Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No 2 replacement

[PackPride]

I’m finally just going to ask the question I’ve been wondering for a year or two now. The Hoyo Epi No. 2 is my all-time favorite regular smoke. I remember getting them from you guys at $10 a stick and the supply was endless. At three times that price, I find it hard to justify and haven’t purchased any in a while. I don’t have any left and I’m looking for something that’s close to that profile and experience. Open to suggestions from Fabrica5 or any non-Cuban manufacturer. 
 

Thank you in advance for helping me find my everyday replacement!

[ElLoboLoco]

I would say try a couple Tatuaje Cabaiguan No. 54 or 52’s and the Trinity Robusto Fab 5 as a start. 

[Khimerah]

If you’re looking for a creamy, light, but still flavorful smoke I’m a huge fan of the Ashton Classic and Cabinet series. They’re probably some of my favorite Connecticut shade cigars and are very well priced for the value you get in them. The flavor profile has a lot of that Connecticut cream, vanilla sweetness, and nuts. 

[bmac]

Check out Avowed Cigars. Specifically The Vow.

[PackPride]

Appreciate the feedback! 

[ImTripN2]

7 hours ago, PackPride said:

I’m finally just going to ask the question I’ve been wondering for a year or two now. The Hoyo Epi No. 2 is my all-time favorite regular smoke. I remember getting them from you guys at $10 a stick and the supply was endless. At three times that price, I find it hard to justify and haven’t purchased any in a while. I don’t have any left and I’m looking for something that’s close to that profile and experience. Open to suggestions from Fabrica5 or any non-Cuban manufacturer. 

I could have written that exact same thing a couple of years ago. I'd suggest trying the Corta Suave from Fab 5, but let them rest for at least 60 days.

Mild, creamy, easy draw, tons of smoke. 

[JDoughty]

41 minutes ago, ImTripN2 said:

I could have written that exact same thing a couple of years ago. I'd suggest trying the Corta Suave from Fab 5, but let them rest for at least 60 days.

Mild, creamy, easy draw, tons of smoke. 

I loved the Corta Suave ROTT. Arguably even more than in 60 days. I'll have to go smoke another from a few months back to compare. But I agree, it's super creamy and decadent. I get buttercream and pastry notes. Delectable dessert cigar. 

[PackPride]

Corta sounds perfect! 

[Goldeneye]

Others have mentioned the MOFOH Robusto Trinity and Corta Sauve and i would agree. The Trinity has been my favorite Fabrica offering but after my first two Corta Suave it is being challenged. I would highly recommend trying them both as a option you're looking for.

[El Niño]

I agree with Robusto Trinity and Corta Suave. 

I would also give the Stoic Courage a try. I get a lot of those soft creamy baking spice and nutty notes with a tiny bit of salt. 

[Ford2112]

Robusto Trinity are great!