H. Upmann Connoisseur 1 (2017/2018) 12DCRC

[Lucass111]

 

 

 

 So a day off work and what better way to start the day with a cigar. After looking at my selection I decided to go with something that would start my day not consume half the morning. I choose the connie 1. I was hesitant to grab a smoke from the xmas sampler because they have only been sitting for less than a week but I said what the hell! The cold Indiana winter has set in so I grabbed a chair and sat in front of the "classy" fireplace out in the garage. I didn't want to be completely useless for half the day so I grabbed a water and layed off the booze. Cant drink all day if you don't start in the morning....not today lol. 

 

Surprisingly when I grabbed the connie 1 it felt like it was in smoking condition. Not to squishy. It did have a crack down the side but nothing to devastating. The cold draw was perfect! Very light nut flavor.

 

The first third was a bit harsh. I'm going to attribute this to not having enough downtime. It wasn't a big turn off but it was concerning. A bit of spiciness as well. After some time the harshness faded and I began to get some cream. Considering the amount of downtime I wasn't to alarmed at the disappointing start.

 

The second third I was pleasantly surprised. The cream really came though and I got a smooth buttery taste. I would say this was my favorite third of the smoke. It had some great flavor and I loved how the flavors shifted to the mild buttery taste.

 

The last third of the smoke it shifted from a mild buttery taste to a more profound nutty flavor. Not very much spice. Once I got to the crack, the burn had a mind of its own. It actually exploded out a bit, but I was prepared for that.

 

Overall it was a nice smoke. I would say it was almost a medium body smoke. I would be interested in trying that same cigar with many years off age on it to see how it differs. Nothing that made my tongue come out and smack my eyebrows but overall a pleasant way to start the day out right. I would rate it an 89. I think more down time and the rating would have been a bit higher............... 12DCRC

 

 

[leafdream54]

Thanks for the honest review!  Given that it's been resting less than a week, it still sounds enjoyable with plenty of potential. 

[Gamehawker]

The H.Upmann Connie #1 is one of my favorites but I have never smoked a young one.  

I have waited until they are at least 3 years of age on them before I even think about smoking one.

[RyviaUSA]

I recently tried this cigar after like 4 months of rest.  I thought it was pretty average and not something I'd seek out, but I'd smoke it if I came across it again.

Very nice detailed review.  

[Lucass111]

I agree it was a decent cigar but I would not go above and beyond to get my hands on a box. Might need a few more to get a true opinion.

[Gamehawker]

The H.Upmann Connie 1 are one of my favorite cigars but I like smoking them with at least 3 years of age on them.

[TBird55]

I have been really enjoying a box from Sep 17, liked them enough to put 4 more boxes away, and to add a box when I first open a box, then one when I get to the end.