Product Presentation: Box of 25
First Third
The Connoisseur A sets an inviting tone from the first draw. Cedar and a gentle nuttiness combine with a creamy texture that settles comfortably on the palate. The 50 ring gauge ensures a cool, generous draw, and a light white pepper appears on the retrohale — present but never dominant. A subtle sweetness, like dry hay warmed by the sun, rounds out an approachable opening.
Mid-Section
The midsection deepens the narrative. The cedar evolves into richer, more aromatic wood tones, and coffee makes its first clear appearance alongside a touch of dark chocolate. The nuttiness from the opening gains a toasted quality, and a faint leather note adds savory depth. The body settles at a balanced medium, and the draw produces silky, voluminous smoke that invites a contemplative pace.
Final Third
The final section brings welcome concentration. Espresso and toasted bread notes take center stage, with the cedar providing steady structure beneath. The pepper builds gently, adding warmth to the finish. A brief, sweet note of dried honey surfaces between draws. The close is measured and composed — no harshness, just the clean integration of flavors that marks well-aged tobacco.
Founded in 1844 by German banker Hermann Upmann, this brand brought a banker's precision to cigar making. The H. Upmann Connoisseur A reflects the brand's philosophy — refined, medium-bodied cigars wi
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H. Upmann Connoisseur A
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The H. Upmann Connoisseur A is a Toro format Cuban cigar measuring 155 mm (6.1") with a 50 ring gauge, presented in boxes of 25.
A distinguished expression of the H. Upmann house style in a generous Toro format, the Connoisseur A suits smokers who appreciate the brand's refined, mild-to-medium character with enough length for a satisfying session. A humidor staple equally suited to afternoon enjoyment or a contemplative evening smoke.
Rolled at the H. Upmann factory from select Vuelta Abajo long-filler tobaccos, the cigar delivers careful construction with a smooth wrapper in a warm Colorado shade carrying a gentle oily sheen — the cap is neatly formed, the foot cleanly trimmed, and the body presents consistent firmness from head to foot, indicating precise bunching and ideal density. The 50 ring gauge provides a cool, comfortable smoke across a 55-to-65-minute session. The flavour family centres on cream, light cedar, and a gentle sweetness, with subtle baking spice and the elegant, understated depth characteristic of H. Upmann. A measured nuttiness, delicate floral lift, and restrained mineral quality add dimension, while a hint of hay and citrus brightness keep the profile clean and evolving. The draw is even with mild resistance, smoke volume is generous, the burn line holds straight, and the pale grey ash clings firmly. The finish is long and laced with aromatic wood.
Every H. Upmann Connoisseur A from Cuban Cigars For Sale is guaranteed 100% authentic, sourced through authorized Habanos channels with worldwide discreet shipping.
| Brand | H. Upmann |
| Ring Gauge | 50 |
| Length | 155 mm (6.1") |
| Strength | Mild to Medium |
| Size | Toro |
| Vitola | Toro |
| Primary | Cedar, Coffee, Cream |
| Secondary | Dark Chocolate, Toasted Bread, White Pepper |
| Finish | Medium-long, balanced, with lingering |
2 reviews
This is not a cigar you rush. The Connoisseur A needs time to breathe and reveal its layers. I made the mistake of smoking my first one too quickly and missed half the nuances. The second time, I slowed down and was rewarded with a tapestry of flavours — cedar, honey, roasted almonds, and a gentle spice that builds gradually. If you appreciate large-format Cuban cigars and have the patience for them, this is a must-try.
The H. Upmann Connoisseur A is a Gran Corona that demands your time and rewards your patience. This is a big cigar — close to two hours of smoking — and every minute is filled with evolving flavour. Cream, roasted nuts, aged wood, a touch of cinnamon, and in the final third, a rich leatheriness that ties everything together. This is the cigar I break out for New Year's Eve, anniversaries, and moments that deserve something extraordinary. Compared to a Cohiba Siglo VI, I find the Connoisseur A equally refined but with more sweetness. An absolute triumph.
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