H. Upmann Mag 48 EL 2009 Review

[Optic101]

H. Upmann Mag 48 EL 2009, Tuesday, 11 November 2014

Box Code OPM NOV 2009 (PSP)

Time 1:15h

Drink: water

Dark wrapper, a bit rough, nice satin shine.

Draw comfortable, not much flavor at cold.

Didn't plan to do a review as the last few of them have been nice but quite light and I was in for a comfortable smoke.

But it hit me right after lighting.

Right from the start the flavor was medium to full with rich dark chocolate and coffee.

Full heavy thick smoke. Very surprised.

I had 3 out of this box before over the last 8 month or so and even they have been nice but on the light side.

Positive to mention is that every one was a bit better than the last one.

This one is different, a lot different.

Progressing the 1st 3rd adding toasted bread to the richness of chocolate and coffee. Wow.

2nd third mellows down a bit to medium, the chocolate is getting a bit bitter but not unpleasant and some soft pepper is there.

The amount of smoke is down by half.

Last third is gearing up again.

Changing from bitter to sweet chocolate, coffee, bread. Reminds me at one point of tiramisu.

Again rich thick smoke, a lot of smoke.

Closing to the nub, sweet chocolate and some nutty flavor.

Burn was nearly perfect, only one relight which was my fault as I did not pay attention.

Conclusion: For me an excellent example of a Mag 48.

Thanks for reading.

[soutso]

i'm salivating

[bradbrennan]

Dang, Werner, I haven't seen you that excited yet...gotta be high 90's?!

[Geo17pip]

Very nice, thank you for the review. Ive been wondering how these have been comming along. Im going to have to bring one to try this weekend for opening of hunting season. Whooo!!!!

[topdiesel]

Some folks on this site really are not kind to this smoke. I have enjoyed many over the past six months. They are really coming along nicely. Great review.

[Rye]

Great review! I've found the last few I've smoked seemed a bit flat but it's nice to hear there are good ones or they are coming back around.

[Optic101]

Thanks guys for the kind words.

[Optic101]

I've found the last few I've smoked seemed a bit flat but it's nice to hear there are good ones or they are coming back around.

I do hope that is the case and the rest will follow as the first few from this box haven't been as good as this one by miles.

[Dimmers]

Nice piece thanks. This stick tends to get mixed reviews, though Ive had good experiences with my box (ERO SEP 09).

[Habana Mike]

Nice review my friend. I've got a few hiding I'll have to revisit soon.

[ToothlessCog]

Nice review. I had this on my list, took it off but just put it back on! Would be great if anyone else can comment on how they are now since it's been a few months since this review.

[Optic101]

Nice review. I had this on my list, took it off but just put it back on! Would be great if anyone else can comment on how they are now since it's been a few months since this review.

This recent thread may be interesting for you.

http://www.friendsofhabanos.com/forum/index.php?showtopic=121943&hl=upmann