The H.Upmann 1844 Reserve Corona "It's a Girl!" celebrates life's sweetest moments with its 5½"×44 corona format. Priced at $7 per stick ($175.73/25ct box), this Dominican-made smoke combines Connecticut Broadleaf wrapper's earthy depth with Nicaraguan binder's spice. Medium-bodied yet flavor-packed, it's become my go-to choice for quick yet satisfying sessions.
Straight-cut reveals perfect draw. Initial pepper zing fades quickly into roasted nuts and cinnamon toast aroma. Ash holds firm for 1½ inches.
Dark chocolate notes emerge with baking spices complexity. Retrohale shows espresso bitterness balanced by caramel sweetness. Burn line stays razor-sharp.
Mineral earthiness joins the party. Needs one purge at 40-minute mark to prevent tar buildup. Nicaraguan Jalapa leaf shows its spicy character in last inch.
Rolled at Tabacalera de García in La Romana. Maduro wrapper achieves 18-month fermentation. Blending maestro Hendrik Kelner's signature shows in the balanced Dominican-Nicaraguan filler mix.
This corona shines as a 45-minute smoke with consistent flavor delivery. The celebratory pink band adds whimsy without compromising traditional craftsmanship. While not the most complex blend, it delivers reliable pleasure perfect for new parents needing quick relaxation.
