Cuban Cigar Group is located in Havana, Cuba
Cuban Cigar Group is located in Havana, Cuba
Original price was: $1,250.00.$925.00Current price is: $925.00.
Ring Gauge: 46 | Length: 143 mm | Count: 25 | Shape: Grand Corona | Factory Name: Coronas Gordas
In Cuba, H. Upmann Magnum 46 are generally priced lower than in international markets. Cuban cigars typically range from $8 to $90 USD per cigar, depending on the brand, vitola, and availability. Prestigious names such as Cohiba, Montecristo, and Partagás sit at the higher end. There is no real price advantage to purchasing full boxes, as the per-cigar cost remains the same unless you intend to leave the country with more than 50 cigars, in which case proper documentation is required to avoid confiscation by Cuban authorities.
For online buyers, packaging plays a key role. Boxed H. Upmann Magnum 46 cigars require official documentation and customs review before leaving the country, increasing shipping complexity and cost. That is why H. Upmann Magnum 46 cigars purchased online often cost more than in Cuba, largely due to the required paperwork for shipping. H. Upmann Magnum 46 cigars can also be shipped without boxes while maintaining the same quality, and are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee on delivery, offering a more refined and cost-conscious approach.
Advice: Always request a receipt when purchasing cigars in Cuba “no exceptions”. Without proper documentation, cigars especially boxes will be confiscated by Cuban authorities during inspection on your return flight home.
The most seamless approach is to purchase H. Upmann Magnum 46 directly through us online or at our retail shop in Havana, Cuba. Even if your H. Upmann Magnum 46 cigars were not sourced through us, our team can assist in arranging everything for you while you are in Cuba, ensuring a smooth and discreet experience.
When departing Cuba, airport customs generally allow one box and one bundle without a receipt. While some suggest higher quantities may pass without documentation, a more measured approach is always preferred. Maintaining your receipt is strongly recommended.
For those seeking a more effortless experience, shipping H. Upmann Magnum 46 is often the preferred option—particularly when traveling with larger quantities or without full documentation.
Short answer: No. (Consider purchasing online instead.)
Long answer: Yes… if you understand how the conversation is meant to unfold.
When arriving in the U.S., the question is rarely just about cigars it’s about how you answer. If asked whether you have anything to declare, the reply is simple and measured “No”, especially when the total value stays within that familiar $800 threshold, a number that, like most things, can change over time. 95% of the time you will have no issues.
If the conversation becomes more direct, the details matter. If you are arriving from Cuba, the answer should still be “No”, because any cigars or liquor will be taken away if you say Yes. If you say No and they inspect your bags, worst case they’ll confiscate your cigars and liquor, and give you a verbal warning. Do not attempt to negotiate or explain, just say “I didn’t know” nothing more. The goal at this point is to leave with a verbal warning.
Saying “Yes” will ALWAYS result in losing your cigars and liquor.
If you are arriving from Spain or anywhere outside of Cuba, then you can answer “Yes” and simply say you have cigars or liquor from Spain or wherever your journey last took you. Do not say H. Upmann Magnum 46, just keep it simple and say cigars.
Avoid all of this and buy from us, or have us ship it to you if you already sourced your cigars in Cuba.
It’s not about avoiding the truth it’s about understanding how it’s told. Like a good cigar, timing and delivery are everything. The goal is to arrive home and enjoy your H. Upmann Magnum 46.
The H. Upmann Magnum 46 is one of them. There are some cigars you reach for without thinking. This afternoon, the weather was playing its part—clear skies, a gentle breeze, and that kind of golden light that makes you want to slow down. It reminded me of when I bought this very box in Havana back in February 2020, during the cigar festival.
I had wandered into the Hotel Nacional, a place that breathes history through its marble floors and polished wood. The H. Upmann boxes were stored high on the shelf, and I had to borrow a step stool to reach them. That’s when I spotted it—a November 2018 box, already carrying two years of quiet rest. That kind of patience is a gift in the world of Cuban cigars.
From the first glance, the Magnum 46 shows off its Corona Gorda elegance. The triple cap was neatly applied—slightly wavy but perfectly serviceable. The aroma rising from the wrapper was sweet and faintly barnyard, with a touch of dried hay. On the cold draw, there was a mild resistance, offering early hints of cream and light wood—a prelude to what this cigar does best: subtlety over force.
It measures 5 5/8″ by a 46 ring gauge—the smallest of the Magnum range, a classic Corona Gorda format that wears its elegance lightly.
I favor a soft flame for cigars like this, but the breeze pushed me toward a jet lighter today. The flame touched the foot gently, and soon a ribbon of smoke curled upward—creamy, fragrant, and unmistakably Cuban.
From the first third, the star is cream. Baking spices make a cameo—soft cinnamon, a hint of nutmeg—but the dominant note is that silky, classic H. Upmann creaminess. The draw is excellent, the burn steady, and the smoke output generous.
By the halfway mark, the cream deepens, joined by an almost oily texture on the palate. The spices retreat, leaving a smoother, more rounded profile. For those who love power and pepper, this is not your battleground—this cigar speaks in quiet, confident tones. Fleeting hints of espresso appear on the retrohale, proof that patience is rewarded.
Removing the band is effortless—a sign the humidity in the humidor has been just right. Past that point, the sweetness edges up ever so slightly, like burnt sugar on a custard. The wood remains, the cream persists, and there is still no harshness. Toward the nub, I’m reminded why this cigar is perfect for a late afternoon: it doesn’t demand your attention; it rewards it.
As a benchmark H. Upmann Magnum 46 review note, this cigar has earned respect over time, with strong ratings and a reputation for aging gracefully from intensity to creamy espresso. The H. Upmann Magnum 46 price can be very reasonable for a Cuban, and when you find the H. Upmann Magnum 46 in stock, it’s worth picking up more than one. You’ll often see the H. Upmann Magnum 46 for sale in dress boxes or cabinet selections. The H. Upmann Magnum 46 Tubos offers the same blend with travel-friendly presentation.
Cuban cigars have a way of teaching patience. The Magnum 46 has been teaching it quietly for years—a sleeper size that doesn’t shout, yet lingers in memory. As the last curl of smoke fades into the evening light, I think back to that high shelf in the Hotel Nacional. If I hadn’t climbed for a better look, I might have missed this box entirely. Sometimes, the best treasures are just out of reach—until you take the extra step.
Ring Gauge: 46 | Length: 143 mm | Count: 25 | Shape: Grand Corona | Factory Name: Coronas Gordas
