Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 is the quintessential Cuban robusto, a benchmark every aficionado measures others against. This mild to medium 4.9" x 50 robusto delivers cedar, cocoa, and a soft floral sweetness. Reach for it when you want refinement without weight. Learn more →
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Every Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 (Tubos) is guaranteed 100% authentic, sourced directly from Habanos S.A. with the official seal and full traceability from Vuelta Abajo to your door.
Hoyo de Monterrey traces its roots to 1865, when José Gener founded the marca in Cuba’s Vuelta Abajo region. The Epicure No. 2 has become the brand’s most celebrated robusto, prized for the elegant, easygoing character that defines the house. Rolled with long filler and binder from Vuelta Abajo, this totally handmade vitola pairs approachable strength with genuine depth, which is why it remains a staple in countless humidors around the world.
The opening third arrives mild in strength yet full in flavor, leading with clean tobacco and a gentle sweetness of cedar and honey. As the burn settles into the middle, a creamy texture takes hold and notes of cocoa, vanilla, and soft floral tones emerge alongside a whisper of cinnamon. By the final third the body climbs toward medium, with a touch of pepper and mineral-edged earthiness that keeps the smooth, lingering finish from ever feeling flat.
This robusto smokes beautifully young, but a year or two of rest rounds the pepper and deepens its creamy, woody sweetness. Keep it in a seasoned humidor held around 65 to 70 percent relative humidity and a steady 65 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit. The aluminum tubo offers extra protection if you carry one in a jacket pocket, though long term storage in a properly maintained box is always the safest path to graceful aging.
The Epicure No. 2 suits a wide range of palates. Newcomers appreciate that the strength never overwhelms, while seasoned smokers return for the balance and refined construction that have earned this vitola such a loyal following. It is an ideal daytime or after-dinner robusto for anyone who values complexity delivered with a light, civilized touch.
How strong is the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2?
It is a mild to medium cigar. The smoke starts mild in strength yet full in flavor and gradually builds toward medium body, making it friendly for newer smokers without boring experienced ones.
What size is the Epicure No. 2?
It is a robusto measuring 4.9 inches (124 mm) with a 50 ring gauge, the classic Cuban robusto format, and typically burns for around an hour or more.
What does the Epicure No. 2 taste like?
Expect cedar and honey sweetness up front, a creamy mid section of cocoa, vanilla, and floral notes, and a finish carrying gentle pepper and earthy minerality.
Browse all Hoyo de Monterrey cigars, see our Hoyo de Monterrey price guide, or try the Hoyo De Monterrey Epicure No.2 and Hoyo de Monterrey Le Hoyo de Río Seco. 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
Top-tier quality from Hoyo de Monterrey. The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 (Tubos) showcases everything I love about Cuban cigars - impeccable craftsmanship, smooth draw, and layers of flavor. Picked up notes of caramel and tobacco. Burned evenly throughout. A must-try for any serious aficionado!
A true masterpiece from Hoyo de Monterrey. This Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 (Tubos) is everything you want in a premium Cuban cigar. Exquisite flavors of vanilla and spice, flawless construction, razor-sharp burn. Been smoking these for years and they never disappoint!
Excellent cigar from Hoyo de Monterrey. The Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 (Tubos) has a refined flavor profile - lots of cream and cedar. Draw was perfect and it burned for about 63 minutes. Only minor complaint is it's slightly strong for my taste, but overall a great smoke.
This is hands down one of the best cigars I've smoked this year. The Hoyo de Monterrey Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 (Tubos) exceeded all expectations. Rich, creamy smoke with complex notes of cream and cedar. Construction is perfect, ash holds firm. Worth every penny!
This is hands down one of the best cigars I've smoked this year. The Hoyo de Monterrey Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 (Tubos) exceeded all expectations. Rich, creamy smoke with complex notes of cream and cedar. Construction is perfect, ash holds firm. Worth every penny!
Best cigar I've had in a long time! Hoyo de Monterrey really knocked it out of the park with the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No. 2 (Tubos). Rich flavor profile featuring caramel and tobacco, perfect draw, and excellent burn. Can't recommend this enough!
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