Meet the H. Upmann 1844 Reserve Titan - a 60-ring gauge monster stretching 6" long that packs Dominican craftsmanship into every puff. This non-Cuban reinterpretation of the classic Upmann profile comes in boxes of 20, priced at about $8 per stick. The Ecuadorian Habano wrapper glistens with visible oils, hinting at the creamy ride ahead.
The cold draw releases cedar and sweet hay. Initial puffs coat the tongue with heavy cream textures, transitioning to roasted almond notes. White pepper tingles the nostrils on retrohale without overwhelming - smooth sailing for a 60-ring cigar.
At the 2" mark, the blend reveals its Dominican heart. Baking spices emerge - think cinnamon sugar on toasted bread crusts. The Nicaraguan filler adds backbone with faint coffee grounds undertones. Ash holds strong for 1.5" increments.
The last third brings unexpected caramelized walnut notes. While construction remains flawless (typical of Tabacalera de García), nicotine strength creeps up to medium-full. Savory leather appears in the final inch, though I dock points for slight bitterness when nubbed.
This Dominican-made titan uses aged filler tobaccos (minimum 5 years) from Cibao Valley. The Indonesian binder acts as neutral canvas, letting the Ecuadorian wrapper's sweet-spicy notes shine. Cut produces perfect airflow - no tunneling issues even in the bulky 60 ring.
