Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No.2 5.0" 50ga Cigar

The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 is a classic Cuban cigar renowned for its smooth, aromatic character and balanced medium-bodied profile. Its robusto format provides a satisfying combination of generous smoke production and manageable smoking time. The Epicure No. 2 is characterised by a creamy, aromatic and naturally sweet Cuban tobacco profile, with flavours becoming progressively richer throughout the smoke.

Length: 5.0 in / 124 mm

Ring gauge: 50

Smoking time: Approximately 50–70 minutes

Excellent pairings include:

• Aged rum
• Cognac
• Single-malt Scotch
• Espresso
• Strong black coffee
• Dark chocolate
• Roasted nuts
• Mature hard cheeses

An aged rum is particularly complementary, bringing out the cigar's natural sweetness and roasted tobacco character.

The Epicure No. 2 can develop considerably with proper aging and humidification.

2–5 years: smoother smoke, softer pepper and increased sweetness
5–10 years: deeper cedar, coffee and mature tobacco
10+ years: potentially very refined, complex and silky when well stored