Beneath the Band: H. Upmann Number 2

[El Presidente]

 

This series to explore whether a particular cigar is humidor worthy. Cost these days is an issue for many so let's see if we can highlight some absolute standouts.  This should particularly assist those new to the cigar world.  

Today lets look at another cigar most of us here are familiar with. 

Scoring is: 1-3 (Poor)   4-6 (Average to good)   7-10  (very good to excellent)  Use the Poll. 

You are more than free to comment away 

The Partagas Serid D Number 4 had a stellar showing in it's "Beneath the Band"  Can the Upmann Number 2 knock it off it's pedestal? 

Today: H. Upmann Number 2 

[JohnS]

I don't have them that often (and nowadays I certainly may not be alone on that), but I don't remember the last time I had one that I didn't like.

The Will Rogers of Cuban cigars, possibly!

[chasy]

Embarrassed to admit - I’ve never had one ;-(

[TacoSauce]

My experience is from a single box. Most in the box are tightly rolled (see boxplot) and so it took me awhile to try one that had decent airflow. Interestingly, these have zero Upmann character. It is just dark, gritty, burnt leather. This is a flavor profile that only full bodied New World smokers can appreciate.

[Chibearsv]

One of my favorites. Rich and sweet with a barnyard kick on the darker wrappers. Barnyard straw takes center stage on the lighter wrappers. I prefer the dark but really enjoy them however they come. 

[JPark3]

For those who have had them, how strong would you say the flavor is?

[Havanaaddict]

I love the Upmann profile just never searched after them had a few boxes from 02’ &13’ and at today’s prices, I would search out other Upmanns!

[Chas.Alpha]

1 hour ago, chasy said:

Embarrassed to admit - I’ve never had one ;-(

Where are you located?

 

CAH

[Chibearsv]

2 minutes ago, JPark3 said:

For those who have had them, how strong would you say the flavor is?

I’d rate them squarely at medium. 

[Chas.Alpha]

A little over medium for me.

[Smatthews607]

Funny thing- this is what jumped out at me tonight when I went to raid the humidor. Have only a handful left from my first BR purchase. Box has smoked really well- great smooth flavor, perfect construction. Absolutely one of my favorites. 

[SCgarman]

A good cigar, close in profile to the discontinued Upmann PC. At $250/ box they were a fantastic value. At today's $700+, a hard pass for my finances. A far more consistent stick than Monte 2. 

[David8406]

The Upmann #2’s from 2024 are in my top 5. One of those where you smoke one and then immediately place an order for another box. Hard for me to describe the flavor profile but I love the progression. To be at this level at this young of an age…Impressive.

[Ford2112]

Never had one.

[Edicion]

The 2022 I think won the cigar of the year and I couldn't agree more. Flawless, smooth and full of pleasant flavors.

[gormag38]

This was an easy one for me. Probably my favorite stick the past couple of years. It was certainly easier to justify spending the coin on them when they were 300 a box. Regardless I think I've bought two boxes since the price increases. Only stick I can say that of. 

[joeypots]

When they are good they are fantastic. I don't have lots of experience with the  HU#2 but ages ago I had a box that had the heaviest body with nicotine that kicked like a horse. I like Upman more than I used to and have a box resting.

[Li Bai]

One of my favourite CCs, I have a box in my cabinet that could very well be the best one I've ever purchased.

[Lucas Buck]

A truly magnificent cigar. Of the current offerings only the Sir Winston would supercede it. Upmann was once a favorite marca until they cut most of the classic range. The Lonsdales, Super Coronas, Monarcas & #4 were all superb. That being said the #2 is outstanding and I’m glad it’s still being rolled. 

[Cigarsmoker81]

Excellent cigar. One of my regrets is that I didn’t buy more when I had the chance and one of the few cigars that I would buy more of given the new pricing

[Dlowil]

Haven’t had it, sadly…