Cuban Cigar Group is located in Havana, Cuba
Cuban Cigar Group is located in Havana, Cuba
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Ring Gauge: 50 | Length: 141 mm | Count: 25 | Shape: Robusto Extra | Factory Name: Gordito
Solidly rolled with a flat head and three seam cap. Creamy notes of coffee and hazelnut layer the palate like a café au lait, but a tangy undertone is a zesty foil to sweeter notes of honey, nougat and the hazelnut liqueur finish. Complex and interesting.
A tawny toro with a slightly speckled wrapper. The burn is a bit blistery, and the draw is even, offering a smoke of dried tea and wood that becomes stronger as the cigar progresses, with notes of graham cracker, earth and a touch of acidity.
Beautiful to behold, with a wrapper that’s the rich color of bronze. The full, lush draw imparts a sweet, nutty smoke with underlying notes of earth and oak, and a snap of leather on the finish.
In Cuba, Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial 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 Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial cigars require official documentation and customs review before leaving the country, increasing shipping complexity and cost. That is why Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial cigars purchased online often cost more than in Cuba, largely due to the required paperwork for shipping. Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial 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 Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial directly through us online or at our retail shop in Havana, Cuba. Even if your Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial 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 Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial 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 Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial, 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 Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial.
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Read MoreThe Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial is a grand robusto measuring 141 mm by a 50 ring gauge, wrapped in a fine, silky Colorado wrapper with a supple feel and perfect fill. The cold draw reveals delicate exhalations of precious wood and hazelnut, complemented by a good draw.
The first third begins progressively and steadily, introducing notes of precious wood, red pepper, and subtle hints of milk chocolate. Combustion is excellent throughout.
In the second third, the smoke remains round, comfortable, and almost suave, enriched by creamy milky notes. The strength is ample yet well-controlled.
The final third offers a calm aromatic evolution with dried fruit notes, especially hazelnut, and earthy undertones. Although the flavor profile lacks some complexity, it remains very enjoyable until the last puff.
Elegant and refined, the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial embraces roundness and charm, delivering a polished and satisfying experience, with only a slight touch of linearity.
Ring Gauge: 50 | Length: 141 mm | Count: 25 | Shape: Robusto Extra | Factory Name: Gordito
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Solidly rolled with a flat head and three seam cap. Creamy notes of coffee and hazelnut layer the palate like a café au lait, but a tangy undertone is a zesty foil to sweeter notes of honey, nougat and the hazelnut liqueur finish. Complex and interesting.
A tawny toro with a slightly speckled wrapper. The burn is a bit blistery, and the draw is even, offering a smoke of dried tea and wood that becomes stronger as the cigar progresses, with notes of graham cracker, earth and a touch of acidity.
Beautiful to behold, with a wrapper that's the rich color of bronze. The full, lush draw imparts a sweet, nutty smoke with underlying notes of earth and oak, and a snap of leather on the finish.
Beautiful to behold, with a wrapper that's the rich color of bronze. The full, lush draw imparts a sweet, nutty smoke with underlying notes of earth and oak, and a salty snap of leather on the finish.
Smoking this cigar is like chewing on a luxurious caramel, as its sweetness is profoundly dense and elegant. Notes of coffee bean and chocolate-covered almonds add to its richness.
A toasty, floral smoke that develops a nutty richness and a sweet, candied-ginger finish. There is slight resistance to the draw.
An oaky, cedary cigar with a touch of saltiness and fresh tobacco underpinnings. The cedar notes gain intensity, and resound on the finish
There are green spots and glue stains and the wrapper of this cigar. Initial vegetal notes become warmer with muted hints of cinnamon and spice.
One of Cuba's relatively newer cigars is also one that is smoking beautifully right now. The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial was introduced to the main Cuban cigar portfolio at the Habanos Festival in 2008. The idea was to give the aficionado more, building on the success of the iconic Hoyo Epicure No. 2, a robusto measuring 4 7/8 inches...
Rich and complex impressions of coffee, earth and cocoa powder interweave with graham cracker and nutmeg notes. A delicious, medium-bodied smoke.
Nutty flavors and coffee notes underscore this cigar's leathery and earthy intonations. Balanced and tasty.
The draw on this handsome cigar could be more substantial, but still imparts a toasty, nutty smoke with touches of floral notes and spice.
Attractive to the eye and touch, this solidly rolled cigar has a gleaming wrapper, and three-seam cap. There is a lot of tobacco packed in here and the draw starts out firm, but opens up to show leather, cedar, raisins, black pepper a floral notes.
Attractive to the eye and touch, this solidly rolled cigar has a gleaming wrapper, and three-seam cap. There is a lot of tobacco packed in here and the draw starts out firm, but opens up to show leather, cedar, raisins, black pepper a floral notes.
Very well constructed with an even draw and burn. The core flavors are leather and black cherry, but acidic notes come through intermittently.
Very well constructed with an even draw and burn. The core flavors are leather and black cherry, but acidic notes come through intermittently.
A good looking cigar with a nicely finished cap. It burns and draws well. The smoke is rich and toasty, with leather flavors, tea and black pepper. Medium bodied.
A veiny wrapper covers this toothy cigar. It has a firm draw and uneven burn. The flavors are muddled, with some earth and Graham cracker notes and a tart finish.