Hoyo de Monterrey · Le Hoyo
CubanEverydayHoyo de Monterrey Le Hoyo de San Juan
The Le Hoyo series goes thick — a 5.9 x 54 Geniales using San Juan y Martínez tobacco, pairing a modern ring gauge with classic Hoyo smoothness.
Released at the 2014 Habanos Festival, Le Hoyo de San Juan brought a heavy ring gauge to a line historically known for slim formats. At 5.9 x 54 it's a Geniales, and it's a nod to the brand's roots — the blend leans on Seco and Ligero leaves from San Juan y Martínez, where Hoyo de Monterrey was founded in 1865.
What it tastes like
Despite the modern girth, it keeps the Le Hoyo signature: light-to-medium, smooth, and aromatic. Expect creamy cedar, coffee, a touch of hay, and gentle floral and spice notes, all delivered cool thanks to the wide ring gauge. It's an easygoing, elegant smoke of about 75 minutes.
Who it's for
A great choice if you like the thicker formats that dominate today but want Cuba's softer, more refined side. It works well for everyday smoking and for newcomers stepping up in ring gauge. The cigar strength guide explains why a big cigar can still smoke mild.
Buy from a reputable source and rest before lighting. Keep tabs on your favorites in your humidor with the Casa DNC app.
Curious how it stacks up? See Cuban vs Nicaraguan cigars.
More cigars like this
Hoyo de Monterrey
MediumHoyo de Monterrey Double Coronas
A pre-revolution classic and one of Cuba's great big cigars — a 7.6 x 49 Prominente delivering over two hours of refined, creamy smoke.
Hoyo de Monterrey
MediumHoyo de Monterrey Epicure Especial
A longer, richer take on the Epicure robusto — a 5.5 x 50 Robusto Extra with heavier cocoa and espresso notes than its smaller siblings.
Hoyo de Monterrey
MediumHoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 1
The slimmer, longer sibling of the famous Epicure No. 2 — a 5.6 x 46 corona gorda with the same creamy, refined Hoyo character.
Hoyo de Monterrey Le Hoyo de San Juan head-to-head
See how Hoyo de Monterrey Le Hoyo de San Juan stacks up against similar cigars — strength, flavor, and ratings.