal. The Belicosos Finos is easily recognizable with its foot consisting of the pointy of a pyramid and its big ring gauge, similar to a robusto. A Pre-1960 release. En savoir plus

The Bolivar Belicosos Finos is a delicious full-bodied Campana, 5.5” (140mm) long, of 52 ring gauge, and comes in sliding lid box of 25 cigars. After the Royal Corona and the Petit Corona, the Belicosos Finos is one of the most popular cigars out of Bolivar’s factory. It is mostly due to its medium size and shape, and the fact that its flavors are regular and stand out among other Habanos that it is a top seller. Its bold aromas and its full body make it a wonderful cigar to enjoy after an opulent meal. The Belicosos Finos is easily recognizable with its foot consisting of the pointy of a pyramid and its big ring gauge, similar to a robusto. A Pre-1960 release. En savoir plus

The Bolivar Petit Coronas is one of Bolivar’s best seller, a strong and creamy Mareva, 5.1” (129mm) long, of 42 ring gauge, and comes in 50 cigars cabinet. Along with the Belicosos Finos and the Royal Corona, this is one of our favorite cigar. This is a cigar that makes itself known right from the start. A Pre 1960 release. En savoir plus

The Diplomaticos No.2 is a Cuban superstar, a powerful and complex Pyramid, 6.1” (156mm) long, of 52 ring gauge, and comes in a 25 cigars box. This Habano is truly a mature cigar that is not just a milder Montecristo, it has its own character. A 1996 release. En savoir plus

The H.Upmann Connoisseur A is a medium Genios, a La Casa Del Habano exclusivity, 5.5” (140mm) long, of 52 ring gauge, and comes in a 25 cigars box. En savoir plus

The H.Upmann Connossieur No.2 is a 2020 release, a medium-full bodied 5.25” (134 mm) by 51, and comes in a box of 25 cigars. It is the only Habanos cigar which has a ring gauge of 51. The factory name is known as Bohemios in Cuba and it was first presented in Germany in late 2020. Released only in few central European countries, this cigar will definitely please all amateurs of the other Connossieur from the marca H.Upmann. Similar in tastes and body as the other Connossieurs, its size makes it sit between the Connoisseur No.1 and the Connossieur A. Plenty of typical H.Upmanns flavors: wood, earth, sweet spices and some notes of chocolate. En savoir plus

The H.Upmann Magnum 54 is an elegant and complex medium strength Petit Robusto, of 54 ring gauge, 4.7” (120 mm) long and comes in a box 25 cigars. En savoir plus

The H. Upmann Limited Edition Propios is a very well balanced Corona Extra, 4.7” (120mm) long by 46 ring gauge with lots of earthy and woodsy flavors. En savoir plus

The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No.1 is a smooth Habano, a rich Corona Gorda, 5.6” (143mm) long, of 46 ring gauge, and comes in a 25 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 Monterrey Epicure No.2 is among the top 3 of Habanos Robustos, 4.9” (143mm) long, of 50 ring gauge, and comes in a 25 cigars box. En savoir plus

The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No.3 is a medium bodied Robusto, 4.92” (125mm) by 54 ring gauge, and comes in a box of 25 cigars. First released in Spain in September 2023, it is a new vitola, marking a departure from the traditional shapes of the Epicure line. The production name for this entirely new format is "Originales," and is the fourth addition to the popular "Línea Epicure" range. With its excellent construction and richly layered flavor profile, the Epicure No. 3 undoubtedly deserves a place in any regular cigar rotation.

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The Hoyo de Monterrey Hermosos No.4 Anejados is of Corona Extra format, 48 ring gauge and 5 inches (127mm) in length This cigar was released in late 2015 along with the Partagas Coronas Gordas Anejados as special editions that are available in very limited quantities. The particularity of these cigars is that they have been produced 5 to 8 years ago and then aged in their original cedar boxes. These cigars are incredibly mild and creamy due to the aging process and develop an intense woody flavor thanks to cedar box that contains the Hermosos No.4. These are rather mild cigars, with a body evolving from mild to medium, which makes them the perfect daily smoke. Nonetheless, they are also pretty complex cigars, in addition to woody flavors, there are also notes of pepper, leather and of bittersweet chocolate. Each box has been individually box opened and each stick has been checked before being banded with an additional Aged Habanos (Anejados) band. This is why you can find under each box the original stamp recording the date and factory where they have been rolled 8 years ago plus an additional “Revisado” (checked) stamp. En savoir plus

The Montecristo No.3 is the missing link in Montecristo’s lineup, of Corona format, of 42 ring gauge, 5.6” (142mm) long and comes in a box 25 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 OPEN Eagle is a mellow and savory Habano, of Geniales format, of 54 ring gauge, 5.9” (150mm) long and comes in a box of 20 cigars. As all cigars from the OPEN series, this stogie is targeting cigar enthusiasts that enjoy smoking while doing an outdoor activity, be it for golfing, sailing or anything else. It is a great morning cigar as it is mild with yet typical Cuban taste of wood, spices and cream. En savoir plus