CaptainQuintero Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Looking around at the general stock levels of the new Upmann half coronas it seems fairly safe to say that these have been a rip-roaring success. I haven't tried them yet but have a 5 pack tin on the way, to be honest I'm quite open to the idea, I would rather have half of a corona than a laguito #3 / joyitas style cigar purely as in the Winter my dog walks are going to be short and fast and thin ring gauges overheat due to the speed of walking etc Anyway, I'm guessing that HSA will be looking at the empty shelves where the Upmann half coronas should be and will be thinking about expanding the vitola, maybe even deleting some cigars so they new ones could replace them? RyJ short corona Ramon Allones short corona Diplomaticos short corona Anyone interested in the expansion of the vitola? If it happens my cigar season may no longer last from April -> July in future years! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cohiba Stevie Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 I think most of us in the northern hemisphere are looking at these as a serious option for the winter, even the humble partagas short is too long for me in this weather! I would like to see the vitola expanded, maybe something from hoyo or bolivar, i think we are barking up thr wrong tree if we think HSA will give RA anything more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ophidion Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 I would love to see all three of those get a half corona. Its a great size and if the hupmann half coronas are any indication of the potential for this vitola, then the three mentioned marcas would do well to follow suit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David67 Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 LOVE the H.Upmann Half Corona! Good little smoke with a 44 rg on it. Yes please make this size in all brands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theholmesmob Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 I recently had the pleasure of experiencing the H Upmann half corona whislt playing a round of golf...throughly enjoyable and have to agree that it works when time is short.... the only thing that niggles is the value for $ proposition and the fact that it is not much longer than a ciggie (although it lasts considerably longer)..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DougB Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 I love the half coronas in boxes but the tins fell very short in terms of quality and flavor that I have found so far. 2 tins down and they are decent, but nowhere near as good as the ones in the full box- sadly...I would love to see the same size from RA and Dip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusguy Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 The vitola has grown on me. I still think they are priced too high compared to Perlas/Minutos but can't blame HSA for trying to make money on a hot item. Would love to see a RA Half Corona or Perla but with the RASCC being around, I think there would be too much overlap. Since they discontinued the Dip 5 not that long ago, I think the chances are essentially NIL that they would resurrect a similar format. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khomeinist Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Not interested in this vitola really but I hope others get their wish. New additions to the general production inventory are always welcome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cohiba Stevie Posted November 15, 2012 Share Posted November 15, 2012 Siglo i anybody? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris7 Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 Siglo i anybody? Yep right here. Got a box recently after my brother suggested them to me. Favourite smoke so far. (Admittedly I am still fresh to the scene and haven't tried all that many different cigars) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bunner Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 i found them pretty harsh rott.... going to rest them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smallclub Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 The vitola has grown on me. I still think they are priced too high compared to Perlas/Minutos but can't blame HSA for trying to make money on a hot item. In Europe the half corona is much cheaper than ANY minutos or perla (between 1€ and 1.50€ less). In France shops are cleaned out as soon as stocks are replenished. Quality of the tobacco/blend is the cause of this success as much as the size. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LLC Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 Siglo i anybody? Love them but they do need at least a bit of age. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lotusguy Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 In Europe the half corona is much cheaper than ANY minutos or perla (between 1€ and 1.50€ less). In France shops are cleaned out as soon as stocks are replenished. Quality of the tobacco/blend is the cause of this success as much as the size. It's different for online stores, including our host Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mk05 Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 Very approachable cigar, being so young. I still enjoy the real short corona, the Hoyo Short Coronas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
canadianbeaver Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 Gone through 2 boxes already... one brought back from Cuba where they were dirt cheap, the other elsewhere and I thought they were still very reasonable for the quantity and quality. Love them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dB69 Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 HU Half Coronas are wonderful little cigars! Well done HSA. (I don't say this too often) I would like to see a re-release of Partagas Half-A-Coronas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bahnofstrasse Posted November 18, 2012 Share Posted November 18, 2012 Great smoke. The Boxes of 25 I have now found hard to come by. The tins of 5 are readily available. They have been very consistent and pack great flavor for a small marca. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainQuintero Posted November 18, 2012 Author Share Posted November 18, 2012 My tins arrived today, the julietas and the half coronas, straight away the half coronas look a lot more appetising, super oily wrappers and great aroma. The julietas look like a happy medium between the cuban minis and a tres petit corona so will be interesting to see how they stack up as they are essentially competing for the same humidor space for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cigarjunkie Posted November 21, 2012 Share Posted November 21, 2012 Love this cigar. Gone through 3 boxes already from different batches. Very consistent and real easy to smoke if you got about half an hour. Can we please have more of these??? Maybe a return of the RA Half Corona, Partagas Half Corona (or Half a Corona) and if God willing, a Regional La Corona Half Corona in a CAB of 50. Ah well, only in my dreamzzzzz....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CanuckSARTech Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 I basically forgot all about these when down in Havana a couple of weeks ago. But, it was somewhat intentional....I was able to pick up Partagas Culebras (full box of 9, 3 separate coffins) for only 4 CUC's more than a little 5-tin of these Half Coronas was going for. While I love the design and look of these tins, and I do want to try these, there were just too many other sweet deals to be had. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maverickdrinker Posted December 7, 2012 Share Posted December 7, 2012 smoked one last night. A good short little smoke. Glad I picked up a box in Havana. Will be adding it to the mule list for 2013... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winelover Posted December 8, 2012 Share Posted December 8, 2012 Just managed or Monte 2 on a long dog walk along with Laphroaig QC is a hipflask. Happy if cold days:) I also think the HC is an ideal size for dog walking as I too find that PCs get too hot when out with the 4 legged friend. I'm sure you wiIl like the half corona and good suggestions re extending the size to other marcas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cohiba Stevie Posted December 8, 2012 Share Posted December 8, 2012 Just managed or Monte 2 on a long dog walk along with Laphroaig QC is a hipflask. Happy if cold days:)I also think the HC is an ideal size for dog walking as I too find that PCs get too hot when out with the 4 legged friend. I'm sure you wiIl like the half corona and good suggestions re extending the size to other marcas. Good on you. I might bundle up tomorrow for a bolivar coronas junior. I have to say though this weather isnt gettin any better here. And its actually worse for you guys across the water from me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REASON Posted December 8, 2012 Share Posted December 8, 2012 I just had a half corona today and was happy with it, good burn smoke and perfect for Edmonton AB weather! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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