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Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Seleccion

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A Special Seleccion for an epic legacy.

It should come as no surprise that the cigar industry is built on tradition, and the most consistent and reliable brands are the ones with decades of history crafting premium cigars. Hoyo de Monterrey has been bringin’ us the goods since 1865, and the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Seleccion pays homage to their enduring legacy in a way only a brand as revered as Hoyo can.

Made by STG Danli in Honduras, the nation where they have been crafted for the American market since the mid-1960s, Epicure Seleccion is crafted entirely of a proprietary blend of native Cuban-seed tobaccos grown in Honduras, with medium to full-bodied flavors of cedar, toast, hickory, coffee, and spice that will transport your palate back to the golden age of cigars. Hoyo de Monterrey has brought us a lot of gems over the years, but the Epicure Seleccion will easily go down in history as one of the best.


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Shape
Robusto
Wrapper
Habano
Origin
Honduras
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Honduran
Filler
Honduran
Sweet
False
No. 2 (Robusto) (4.9"x50)
Box of 20
In Stock
$179.80
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$143.99
Profile
Shape
Robusto
Wrapper
Habano
Origin
Honduras
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Honduran
Filler
Honduran
Sweet
False
Profile
Shape
Robusto
Wrapper
Habano
Origin
Honduras
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Honduran
Filler
Honduran
Sweet
False
No. 2 (Robusto) (4.9"x50)
Pack of 5
In Stock
$44.95
| save $2.96 7% off
$41.99
Profile
Shape
Robusto
Wrapper
Habano
Origin
Honduras
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Honduran
Filler
Honduran
Sweet
False
Profile
Shape
Corona
Wrapper
Habano
Origin
Honduras
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Honduran
Filler
Honduran
Sweet
False
No. 1 (Corona) (5.6"x46)
Box of 20
In Stock
$187.80
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$151.99
Profile
Shape
Corona
Wrapper
Habano
Origin
Honduras
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Honduran
Filler
Honduran
Sweet
False
Profile
Shape
Toro
Wrapper
Habano
Origin
Honduras
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Honduran
Filler
Honduran
Sweet
False
Toro Especial (6.0"x50)
Box of 20
In Stock
$193.80
| save $37.81 20% off
$155.99
Profile
Shape
Toro
Wrapper
Habano
Origin
Honduras
Flavored
False
Pressed
False
Has Tip
False
Binder
Honduran
Filler
Honduran
Sweet
False
overall rating 4.61 out of 5 True { } True { } True { } Based on 51 Ratings
Customer Reviews of "Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Seleccion"
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5 out of 5
A consistent well-made cigar with plenty flavor for its size. Absolutely recommended.
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5 out of 5
Epicure No. 2 has been my favorite of the Cuban Hoyos for years, though recently they've been priced beyond what I'm willing to pay. But I don't miss them - these are just as good. Well-made, easy draw and even burn, great Cubanesque taste. Complimentary addition to the milder Hoyo Excalibur Epicures in my humidor. I will buy these again
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4 out of 5
Love the smoke of the Hoya Epicure Seleccion! smoking one right now. Great flavor. I should try and have box of them around all the time.
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5 out of 5
Nice cigar. Is it the best I have smoked? No But it is great smoke. Great construction, great burn. The taste, a much different taste than other cigars and I say that in a good way. I wish had a tasting pallet that I could say what is like…I have read other review from cigar aficionado’s that I wasn’t sure what they were talking about but they were right and they too enjoy the Hoya de Monterrey Epicure Seleccion as much as I do. I’m a robust sort of guy so no.2 is my size. I mostly punch my cigars and still nip off the tip with my guillotine. Which ever I have done it with cigar it has a great draw.
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3 out of 5
Gritty texture
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5 out of 5
As close to the Cuban blend and flavor as it can be . Excellent early morning smoke.
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5 out of 5
Next best thing to the Cuban made Hoyo Very smooth smoke
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5 out of 5
I bought a box for a fishing trip, I didn’t want something too expensive, but I like the brand. I was so pleasantly surprised by the cigar that I had to mention it. An easy smoke, burns, well, delightful taste, it doesn’t linger for three days. This is now going to be my go to cigar for golf and fishing
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4 out of 5
Great draw
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3 out of 5
The size was okay for a quick smoke they had a loose roll where they burnt fast flavor was o.k.
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5 out of 5
Your advice on how and why the last box was "soft" worked so well---to let them dry out a bit and harden. Your staff is well informed. Thank you.
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5 out of 5
Gave this one a try awhile ago, and glad I did, 5 stars.
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3 out of 5
Nice cigar that tasted good but had to redress it a few times.
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3 out of 5
Could only burn 1/2 way on severals
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5 out of 5
This is one of my all-time favorites, a perfect balance.
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5 out of 5
This was a new smoke for me. I have only fired-up one after a round of golf. It was superior. Great flavor, burn, draw and aroma. Can't wait to smoke the next one with a glass of Evan Williams Single Barrell.
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4 out of 5
Nice mellow smoke. Excellent draw, good burn, flavor really kicks in halfway. Good size for a way into work cigar. Meets all expectations for a Hoyo. Likes a 69% humidity. Will buy again. Probably not a whole box, but maybe.
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5 out of 5
Wow this is my new favorite
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4 out of 5
This is the perfect every day cigar. It draws spectacularly, it's not a harsh smoke, and it pairs with beer, cocktails, even flavored water.
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5 out of 5
Very smooth mellow but with enough body and strength. Not harsh. A near perfect smoke.
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5 out of 5
Great smoke
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4 out of 5
Very wonderful smoke.
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5 out of 5
The best
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5 out of 5
The best!
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5 out of 5
Good cigar draw and flavor and will buy again
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5 out of 5
Draw was Good, gauge perfect 50, Flavor an 8, overall quite enjoyable. Price a 10!
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5 out of 5
Excellent cigars and prompt service
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5 out of 5
Great cigar! Everyone of these I’ve tried had perfect draws, great flavors, and even burns…just wish i could’ve gotten them in toro size
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5 out of 5
It's a great smoke. Very smooth. I will buy again
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5 out of 5
Fantastic draw - a great stick for the price point
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5 out of 5
This is the one cigar I order by the box to keep stocked on. Haven't been disappointed by a single stick. The flavor, the roll, and just the perfect length for me.
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4 out of 5
Not as smooth as other Hoyas
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5 out of 5
Only cigar better was the Cuban version of same cigar. Full flavor and smooth.
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5 out of 5
great
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4 out of 5
I like the size, the draw, and the taste.
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5 out of 5
This is hands down my favorite every day cigar. Mellow smoke, perfectly even burn and excellent flavor.
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5 out of 5
Better than the punch gran puro which is my daily cigar. More complex and robust.
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5 out of 5
As stated above
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3 out of 5
Easy draw, spicy start but mellows nicley after first third.
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5 out of 5
It's a great cigar.
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4 out of 5
Nice smooth medium body cigar
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5 out of 5
Perfect size and flavor
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5 out of 5
Good
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5 out of 5
Delicious cigar with notes of vanilla, dry cedar, and a sweet taste of honey and providing a rich plum of, Hoyo has always been one of my favorites and this one doesn't disappoint
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5 out of 5
Smooth easy draw
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4 out of 5
After the hype, Experience fell a little short. Construction ok Draw fine , smoke a little thin . Rate 7 out of 10 .
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4 out of 5
One of my new favorites, it may have been the smaller size but it smoked better than the rest of my purchase. Definitely got my attention and drew me towards the thinner shorter cigars. Could have lasted me longer and the relaxation didn't last as long as I had hoped. Still was a pleasure to puff down.
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5 out of 5
WOW! Full of flavor but smooth. Impressed by this one and I already purchased more as well as a different size. A must for any collection.
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5 out of 5
Great cigar. Beautiful construction, slight citrus taste along with the bolder flavors you would expect. Smoke these down to the nub!
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5 out of 5
Awesome cigars. Shipping was fast
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Richard M.

Not Your Average Hoyo

Richard M.

Cigar: Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure Seleccion
Size: Toro Especial (6.0"x50)
Burn Time: 1 Hour 55 Min

When enjoying a newer cigar from a historic brand such as Hoyo de Monterrey, it is often difficult for me to go into it with an open mind. I almost instinctively begin looking for tasting notes and characteristics that I have seen on prior blends from the companies. However, when four of my staff members approached me to try this cigar I was amazed. You see, working in Cigars International Hamburg, the monstrous CI Superstore we have access to literally thousands of cigars. But four staff members heralding this cigar was an instant attention getter for me. They told me it was like nothing they had ever enjoyed from Hoyo. So, I did what any cigar loving guy would do, I found a quiet spot in the lounge after my shift, had the bartender pour me a glass of MaCallan 18yr Single Malt Scotch, and I set my sights on a planned journey through the unknown.  

The first thing I noticed when I took off the cellophane was the appearance; a dark and oily wrapper, with a beautiful historic looking band. The cigar was firm and even, with a nice balanced weight. I proceeded to cut the cigar and just enjoy the pre-light draw and aroma I was greeted with. After a few moments I put fire to the leaf, and began what would be the biggest surprise I had in the past several months.

Simplistically complex. What do I mean by that? A lot of combined flavor notes including natural tobacco sweetness, nougat sweetness, toast, hickory, and coffee on the front with baking spice, earth, and black pepper on the nice medium finish. The black pepper was very noticeable on the retro-hale. After settling in with the cigar I took a sip of the Scotch and found that without even trying, I had created a complimentary pairing. To me the MaCallan 18yr is a nice simple and sweet offering, delivering just the right amount of peat, sweet, and heat. That put a smile on my face as I puffed away through the first few inches of this toro.

Now, normally I discuss thirds of a cigar, however I find this cigar interestingly only changes as a front half and a back half for me, with the most noticeable change being the intensity of the undertone spices building. So as all the great flavors of natural tobacco and nougat sweetness are still present, while the black pepper and baking spice moves in to create a cigar that I am sure to remember. It was at this point that the whiskey became a near contrast to the cigar. I now had a sweet drink and a spicy cigar, and it was then that I realized that this was not like any Honduran Hoyo de Monterrey I had ever had.  

That simple complexity was really beginning to peak my interest I decided to get a few more of these to try with some different drinks in the future.

Box worthy is where I put this cigar, and since I put this cigar at medium plus, around 7 out of 10, I think some age on this cigar could get interesting.