Optic101 Posted November 11, 2014 Share Posted November 11, 2014 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. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soutso Posted November 11, 2014 Share Posted November 11, 2014 i'm salivating Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradbrennan Posted November 11, 2014 Share Posted November 11, 2014 Dang, Werner, I haven't seen you that excited yet...gotta be high 90's?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geo17pip Posted November 11, 2014 Share Posted November 11, 2014 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!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
topdiesel Posted November 11, 2014 Share Posted November 11, 2014 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. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rye Posted November 11, 2014 Share Posted November 11, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optic101 Posted November 12, 2014 Author Share Posted November 12, 2014 Thanks guys for the kind words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optic101 Posted November 12, 2014 Author Share Posted November 12, 2014 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dimmers Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Nice piece thanks. This stick tends to get mixed reviews, though Ive had good experiences with my box (ERO SEP 09). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Habana Mike Posted November 12, 2014 Share Posted November 12, 2014 Nice review my friend. I've got a few hiding I'll have to revisit soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ToothlessCog Posted March 8, 2015 Share Posted March 8, 2015 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. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optic101 Posted March 9, 2015 Author Share Posted March 9, 2015 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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