H Upmann Cigars

ramblinjoey from Smithtown, New York reviewed the H UPMANN AGED MADURO RESERVE LONSDALE MADURO

When I smoke my cigars, I get very reflective about things in my life, past and present. It's a great relaxation moment for me, and is very self-satisfying.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Aroma, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Cons: Occasional Hard Draw
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

H. Upmann is perhaps the most renowned name in cigars, the standard by which cigars have been measured for decades. When a manufacturer with this reputation to uphold enters a new product into his line, he must be sure, very sure. With so much riding on the reputation of the brand, he cannot afford a mediocre effort. Enter H. Upmann Maduro Plus.

Utilizing Connecticut Broadleaf, the rarest selection of Maduro, hard to find, hard to handle without injuring the leaf, but yielding the sweetest, most delicious Maduro smoke imaginable, H. Upmann maintains its stature and sets the world standard for Maduro. Nothing less than the Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro would suffice for H. Upmann. As any cigar maker would attest, however, as good as the wrapper is, there is more to the success of the cigar. If the result is to meet the expectation, the long filler blend must be a taste match and of equally great quality. Suffice it to say, the H. Upmann Maduro Plus preserves the reputation.

Artesiaguy from Artesia, NM reviewed the H UPMANN AGED MADURO RESERVE LONSDALE MADURO

These were a great value at[$]box when first introduced. With the price increase, it is a less attractive buy.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Great Flavor, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Special Occasion Smoker

H. Upmann is perhaps the most renowned name in cigars, the standard by which cigars have been measured for decades. When a manufacturer with this reputation to uphold enters a new product into his line, he must be sure, very sure. With so much riding on the reputation of the brand, he cannot afford a mediocre effort. Enter H. Upmann Maduro Plus.

Utilizing Connecticut Broadleaf, the rarest selection of Maduro, hard to find, hard to handle without injuring the leaf, but yielding the sweetest, most delicious Maduro smoke imaginable, H. Upmann maintains its stature and sets the world standard for Maduro. Nothing less than the Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro would suffice for H. Upmann. As any cigar maker would attest, however, as good as the wrapper is, there is more to the success of the cigar. If the result is to meet the expectation, the long filler blend must be a taste match and of equally great quality. Suffice it to say, the H. Upmann Maduro Plus preserves the reputation.

Big Bender from Branson West, Missouri reviewed the H UPMANN AGED MADURO RESERVE LONSDALE MADURO

For me, this H Upmann Lonsdale Maduro is part of my Big Three of cigars, along with Ashton Maduro and Macanudo Maduro. The H Upmann Maduro tastes great and is a smooth smoking machine. It is time for me to buy another box. If you are a maduro cigar smoker, you just don't get any better than this.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Good Draw, Great Flavor, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Cigar Aficionado

H. Upmann is perhaps the most renowned name in cigars, the standard by which cigars have been measured for decades. When a manufacturer with this reputation to uphold enters a new product into his line, he must be sure, very sure. With so much riding on the reputation of the brand, he cannot afford a mediocre effort. Enter H. Upmann Maduro Plus.

Utilizing Connecticut Broadleaf, the rarest selection of Maduro, hard to find, hard to handle without injuring the leaf, but yielding the sweetest, most delicious Maduro smoke imaginable, H. Upmann maintains its stature and sets the world standard for Maduro. Nothing less than the Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro would suffice for H. Upmann. As any cigar maker would attest, however, as good as the wrapper is, there is more to the success of the cigar. If the result is to meet the expectation, the long filler blend must be a taste match and of equally great quality. Suffice it to say, the H. Upmann Maduro Plus preserves the reputation.

T-man from Tacoma, WA. reviewed the H UPMANN VINTAGE ROBUSTO CAMEROON

Great as an every day smoke as well as a special occasion smoke. I have given more than a few away and all have thoroughly enjoyed them and wanted to know where to get them. A wonderful, flavored cigar without being too over powering...great for the begining enthusiast.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Good Draw, Great Flavor, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Events, Everyday, Gifts, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

H.Upmann is perhaps the most renowned name in cigars, the standard by which cigars have been measured for decades.

The Cameroon is the rarest of rare in wrapper tobacco. The small quantities of this leaf coming from a tiny African country make it the most sought-after in the world. The Cameroon is the perfect complement to Upmann’s inspired blend of Dominican Piloto, Nicaraguan and Peruvian long-fillers with spectacular results.

Waazuu Warrior from Oakland, CA reviewed the H UPMANN VINTAGE BELICOSO CAMEROON

I give them to Gurkha fans to keep them queit.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

H.Upmann is perhaps the most renowned name in cigars, the standard by which cigars have been measured for decades.

The Cameroon is the rarest of rare in wrapper tobacco. The small quantities of this leaf coming from a tiny African country make it the most sought-after in the world. The Cameroon is the perfect complement to Upmann’s inspired blend of Dominican Piloto, Nicaraguan and Peruvian long-fillers with spectacular results.

"Ted" from Fond du Lac, WI reviewed the H UPMANN CEDAR AGED CHURCHILL CAMEROON

Great Flavor & Even burning

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Events, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself: Special Occasion Smoker

For decades since departing Cuba for the Dominican Republic, Upmann has been the cigar that sets the standard for Dominicans.

Now, taking advantage of the availability of a quantity of some outstandingly aged four year old African Cameroon wrapper, Upmann cigars ascend to the next level. The Cameroon provides the perfect complement to Upmann’s inspired blend of Dominican Piloto and Nicaraguan and Peruvian long fillers. The combination is spectacular.

To preserve and protect the taste of the Cameroon wrapper, Altadis spares no expense as they lovingly wrap each cigar in a cedar sheath. Each Upmann, nestled in a protective sleeve of cedar, continues its slow aging process. As a way of enhancing the process even more, Altadis goes the extra mile of inserting an additional cedar lining between the layers of cigars. When you taste the cedar aged Upmann Cameroon, you would swear you are smoking its Cuban namesake.

namvet from selden ny reviewed the H UPMANN CEDAR AGED CHURCHILL CAMEROON

When you get them they are too dry

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Great Flavor Cons: Wrapper Imperfections
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

For decades since departing Cuba for the Dominican Republic, Upmann has been the cigar that sets the standard for Dominicans.

Now, taking advantage of the availability of a quantity of some outstandingly aged four year old African Cameroon wrapper, Upmann cigars ascend to the next level. The Cameroon provides the perfect complement to Upmann’s inspired blend of Dominican Piloto and Nicaraguan and Peruvian long fillers. The combination is spectacular.

To preserve and protect the taste of the Cameroon wrapper, Altadis spares no expense as they lovingly wrap each cigar in a cedar sheath. Each Upmann, nestled in a protective sleeve of cedar, continues its slow aging process. As a way of enhancing the process even more, Altadis goes the extra mile of inserting an additional cedar lining between the layers of cigars. When you taste the cedar aged Upmann Cameroon, you would swear you are smoking its Cuban namesake.

Jimbolitis from Simi Valley, Ca. reviewed the H UPMANN CEDAR AGED CHURCHILL CAMEROON

What can you say about H Upmann? They make excellent cigars that wont disapoint. And Thomson had a very good price on these. My go to cigars are H Upmann and Punch. You get what you pay for. And these are one of my favorites without too high of a cost. AAAAA's to Thompson. Jim.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Events, Gifts, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself: Cigar Aficionado

For decades since departing Cuba for the Dominican Republic, Upmann has been the cigar that sets the standard for Dominicans.

Now, taking advantage of the availability of a quantity of some outstandingly aged four year old African Cameroon wrapper, Upmann cigars ascend to the next level. The Cameroon provides the perfect complement to Upmann’s inspired blend of Dominican Piloto and Nicaraguan and Peruvian long fillers. The combination is spectacular.

To preserve and protect the taste of the Cameroon wrapper, Altadis spares no expense as they lovingly wrap each cigar in a cedar sheath. Each Upmann, nestled in a protective sleeve of cedar, continues its slow aging process. As a way of enhancing the process even more, Altadis goes the extra mile of inserting an additional cedar lining between the layers of cigars. When you taste the cedar aged Upmann Cameroon, you would swear you are smoking its Cuban namesake.

The Hump from Pittsburgh Pa. reviewed the H UPMANN CEDAR AGED CHURCHILL CAMEROON

This was perfect for my Nephews batchler party.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Events
Describe Yourself: Special Occasion Smoker

For decades since departing Cuba for the Dominican Republic, Upmann has been the cigar that sets the standard for Dominicans.

Now, taking advantage of the availability of a quantity of some outstandingly aged four year old African Cameroon wrapper, Upmann cigars ascend to the next level. The Cameroon provides the perfect complement to Upmann’s inspired blend of Dominican Piloto and Nicaraguan and Peruvian long fillers. The combination is spectacular.

To preserve and protect the taste of the Cameroon wrapper, Altadis spares no expense as they lovingly wrap each cigar in a cedar sheath. Each Upmann, nestled in a protective sleeve of cedar, continues its slow aging process. As a way of enhancing the process even more, Altadis goes the extra mile of inserting an additional cedar lining between the layers of cigars. When you taste the cedar aged Upmann Cameroon, you would swear you are smoking its Cuban namesake.

imagesbyjudd from Richmond VA reviewed the H UPMANN CEDAR AGED CHURCHILL CAMEROON

A cigar is an end of the day sit on the front porch relaxing activity. The H Upmann vintage Cameroon is becomming one of my favorites. For me in the lonsdale, it's the right size and length, along with the great taste, (not overpowering) I have found them very consistent in taste and apperance. They will be one of the mainstays of my humidor.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

For decades since departing Cuba for the Dominican Republic, Upmann has been the cigar that sets the standard for Dominicans.

Now, taking advantage of the availability of a quantity of some outstandingly aged four year old African Cameroon wrapper, Upmann cigars ascend to the next level. The Cameroon provides the perfect complement to Upmann’s inspired blend of Dominican Piloto and Nicaraguan and Peruvian long fillers. The combination is spectacular.

To preserve and protect the taste of the Cameroon wrapper, Altadis spares no expense as they lovingly wrap each cigar in a cedar sheath. Each Upmann, nestled in a protective sleeve of cedar, continues its slow aging process. As a way of enhancing the process even more, Altadis goes the extra mile of inserting an additional cedar lining between the layers of cigars. When you taste the cedar aged Upmann Cameroon, you would swear you are smoking its Cuban namesake.

No Show Jones from Chattanooga, TN reviewed the H UPMANN CEDAR AGED CHURCHILL CAMEROON

Great taste. Could smoke these everyday.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Events, Everyday, Gifts, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

For decades since departing Cuba for the Dominican Republic, Upmann has been the cigar that sets the standard for Dominicans.

Now, taking advantage of the availability of a quantity of some outstandingly aged four year old African Cameroon wrapper, Upmann cigars ascend to the next level. The Cameroon provides the perfect complement to Upmann’s inspired blend of Dominican Piloto and Nicaraguan and Peruvian long fillers. The combination is spectacular.

To preserve and protect the taste of the Cameroon wrapper, Altadis spares no expense as they lovingly wrap each cigar in a cedar sheath. Each Upmann, nestled in a protective sleeve of cedar, continues its slow aging process. As a way of enhancing the process even more, Altadis goes the extra mile of inserting an additional cedar lining between the layers of cigars. When you taste the cedar aged Upmann Cameroon, you would swear you are smoking its Cuban namesake.

Cranky Chris from State College, Pa reviewed the H UPMANN CEDAR AGED CHURCHILL CAMEROON

After trying new cigars I always end up coming back to this one. The flavor is gentle and consistent. Very easy to smoke. I always make sure I have one of these in the humidor just in case.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Everyday, Gifts
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

For decades since departing Cuba for the Dominican Republic, Upmann has been the cigar that sets the standard for Dominicans.

Now, taking advantage of the availability of a quantity of some outstandingly aged four year old African Cameroon wrapper, Upmann cigars ascend to the next level. The Cameroon provides the perfect complement to Upmann’s inspired blend of Dominican Piloto and Nicaraguan and Peruvian long fillers. The combination is spectacular.

To preserve and protect the taste of the Cameroon wrapper, Altadis spares no expense as they lovingly wrap each cigar in a cedar sheath. Each Upmann, nestled in a protective sleeve of cedar, continues its slow aging process. As a way of enhancing the process even more, Altadis goes the extra mile of inserting an additional cedar lining between the layers of cigars. When you taste the cedar aged Upmann Cameroon, you would swear you are smoking its Cuban namesake.

Tony from Toms River, NJ reviewed the H UPMANN VINTAGE PETITE CORONA CAMEROON

Nice smoke. Great as gifts or a treat for yourself.Nice presentation and doesn't disappoint.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Events, Everyday, Gifts, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado

H.Upmann is perhaps the most renowned name in cigars, the standard by which cigars have been measured for decades.

The Cameroon is the rarest of rare in wrapper tobacco. The small quantities of this leaf coming from a tiny African country make it the most sought-after in the world. The Cameroon is the perfect complement to Upmann’s inspired blend of Dominican Piloto, Nicaraguan and Peruvian long-fillers with spectacular results.

HL from MI reviewed the H UPMANN CEDAR AGED ROBUSTO CAMEROON

outdoors

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Cigar Aficionado

For decades since departing Cuba for the Dominican Republic, Upmann has been the cigar that sets the standard for Dominicans.

Now, taking advantage of the availability of a quantity of some outstandingly aged four year old African Cameroon wrapper, Upmann cigars ascend to the next level. The Cameroon provides the perfect complement to Upmann’s inspired blend of Dominican Piloto and Nicaraguan and Peruvian long fillers. The combination is spectacular.

To preserve and protect the taste of the Cameroon wrapper, Altadis spares no expense as they lovingly wrap each cigar in a cedar sheath. Each Upmann, nestled in a protective sleeve of cedar, continues its slow aging process. As a way of enhancing the process even more, Altadis goes the extra mile of inserting an additional cedar lining between the layers of cigars. When you taste the cedar aged Upmann Cameroon, you would swear you are smoking its Cuban namesake.

johnlugo from atlanta ga reviewed the H UPMANN CEDAR AGED ROBUSTO CAMEROON

wow

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Undamaged Wrapper, Well Constructed
Best Uses: Everyday, Gifts
Describe Yourself: Cigar Aficionado

For decades since departing Cuba for the Dominican Republic, Upmann has been the cigar that sets the standard for Dominicans.

Now, taking advantage of the availability of a quantity of some outstandingly aged four year old African Cameroon wrapper, Upmann cigars ascend to the next level. The Cameroon provides the perfect complement to Upmann’s inspired blend of Dominican Piloto and Nicaraguan and Peruvian long fillers. The combination is spectacular.

To preserve and protect the taste of the Cameroon wrapper, Altadis spares no expense as they lovingly wrap each cigar in a cedar sheath. Each Upmann, nestled in a protective sleeve of cedar, continues its slow aging process. As a way of enhancing the process even more, Altadis goes the extra mile of inserting an additional cedar lining between the layers of cigars. When you taste the cedar aged Upmann Cameroon, you would swear you are smoking its Cuban namesake.

Frankie from Orange County Ca reviewed the H UPMANN CEDAR AGED ROBUSTO CAMEROON

Great everyday cigar, hard to beat the flavor and aroma. Haven't found anything better for the money.

Bottomline: Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Rating:

Pros: Consistent Flavor, Easy To Light, Good Draw, Great Flavor, Well Constructed
Cons: Re-stocking issues
Best Uses: Everyday
Describe Yourself: Aspiring Aficionado, Smoking for 40 years

For decades since departing Cuba for the Dominican Republic, Upmann has been the cigar that sets the standard for Dominicans.

Now, taking advantage of the availability of a quantity of some outstandingly aged four year old African Cameroon wrapper, Upmann cigars ascend to the next level. The Cameroon provides the perfect complement to Upmann’s inspired blend of Dominican Piloto and Nicaraguan and Peruvian long fillers. The combination is spectacular.

To preserve and protect the taste of the Cameroon wrapper, Altadis spares no expense as they lovingly wrap each cigar in a cedar sheath. Each Upmann, nestled in a protective sleeve of cedar, continues its slow aging process. As a way of enhancing the process even more, Altadis goes the extra mile of inserting an additional cedar lining between the layers of cigars. When you taste the cedar aged Upmann Cameroon, you would swear you are smoking its Cuban namesake.

I'm sure everyone out there has used the phrase "close but no cigar" at some point. But how many out there know how the expression originated?

Well, as the resident cigar blogger here at Thompson Cigar, that's one of those questions I'm happy to be able to answer.

"Close but no cigar" gets its name from the days when the games at fairs were for adults and cigars were often the prize.  If you knocked down all the weighted milk bottles with the lighter-than-normal ball, you'd win yourself a cigar. If you were like most people and fell short of that mark, well, you were close but you didn't with the prize.

Anyone who can read that and say that we have it way better now than they did back then is sentenced to a day at any county fair with a group of small children who now spend their parents money playing similar games to try and win less valuable stuffed animals that will soon be lying forgotten in a closet. The prizes today stink by comparison. Give me a Padron cigar or an H Upmann any day. Or, really, anything close to those cigars.

One of the classic pairings for premium cigars is an after-dinner glass of Port. A quality tawny port is a silky-smooth and sweet red wine that coats the tongue and lingers on the palate, and is meant to be savored rather than gulped, much like a good cigar is a lingering experience rather than a race to the final puff.

This is a pairing I mostly enjoy when I'm out, like when we're at a steakhouse and everyone else wants a bottle. It's a little sweet for me, so I look for a cigar that goes well with that sensation and has some spice to blend with the wine's sweetness.

A Padron 1964 Anniversario is a classic companion, and the one I complement Port with most regularly. You should know by now that I like the Maduro wrappers, so it's not a shock that I'd turn to something with that level of flavor here.

H Upmann cigars and Cohiba cigars are also great options, particularly if I didn't bring any cigars of my own and want to try something different.  The steakhouses I frequent usually has those in stock, and they never disappoint.

Regardless of the cigar, there aren't many better ways of finishing a heavy meal than with the cigar-Port combo. It makes a better dessert than whatever chocolate cake or apple pie they put on the menu as an afterthought.

Cigar ashtrays may be the most underrated of the cigar accessories. They aren't as cool or portable as cigar cutters or cigar lighters, and they won't keep your cigars fresh like humidors will. But somehow, I always find myself searching in vain for these when I have guests over.

I think that's because when I first started smoking cigars, I didn't think much about ashtrays. Generally, I used a plastic cup half-filled with stale beer to do the trick at the end of the night, because that's just the kind of classy guy I was. And don't snicker -- I'm betting you've done that yourself once upon a time.

Then I reached an age where I realized that just looked silly. You get out of college and grad school, you start having to wear ties at work, and the plastic cup starts to look ridiculous. And then you start playing catch-up to try and get enough cigar ashtrays to not look unsophisticated when company comes over, and odds are that you just start picking up random ones that don't do the job well or break too easily.

One quick way of making up the gap: One of the cigars plus ashtray combos for sale at Thompson Cigar.  There are a lot of options, but if your cigar preferences are like mine you can't go wrong with the H Upmann Magnum with Ashtray combo. It's five excellent cigars plus a stylish ashtray, so you get both the smokes and something practical for you and your guests to put them out in. Because really, aren't we all too old to go back to that plastic cup thing?

If you've been following this blog for any length of time, you've probably noticed that I'm a sucker for good cigar samplers. I love getting a few examples of a variety of premium cigars, rather than investing in a single box from a single manufacturer. It gives me more options to choose from in my humidor, and there's nothing I like more than a well-stocked variety of smokes.

Here's one that I somehow missed until I saw it in the "Hot Buys" section -- the 12 Cigar Selection Sampler. It's one of those things that seems like it was made for me, with some of the best Dominican cigars available in three legendary brand names.

Each of these boxes comes with four H Upmann cigars, four Montecristo cigars, and four Romeo y Julieta cigars. All three were originally made famous in Cuba (and still compete there with different cigars sold under the same name in Havana), but since having left the island have maintained their fierce reputation for superior cigars.

When I got my first one of these, they didn't last very long in the cigar humidor. Both individually and collectively, these are hard cigars to resist.