Hoyo De Monterrey Epicure Especial Cigar – Single

Released in 2008 at the Habanos Festival, the Hoyo De Monterrey Epicure Especial Cigar expands on the brand’s portfolio with a 5 1/2-inch length and 50-ring gauge format. Originally previewed as a 2004 Edición Limitada, this Cuban cigar features a blend of aged tobacco leaves from the Vuelta Abajo region. Its construction utilizes a triple-seam cap and uniform filler arrangement for consistent combustion.

Primary flavor components include:

• Ground coffee and cocoa powder in the initial third
• Earthy undertones with graham cracker sweetness mid-smoke
• Dark chocolate accents emerging in the final third

The Epicure Especial maintains a medium-bodied strength profile, burning for 50-60 minutes with minimal relights. Its open draw produces voluminous smoke output, while the semi-matte Colorado wrapper leaf contributes to flavor complexity without overwhelming intensity. Hoyo De Monterrey’s signature fermentation techniques ensure balanced acidity throughout the smoking session.

Production specifications include a 5 1/2-inch (140mm) length and 50-ring gauge (19.84mm) format, rolled at the La Corona factory in Havana. The cigar’s cylindrical symmetry and firm packing density reflect Cuba’s traditional tabaquero craftsmanship standards.