H. Upmann · by AJ Fernandez
New WorldExperiencedH. Upmann by AJ Fernandez Robusto
A Nicaraguan H. Upmann blended by AJ Fernandez — an Ecuador Sumatra-wrapped robusto with earthy sweetness, cream and spice at medium-full.
The short answer
The H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez Robusto is a richer, medium-to-full smoke — a Nicaragua robusto with a Ecuador Sumatra wrapper. Expect earth, sweet spice, and cream.
Flavor profile
Earthy · Sweet · Creamy · Spice
The verdict
The H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez Robusto is a richer, medium-to-full smoke from H. Upmann's by AJ Fernandez line. It's a Nicaragua (New World) robusto wrapped in Ecuador Sumatra at 5 in × 52.
On the palate, expect earth, sweet spice, and cream, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 60 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with coffee and bourbon. If you're newer to cigars, work up to this one rather than starting here.
This is the H. Upmann that master blender AJ Fernandez built in Nicaragua for Altadis, a modern take on the storied name. The Robusto, at 5 inches by a 52 ring gauge, wears an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper and carries Fernandez's signature richness.
What it tastes like
Beneath the wrapper sit a Nicaraguan Corojo '99 binder and filler tobaccos from Nicaragua and the Dominican Republic. The blend leans medium-full with an earthy sweetness and a creamy core, plus cedar and a peppery spice that keeps it lively. It's a flavorful, well-built cigar that reflects the AJ Fernandez house style more than the classic mild H. Upmann profile.
Who it's for
Best for experienced smokers and fans of Nicaraguan tobacco who want body, spice, and sweetness in a compact robusto. It pairs well with coffee or bourbon. If you usually smoke mild cigars, ease into this one.
This is the Nicaraguan, non-Cuban H. Upmann, distinct from the Havana line. For Cuba's smoother approach, try the Connoisseur No.1, and see Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars for how the two traditions differ. Rate it and log it in the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez Robusto — frequently asked
- Is the H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez Robusto a good cigar for beginners?
- Ease into it. The fuller body can be a lot for a first-timer, so it's better once you've built up a little tolerance.
- How strong is the H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez Robusto?
- The H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez Robusto is Medium-Full-bodied. Strength is about body and nicotine rather than flavor, so eat something first and take it slow if you're sensitive.
- What does the H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez Robusto taste like?
- Expect earth, sweet spice, and cream, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez Robusto?
- It pairs well with coffee and bourbon. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's medium-full body.
- How long does it take to smoke the H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez Robusto?
- Plan on about 60 minutes for the robusto — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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