Beneath the Band: Partagas Serie P 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 Upmann Number 2 has a stellar result in the poll. Can the Partagas Serie P Number two know it off? 

Today: Partagas Serie P Number 2 

Outside of the poll, which do you prefer and why? Let us know in this thread 

 

[chasy]

I like 'em a lot, but would put them behind E2 and D4. Obviously Lusitania is top of the heap for Partagas. They only suffer because I don’t consider them a great value given the strength of the Partagas marca.

[Lucas Buck]

Instant favorite upon release in 2005. Of the current production Partagas only the magnificent Lusitanias surpasses it for me. Eclipses the Upmann #2 only because they are so damn consistent. The best Upmann is at least equal to the best P2 in my experience. 

[Redgoldband]

I went deep on these last year with high hopes. Had one last fall that was good, sweet tobacco and peanuts; it got me hyped, but others since have fallen flat. I will revisit in November of this year at the two-year mark, hoping to understand what all the fuss is about. I’ve gotten better performance and glimpses of potential from lesser fawned over sticks with considerably less time down. And yet I hold out hope…


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[TacoSauce]

Its a Cuban figurado, too risky. A better choice for large-format Partagas is the E2.

[LaoFan]

As good all around value as reg prod gets IMO. I prefer the E2 flavour profile, but don't grab it as regularly, P2 so consistent.

Lusi is better too but double the price and a longer smoke time so not as flexible.

[loose_axle]

Lusi > E2 > P2 > D4 is how I rate the Partagas line but I do really enjoy these! 

[BrightonCorgi]

~2000 I felt disappointed with Serie P compared to Upmann & Montecristo No. 2. The Partagas has continually got better and better over the years. Really on top of their game now.

The only Piramides I do not like is Dipolmatico. Adore the rest. Have to be picky on the Montecristos though. Will take the rest blind.

[Chibearsv]

Like many CCs, P2 is a solid good cigar but it doesn’t deliver anything exceptional for me. That’s not a bad thing, it just doesn’t warrant a buy from me at today’s prices. I used to bring P2s to the golf course and would happily share them. Now I bring one, for me. 

[Dlowil]

Sadly have not tried this yet. Have heard great things though!

[BG318]

I like them quite a lot. They are a must have for the vitola, and would be in the top four for the marca. They are more obtainable than the Upmann 2 or Dip 2, and probably more consistent than the Monte 2. While on a good day the others can outperform the P2, it's better than just reliable if rarely otherworldly.

[Zonum]

Been interested in trying out P2s. Would one consider this a light- medium cigar? Also is there any spice in the flavor notes?

[Lucas Buck]

4 hours ago, Zonum said:

Been interested in trying out P2s. Would one consider this a light- medium cigar? Also is there any spice in the flavor notes? 

For me they are on the milder side of Partagas. Full flavored, light spice, super complex putting PSD4s to shame. But that’s just me. 

[Capn_Jackson]

I’ve wanted to like these, so many times. Had a handful of good ones, and several that did not perform well. I’d rather spend the coin on D4, Lusi, or even a slew of Party Shorts.

[Zonum]

18 hours ago, Lucas Buck said:

For me they are on the milder side of Partagas. Full flavored, light spice, super complex putting PSD4s to shame. But that’s just me. 

Thank you for the feedback! 

18 hours ago, Capn_Jackson said:

I’ve wanted to like these, so many times. Had a handful of good ones, and several that did not perform well. I’d rather spend the coin on D4, Lusi, or even a slew of Party Shorts.

I understand what you mean. Maybe just a bad batch?

[guideright]

P2 over the Monte 2 - more depth of flavor, a more satisfying experience for me. Monte 2 always leave me going "i don't get it" - Rank in Partagas - Lusi, P2, E2, D4.

[Capn_Jackson]

4 hours ago, Zonum said:

I understand what you mean. Maybe just a bad batch?

That is likely, but I’ve had several from a few different batches. Varying years of age, too. Honestly, the best I had were about a year old, with all the three-year, five-year, and eight-year-old stuff underperforming for me. I hesitate to drop $ on a box of anything that needs to be enjoyed that quickly. However, everyone’s mileage varies.

[Zonum]

52 minutes ago, guideright said:

P2 over the Monte 2 - more depth of flavor, a more satisfying experience for me. Monte 2 always leave me going "i don't get it" - Rank in Partagas - Lusi, P2, E2, D4.

For sure, I get you! 👍🏻

[Zonum]

5 hours ago, Capn_Jackson said:

That is likely, but I’ve had several from a few different batches. Varying years of age, too. Honestly, the best I had were about a year old, with all the three-year, five-year, and eight-year-old stuff underperforming for me. I hesitate to drop $ on a box of anything that needs to be enjoyed that quickly. However, everyone’s mileage varies.

Literally, several different batches, but I get you why you would hesitate to drop some $$. We all work hard for our money. 👍🏻