Hoyo de Monterrey · Epicure
CubanEverydayHoyo de Monterrey Epicure de Luxe
A short, thick La Casa del Habano exclusive — a 4.5 x 52 petit robusto delivering the creamy Hoyo profile in a quick, mellow smoke.
The short answer
The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure de Luxe is approachable and beginner-friendly — a Cuban petit robusto with a Cuban wrapper. Expect cedar, cream, and nuts.
The verdict
The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure de Luxe is approachable and beginner-friendly from Hoyo de Monterrey's Epicure line. It's a Cuban petit robusto wrapped in Cuban at 4.5 in × 52.
On the palate, expect cedar, cream, and nuts, leaning earthy. Plan on roughly 50 minutes from light to nub.
It pairs naturally with coffee, aged rum, and tea. If you're newer to cigars, this is a safe, enjoyable pick.
The Epicure de Luxe is a stubby, wide petit robusto (4.5 x 52) released internationally in 2012 as a La Casa del Habano exclusive. It packs the Epicure line's smooth, creamy character into a short format — ideal when you want genuine Hoyo flavor but don't have an hour to give it.
What it tastes like
This is one of the milder, gentler cigars in the range. Expect creamy cedar, a nutty sweetness, light coffee, and soft floral and honeyed notes. The wide ring gauge keeps it cool and easy-drawing despite the short length, and it stays mellow and refined from light to finish over about 30 to 40 minutes.
Who it's for
A perfect short smoke for beginners and anyone wanting a relaxed coffee-break cigar. Because it's gentle, it's also a friendly introduction to Cuban tobacco. If you want a slightly longer Hoyo, try the Epicure No. 2, and the cigar strength guide shows where mild-medium Cubans land.
As an LCDH exclusive it's worth buying from a reputable source. Keep notes on the ones you enjoy in the Casa DNC app.
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Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure de Luxe — frequently asked
- Is the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure de Luxe a good cigar for beginners?
- Yes — it sits on the gentle side of medium, which makes it a comfortable, low-risk choice for newer smokers.
- How strong is the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure de Luxe?
- The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure de Luxe is Mild-Medium-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 Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure de Luxe taste like?
- Expect cedar, cream, and nuts, leaning earthy. Tasting notes are a guide — your palate may pick up more or less.
- What pairs well with the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure de Luxe?
- It pairs well with coffee, aged rum, and tea. As a rule, match the drink's intensity to the cigar's mild-medium body.
- How long does it take to smoke the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure de Luxe?
- Plan on about 50 minutes for the petit robusto — longer if you smoke slowly, which keeps it cool and tasting its best.
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