Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial

The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial cigar embodies elegant lightness in the generous Gordito format. Measuring 141 mm in length with a ring gauge of 50 (Vitola de galera: Gorditos), it delivers creamy smoke, zesty freshness and a delicately sweet spiciness from the very first puff – typical of Hoyo, but with added depth. Following its acclaimed debut as an Edición Limitada in 2004, the Epicure Especial was added to the regular range in 2008. Mild to medium in strength, it impresses with its balance rather than sharpness, making it an ideal choice for both beginners and connoisseurs who appreciate a clearly aromatic, refined Cuban profile.

Great elegance in the Gordito format

The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial cigar combines a comfortable grip with rapid flavour development. The format delivers a generous smoke volume with an exemplary draw and fits perfectly into everyday life – as well as serving as a festive highlight. The tobaccos are sourced from the Vuelta Abajo; the brand is renowned for its delicate, aromatic style. The result is a relaxed yet nuanced smoking experience with a high degree of recognisability.

141 × 50 – a smoking experience with plenty in reserve

At 5½″ in length, the Epicure Especial offers approximately 50–60 minutes of enjoyment, depending on the pace of smoking – enough time for the flavours to develop in layers. It is available in slide-lid boxes of 10 or 25 cigars, as well as a tubo version in packs of three (often sold as a 5×3 display = 15 tubos). This makes the cigar versatile: as a gift, for travelling or for storage in a humidor.

Flavours: creamy, cedar-like, delicately sweet

The smoke reveals notes of cedar, cream and honey, complemented by coffee, cocoa and subtle hints of spice. Tasting notes also describe nuances of graham cracker and earth – complex, yet never heavy. It is precisely this combination of finesse and clarity that makes the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial cigar one of Cuba’s most popular ‘Gross-Robustos’.

Tasting Report

Cigar exterior: Colorado brown , silky, slightly oily, clean, even
Cigar interior: Long-filler , hand-rolled, precise, consistent, easy todraw
Smoke: Creamy , slight sweetness, medium to high volume.
Flavour: Cedar , cream, honey, coffee, cocoa, spice.
Burn: Even burn, firm ash, rarely needs trimming.