JohnS Posted February 22, 2017 Share Posted February 22, 2017 1 minute ago, Hurltim said: I would say if you like the HUPC, you will LOVE the #2. The #2 is a "next level" cigar for me. I can't wait to dip into that '14 box I just had delivered. I was a little bummed I missed the '13's yesterday. Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G920A using Tapatalk It is as you say Tim. The H.Upmann No.2, especially when aged, in my opinion, often delivers that H.Upmann shortbread and toasted tobacco that cigar enthusiasts find highly praiseworthy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
UpInSmoak Posted February 22, 2017 Share Posted February 22, 2017 HUPC is a favorite of mine, but would also add Siglo 2, Monte 4,and PLPC into that mix. Love them all! edit....Connie I is in there too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danimalia Posted February 22, 2017 Share Posted February 22, 2017 I'll throw in some more love for Upmann #2, which I find to be an exemplary smoke. Great aroma and flavor. Of course, it is about a hundred bucks more per box than the PCs, so it's hard to call it a fair replacement. I've only had a couple of Majestics, but I liked them quite a bit, and it's hard to find a better value. I'd suggest giving them a try. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
earthson Posted February 23, 2017 Share Posted February 23, 2017 RyJPC are fantastic, but require some aging before they hit my sweet spot, just like the HUPC. There is no replacement for the HUPC in my book. The Connie #1 is close, but I really prefer the Mareva vitola as it has a certain richness the Connie doesn't. Now if they were replacing the PC with a Corona or lancero/cervantes/dalia, all is forgiven. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSXCIGAR Posted February 23, 2017 Share Posted February 23, 2017 6 hours ago, earthson said: RyJPC are fantastic, but require some aging before they hit my sweet spot, just like the HUPC. Funny, what I like about the HUPC is how great they are ROTT. Recent HUPC really didn't seem to show an improvement for me after 2 years. I've felt for a while that if I am going to set down some HUPC it's going to be for a long time, like 5+ years. The Mag 46, OTOH, really shows improvement for many after only 2 years. And I think that almost every HU has great long-term potential. I haven't actually had a Majestic in a year or so, and I think I may be revisiting these as I'm coming off quite a few HUPCs. The last Majestics I had were very good. I actually do think that they may be a fairly good alternative for the PC. But for the most part, I do concur that the HUPC is hard to replace. It's a medium-full, rich but smooth PC that's great ROTT. I don't think any other Mareva can be described that way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Notsocleaver Posted February 23, 2017 Share Posted February 23, 2017 On 2/22/2017 at 6:41 AM, Danimalia said: I'll throw in some more love for Upmann #2, which I find to be an exemplary smoke. Great aroma and flavor. Of course, it is about a hundred bucks more per box than the PCs, so it's hard to call it a fair replacement. I've only had a couple of Majestics, but I liked them quite a bit, and it's hard to find a better value. I'd suggest giving them a try. If you go by cost per gram of tobacco, the Upmann #2 and PC are pretty comparable, with the #2 probably being cheaper now, so assuming you have the time to finish one, the #2 might be the best replacement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Fugu Posted February 23, 2017 Popular Post Share Posted February 23, 2017 Price-wise and in terms of the smoking experience, the No. 2 is no real replacement for the PC, though they may share some sensory similarities. In the similar size range, as others have suggested, try the Majestics and avoid the Regalias. Of the tubed ones, don't miss out on the Coronas Minor. In my humble opinion the better one of the range. Can't help but prefer them over the Major, though they may be based on the same blend. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hurltim Posted February 23, 2017 Share Posted February 23, 2017 @JohnS how old do you like your #2's? Now you have me thinking... lol!Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G920A using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnS Posted February 24, 2017 Share Posted February 24, 2017 22 hours ago, Hurltim said: @JohnS how old do you like your #2's? Now you have me thinking... lol! My initial thoughts were, "I'm excited I have 4 sticks in my home inventory", but it's actually 6 after I checked this morning. LUB May 14. The last one I had would have been a few months ago, but I have been thinking of having one this last month. I know the ones that I've had have been consistent and have offered a quality 'H.Upmannesque' (i.e Upmann flavours such as coffee, shortbread and smooth toasted tobacco) smoking experience. I have a LUB Oct 14 box resting in my OLH too. Ha, now you have me thinking that I need to acquire another box, but alas, I offer a legitimate excuse (as to why I haven't) because I've been chasing some H.Upmann Petit Corona before they disappear! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jbhunter223 Posted May 8, 2017 Share Posted May 8, 2017 Stumbled across this thread, what about the Noellas jars? Defiantly more expensive but similar size. Anyone that's had both have any thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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