H. Upmann
by AJ Fernandez
H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez is a medium-full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua. It pairs Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper; Nicaraguan Corojo 99 binder; Nicaraguan Criollo 98 and Dominican Piloto Cubano filler. The catalog lists 4 sizes, from 5 × 52 to 7 × 54.
- Maker
- H. Upmann
- Wrapper
- Ecuadorian Sumatra
- Binder
- Nicaraguan Corojo 99
- Filler
- Nicaraguan Criollo 98 and Dominican Piloto Cubano
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua
- Strength
- medium-full
- Sizes
- 4 · 5 × 52 to 7 × 54
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsH. Upmann by AJ Fernandez uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild sweetness. That is the leaf's general character, not a tasting note for this cigar.
How to smoke it
rules of thumb- Time: plan on about 1 hour to 1 h 30 min for a 6-inch size.
- When: Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
- Pair with: cognac, a brown ale, or coffee.
- Pace: about a puff a minute keeps it cool and lets the flavors change from third to third. Do not inhale.
- Before lighting: cut just above the cap line, toast the foot evenly, and take a cold draw to check it.
Sizes
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What does H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez taste like?
H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper. Sumatra wrappers tend toward earth, cinnamon and a mild sweetness. That is the leaf's general character, not a tasting note for this cigar; log a smoke in CigarMind to record your own.
How strong is H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez?
H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
Is H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez good for beginners?
It is a stronger cigar. Most newer smokers are better served starting milder and working up to it. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.
Where is H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez made?
H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez is made in Nicaragua at Tabacalera AJ Fernandez Cigars de Nicaragua, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez use?
H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez uses an Ecuadorian Sumatra wrapper over a Nicaraguan Corojo 99 binder, with Nicaraguan Criollo 98 and Dominican Piloto Cubano filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 4 sizes: Robusto (5 × 52), Toro (6 × 54), Toro (6 × 54) and Churchill (7 × 54). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez?
For a 6-inch size, plan on about 1 hour to 1 h 30 min. That is a rule of thumb of 10 to 15 minutes per inch at a relaxed pace, a puff about once a minute.
What drink goes with H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez?
With a Sumatra wrapper, common pairings are cognac, a brown ale, or coffee. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.
What cigars are similar to H. Upmann by AJ Fernandez?
Cigars with a similar build include Jas Sum Kral Nuevo Mundo, Drew Estate Undercrown Sun Grown and Crowned Heads Four Kicks. They share Sumatra wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Nicaragua, same factory. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.