Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No.2 SLB - 25 cigars

Hoyo de Monterrey 80016

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$649.00

Quick Overview

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.

Hoyo Epicure No.2 SLB - 25 cigars

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Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No.2 SLB - 25 cigars [4.9" x 50]

The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 is one of the best examples of a robusto and probably in the top five of all brands robustos.

  • • Milder than the Cohibas, but it a cut above the Upmanns.
  • • A great Habano from Hoyo de Monterrey that should not be missing from the humidor of the true aficionado.

It is creamy and smooth yet it is robust. The aromas of tobacco are strong but the tastes of cocoa, cinnamon and dried berries make it a complex cigar.

Presentation

Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2– 25 cigars comes in a sliding lid box (SLB) with Habanos Packing Code SLB-UW-GPSR-M-n-25

Dimensions:

Length: 124mm

Diameter: 19.85mm

Ring Gauge: 50

Shape:  Robusto

Appearance:

The Epicure No 2 has a reddish brown wrapper much like cinnamon with a few very light veins. It is smooth to touch and a little oily. It is shiny in the light. It is nice and spongy. 

Smoking Notes:

Before lighting up

Strong aromas of earth are present on the foot. The pre-light draw is easy and smooth with a touch of cinnamon.

Burn/ Draw

The cigar has a nice easy draw from the very beginning, that remains consistent all the way through, and produces clouds of smoke. The burn is even, where the burn gets slower and the flavor smokier. The ash reaches almost 2 inches in length.

Initial third:

The Epicure No. 2 starts with a strong shot of tobacco combined with deep flavors of moist soil and lots of spices. After few puffs on the cigar, the cigar becomes smoother and the flavors settle. The spiciness is gone, being replaced by dried fruits and sweet floral flavors, still trailing the earthy profile of the cigar. The spiciness is gone, being replaced by dried fruits and sweet floral flavors, still trailing the earthy profile of the cigar.

Middle third:

The Epicure No 2 gets sweeter as you smoke through the second third, with flavors of leather, honey and cocoa, and a long creamy finish – definitely its sweet spot!

Final third:

The final third turns to a fuller body with the sweetness of caramelized sugar with hints of tobacco and leather in a creamy context.

In summary, this cigar is full in abundance in a well-constructed, even-burning, good-drawing smoke. It has loads of smoke and plenty of taste.

Smoking time:

45 - 90 Minutes

Additional Information

Brand Hoyo de Monterrey
Box of 25
Length 4.9 inches (124mm)
Ring Gauge 50
Shape Robusto
Strength Light - Medium
Packing Code SLB-UW-GPSR-M-n-25

Recommendations

Reviews

Truely tasty , 12/5/2022
By DRS
This Hoyo has always been a consistent Robusto and should be in anyone's collection along side a Monty #2 and Partagas No. 2 - it holds its own and won't disappoint.
Excellent Cigar , 9/5/2021
By Mario
Been smoking cigars for 30+ years. The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No.2 SLB s THE best Cuban cigar I have ever smoked. Its my go to cigar now. Mild to medum, full of flavour, great draw. Love this cigar. Also great service from Cigar Terminal !
My gotos , 7/9/2021
By Shawn
Perfect cigar. Always consistent. Perfect size and they smoke easily and are mild and tasty.
Good cigar but RJs are way way better , 6/27/2021
By Evgeny
As usual Julian and his team delivered the product in an amazing quality.

Cigar has very smooth taste and its quite light so if you get used to Churchill’s from RJ this might feel too light. The draw is also quite heavy.
Best Robusto out there , 9/24/2020
By Patricia
This is the best Robusto cigar and has been for a long time. My husband Johnny and I smoked these on our honeymoon all day and night by the ocean. Lots of creamy taste with hints of cinnamon mixed with a mild spice. Brings back great memories. What a Great cigar. Thanks Cigar Terminal.
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