Montecristo Open Eagle is the bold, big-ring flagship of the brand's approachable Open line. This mild to medium 5.9" x 54 Geniales delivers creamy cedar, roasted coffee, and a nutty cashew sweetness. Reach for it when you want a relaxed, easygoing Cuban with classic Montecristo character. Learn more →
Montecristo is one of Cuba's most storied marcas — every cigar hand-rolled in Havana from sun-grown Vuelta Abajo leaf, aged and crafted by master torcedores under the official Habanos S.A. seal.
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Every Montecristo Open Eagle is guaranteed 100% authentic, sourced directly from Habanos S.A. with the official seal and full traceability from Vuelta Abajo to your door.
The Montecristo Open Eagle belongs to the Open line that Habanos launched in 2009, a family conceived to welcome newer smokers into the world of Cuban tobacco without sacrificing the pedigree of the Montecristo name. Presented in the generous Geniales vitola at 5.9 inches with a thick 54 ring gauge, the Eagle is the muscular, big-bodied member of the range. It carries the same Vuelta Abajo heritage that has defined Montecristo for decades, yet wears it in a softer, more accessible register that rewards an unhurried hour of smoking.
The opening third is gentle and creamy, leading with smooth cedar and a light floral sweetness that sets an easy tone. Through the middle the cigar fills out toward medium body, where toasted cashew and a soft nuttiness mingle with gathering notes of coffee. The final third brings a touch more depth, with roasted coffee deepening alongside a whisper of cinnamon and warm wood that lingers pleasantly on a clean, sweet finish.
Keep your Open Eagle in a well seasoned humidor held around 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and roughly 64 to 68 degrees Fahrenheit. Although the blend smokes beautifully young thanks to its approachable character, a year or two of patient rest tends to round the cedar and marry the creamy and nutty tones into a smoother whole. Rotate your boxes occasionally and check your hygrometer so the wrapper stays supple and the draw stays effortless.
This is an ideal choice for anyone stepping up from milder smokes or simply craving a laid back Cuban that does not demand full attention. Seasoned aficionados will appreciate it as a daytime or morning cigar, while newcomers will find its mild to medium strength forgiving and inviting. The wide 54 ring and hour long burn make it a comfortable companion for a leisurely coffee break or an easy afternoon on the terrace.
How strong is the Montecristo Open Eagle?
It sits in the mild to medium range, making it one of the more approachable Cuban cigars while still offering genuine Montecristo flavor.
What size is the Open Eagle?
It is a Geniales vitola measuring 5.9 inches in length with a 54 ring gauge, presented in boxes of 20.
What does the Montecristo Open Eagle taste like?
Expect creamy cedar, toasted cashew, and roasted coffee, with a gentle floral sweetness up front and a touch of cinnamon and warm wood on the finish.
Browse all Montecristo cigars, see our Montecristo price guide, or try the Montecristo No.2 and Montecristo Double Corona Limited Edition 2001. Store yours in a seasoned humidor and see our guide on how long cigars last. Learn more from Wikipedia, the official Habanos S.A. site.
Customer Reviews
The Montecristo Montecristo Open Eagle is a quality cigar. Nice balance of flavor and strength. I enjoyed the earth and nuts notes throughout. Construction was very good with only one minor touch-up needed. Good cigar for experienced smokers.
Best cigar I've had in a long time! Montecristo really knocked it out of the park with the Montecristo Open Eagle. Rich flavor profile featuring cedar and coffee, perfect draw, and excellent burn. Can't recommend this enough!
Phenomenal smoke! Been enjoying Cuban cigars for years and this Montecristo Open Eagle is easily one of my favorites. Beautiful wrapper, flawless construction, and about 82 minutes of pure enjoyment. The flavor profile is incredible - almonds and honey. Will definitely order more!
Great smoke for the price. This Montecristo Open Eagle offers excellent value for a premium Montecristo cigar. Good flavor with notes of earth and nuts, even burn, and consistent quality. Perfect for a weekend smoke. Happy with this purchase!
Five stars all the way! The Montecristo Montecristo Open Eagle is simply amazing. Smooth from start to finish with beautiful notes of wood and leather. This is my go-to cigar now. Outstanding quality and flavor complexity!
Top-tier quality from Montecristo. The Montecristo Open Eagle showcases everything I love about Cuban cigars - impeccable craftsmanship, smooth draw, and layers of flavor. Picked up notes of earth and nuts. Burned evenly throughout. A must-try for any serious aficionado!
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